. "Biogeography: an ecological and evolutionary approach"@en . . "20.0" . "Module Description\nBiogeography follows an ecological and evolutionary approach to understand the spatial and temporal changes in the distribution of species. The module will explore the role of geology, physical geography, and climate in creating new forms and patterns of life. \n\nThrough this module, you’ll achieve a comprehensive understanding of our planet’s biota. It travels from the challenges of existing on planet Earth through to the Anthropocene and the biodiversity crisis. The module will also provide opportunities for you to develop your generic skills in analysing spatial and temporal ecological data.\n\nIn this module, you’ll learn how biota live together in communities and ecosystems, the geographical patterns of biodiversity, and explore case studies that are relevant to delivering long-term sustainability. \n\nLocation/Method of Study\nStirling/On Campus, UK\nStirling\n\nModule Objectives\nBiogeography will explore:1) The challenges to existing on planet Earth - patterns of life, niches and the limits to life;2) How biota live together in communities and ecosystems;3) The geographical patterns of biodiversity;4) The engines of the planet: geology and evolution;5) Island biogeography - getting there, adapting and evolving;6) The patterns of life, examples from the past and present;7) Ice age Earth - understanding the past;8) People and problems - the anthropocene and the biodiversity crisis.Biogeography will also incorporate field and laboratory based learning as we take students through the process of generating, interpreting and presenting biogeographical data, and look at issues connected with sustainability.\n\nGeneric skills (e.g. Information skills/oral and written communication skills/numeracy/team working/personal organisational skills):access relevant and reliable scientific information from a variety of different sources (G1)demonstrate effective team working skills to prepare a poster presentation (G2)\n\nCognitive skills (e.g. analytical/problem-solving/interpretative/critical reasoning):apply numerical approaches and techniques to analyse complex datasets (C1)analyse and interpret temporal and multivariate data sets as recorded in the field and generated from laboratory recorded stratigraphical data (C2)demonstrate critical reasoning through the construction of evidence based arguments (C3)\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\nexplain the impacts of environmental change (including climate change and human impacts) on ecosystem composition and distribution (K1);\ndemonstrate a variety of biogeographical techniques used to describe patterns in ecosystem composition and distribution (K2);\nevaluate how evidence for past ecological change can be used to understand future ecosystem responses to change (K3);\nevaluate the effectiveness of strategies for conserving biodiversity (K4).\nIntroductory Reading and Preparatory Work\nCox, C.B., Moore, P.D. and Ladle, R.J. (2016) Biogeography: An Ecological and Evolutionary Approach, Wiley Blackwell, Chichester. pp. 482 (ninth ed.)\n\nDelivery\nDirected Study\t11 hours\tA discussion or classroom session focussing on particular topics or projects, may be virtual but are available at a specific time or live\nDirected Study\t9 hours\tA session involving the development and practical application of a particular skill or technique\nDirected Study\t80 hours\tPreparation 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\t200 hours\t\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\nEngage with all module materials, activities, and online timetabled teaching sessions\n\nActively participate in discussions and practical activities\n\nPrepare in advance of live sessions by undertaking the required reading and/or other forms of preparation\n\nSubmit coursework/assessments by the due time and date\n\nComplete class tests and examinations at the specified time and date\n\nMake your module co-ordinator aware at the earliest opportunity if you experience problems which may impact on your engagement\n\nInform 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\nRespond to e-mails from your personal tutor, module co-ordinator or programme director and attend meetings if requested.\n\nEngage 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\tLearning\nOutcomes\nClass Test\t0\t1,3,4\nGroup (Presentation)\t25\t1,2,4\nReport\t30\t1,4\nExam (Canvas - on campus)\t45\t1,3\nCoursework: 55%\nExamination: 45%\n\n\nMore information at: https://portal.stir.ac.uk/calendar/calendar.jsp?modCode=GEOU3BE&_gl=1*9bvywp*_ga*MTY1OTcwNzEyMS4xNjkyMDM2NjY3*_ga_ENJQ0W7S1M*MTY5MjAzNjY2Ny4xLjEuMTY5MjAzNjkxMi4wLjAuMA.." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Logic And Set Theory"@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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