University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: To be arranged

This module introduces and explores environmental management, using diverse examples to illustrate its relevance to sustainable development and contemporary debates in environmental policy. After an introductory lecture in Week 1, each week investigates a different theme using a mix of lectures, seminars and student-led discussions. Likely themes include the management of conservation conflicts, managing environmental risks and hazards, and environmental justice. A local fieldtrip to illustrate some of these topics may be included. Assessment comprises an individual assessment on a selected environmental management topic, and a 2-hour final exam covering all the topics addressed. The module will be of interest to students studying Sustainable Development, Geography and other relevant Graduate School Programmes.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 x 1-hr lecture (x10 weeks), 1 x 1-hr seminar (x10 weeks) plus 1/2 day fieldtrip

Scheduled learning hours: 26

Guided independent study hours: 123

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 70%, Coursework = 30%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 70%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 30%

Re-assessment: Coursework = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr C R Warren
Module teaching staff: Dr Charles Warren, Dr Rehema White, Dr Timothy Stojanovic