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Module Catalogue

For information on which modules are specific to your programme, please see : Programme requirements index 2017-2018.

Curricular information may be subject to change.

SD5104 Public Policy and the Environment

Academic year(s): 2017-2018

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Availability restrictions: Available only to students taking Sustainable Development and Environmental Economics (MSc)

Planned timetable: 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm Thu

This module is a seminar based and will introduce students to advanced topics in environmental economics. It follows on from SD5024 and SD5103.

Relationship to other modules

Co-requisite(s): You must also take SD5024

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take SD5102

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2-hour seminars (x 11 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 22

Guided independent study hours: 130

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Coursework = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr E McLaughlin
Module teaching staff: Team taught