. "Global environmental Issues"@en . . "20.0" . "Module Description\nThe aim of this module is to provide you with an introduction to key global environmental problems by examining the issues, the underlying science and the potential solutions and to link these to the acquisition of core skills (including numerical problem solving and handling unit conversions). \n\nIn GEOU2GE, you’ll explore the impacts that humans are having on the environment as a consequence of industrialisation, urbanisation, expanding agriculture and increased living standards. \n\nIn this module you’ll explore: \n\nthe need for solutions concerning key global environmental issues; \nthe relationships between human activities and environmental processes; \nimpacts of human activities on land, water and air; \nskill development in basic numeracy, data analysis and visual representation of data. \nThe UN has defined 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which set out the world’s roadmap to ending poverty, reducing inequality and protecting the planet by 2030. In this module you will explore content that is relevant to delivering SDGs 6: Clean water and Sanitation, 10: Reduced inequalities, 11: Sustainable cities and communities and 13: Climate action. \n\nLocation/Method of Study\nStirling/On Campus, UK\nStirling\n\nModule Objectives\nThe module aims to provide an introduction to key global environmental problems by examining the issues, the underlying science and the potential solutions and to link these to the acquisition of core skills. The main themes are waste management & disposal, air and water pollution, the built environment, and the science of climate change and its impacts on our world.The application of basic numerical problem solving to explore environmental issues is a key component of this module.\n\nAdditional Costs\nThere are no additional costs associated with this Module.\n\nCore Learning Outcomes\nOn successful completion of the module, you should be able to:\n\ndemonstrate an overall appreciation of the need for solutions concerning key global environmental issues;\ndescribe & explain the relationships between human activities and environmental processes and outline impacts on land, water and air;\ndemonstrate skills in basic numeracy and data analysis, including visual representation of data in Excel;\nproduce concise and structured scientific reports.\nIntroductory Reading and Preparatory Work\nThe recommended course textbook is:\n\nWright, R.T. and Boorse, D. 2010. Environmental Science. Toward a Sustainable Future (11th edition).Pearson Education, New Jersey.\n\nDelivery\nDirected Study 14 hours A discussion or classroom session focussing on particular topics or projects, may be virtual but are available at a specific time or live\nDirected Study 6 hours A session involving the development and practical application of a particular skill or technique\nDirected Study 22 hours A meeting involving one-to-one or small group supervision, feedback or detailed discussion on a particular topic or project, online or in person\nDirected Study 156 hours Preparation for scheduled sessions, follow up work, wider reading and practice, completion of assessment tasks, revision, accessing webinars and other materials available on demand\nTotal Study Time 200 hours \nAttendance Requirements\nYour engagement with learning materials and activities and attendance at scheduled live sessions and other events is extremely important. Full engagement in your studies will enable you to get the most out of the course and help you perform at your best when it comes to assessment.\n\nWe expect you to engage with all aspects of this module and with your programme of study. You should:\n\n· Engage with all module materials, activities, and online timetabled teaching sessions\n\n· Actively participate in discussions and practical activities\n\n· Prepare in advance of live sessions by undertaking the required reading and/or other forms of preparation\n\n· Submit coursework/assessments by the due time and date\n\n· Complete class tests and examinations at the specified time and date\n\n· Make your module co-ordinator aware at the earliest opportunity if you experience problems which may impact on your engagement\n\n· Inform the University of absence from study (planned or unplanned), e.g. illness, emergency as outlined at http://www.stir.ac.uk/registry/studentinformation/absence\n\n· Respond to e-mails from your personal tutor, module co-ordinator or programme director and attend meetings if requested.\n\n· Engage with in-sessional English language classes (if applicable)\n\nWe will monitor these aspects throughout each semester to check that you are fully participating and that you are coping well with your studies. Some activities may be prescribed, failure to engage with 2/3 of prescribed activities will result in your module grade being capped at the pass mark (40 for Undergraduate modules, 50 for Postgraduate modules).\n\nAssessment\n% of final\ngrade Learning\nOutcomes\nClass Test 33 1,2,3\nReport 34 2,3,4\nExam (Canvas - on campus) 33 1,2,3\nCoursework: 67%\nExamination: 33%\n\nMore information at: https://portal.stir.ac.uk/calendar/calendar.jsp?modCode=GEOU2GE&_gl=1*13vimht*_ga*MTY1OTcwNzEyMS4xNjkyMDM2NjY3*_ga_ENJQ0W7S1M*MTY5MjAzNjY2Ny4xLjEuMTY5MjAzNjkxMi4wLjAuMA.." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Other Environmental Sciences Kas"@en . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . "BSc (Hons) Environmental Geography"@en . . "https://www.stir.ac.uk/courses/ug/environmental-geography/" . "480"^^ . "Presential"@en . "Environmental Geography is an integrated four-year degree course that provides you with training across the spectrum of the subject. We emphasise research-led and experience-based approaches to understanding the complex relationships between people and the planet. With an international context, the course is designed to give you essential skills in critical thinking and reasoning, fieldwork, laboratory work, statistics and geospatial analysis.\n\nSemesters 1-2 focus on the building of planet Earth and the surface processes responsible for the evolution of our landscape. Alongside these core earth-science modules you'll be introduced to how people interact with the environment and the most pressing human-environment issues of the 21st century – including global warming, water resources, pollution and biodiversity loss.\n\nIn Semesters 3-4, the emphasis is on field skills, biogeography and environmental resilience, including the essential systems of nutrient cycling for sustaining life on Earth.\n\nIn Semesters 5-6, research-led teaching provides a wide range of advanced modules that include themes of sustainable environmental resources, palaeo-environments, earth-surface processes and advanced geospatial techniques including remote sensing and GIS. You'll also learn about sustainable development issues and there is a choice of skills-centred field courses in Year 3.\n\nIn your final year you'll develop and apply your research skills through your Honours research project. You'll be closely supported by your academic supervisor and can actively participate in national and international research programmes. In doing so, you can take full advantage of the wider geographical research community at the University."@en . . . "4"@en . "FALSE" . . "Bachelor"@en . "Thesis" . "1820.00 (scotland) / 9250 (rest UK)" . "British Pound"@en . "20300.00" . "None" . "What jobs can you get with an Environmental Geography degree?\nEnvironmental Geography graduates are equipped with a unique combination of subject-specific and transferable skills, enabling them to develop their understanding of the relationships between the environment and people. These analytical skills, along with experience in problem-solving, team working, communication and geographical information technology make you highly sought after by a wide range of industrial, commercial and public-sector employers.\n\nOur graduates progress to careers in environmental assessment and management, renewable energy, geographical information analysis, the insurance industry, conservation, charity work and overseas aid, geography education, sport and fitness-related work, sustainable development and environmental health.\n\nOur course will also give you the foundation for graduate entry to advanced postgraduate taught courses and research degree courses in the geographical and environmental fields."@en . "no data" . "TRUE" . 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