. "Practical science skills II: field skills"@en . . "20.0" . "Prohibited Combinations\nYou may not take this module if you have previously passed:\nPractical Science Skills II: Field Skills (SCIU2FS)\nModule Description\nFieldwork is generally seen as intrinsic to the very nature of Biological and Environmental Sciences. Field training is a fundamental element to provide you with an understanding of how we make use of the scientific method to unravel how the natural world works. It’s essential to translate theoretical ideas into real-world situations. \n\nThis module aims to provide you with practice in field skills and to develop knowledge of how scientific studies are developed. For students studying any science-based courses many of these skills are applicable in subsequent advanced modules and later in their careers. \n\nThe programme assumes no previous experience of working in the field and includes a range of experiences both practical and intellectual. This module will be of interest to students wishing to develop their knowledge and practical skills in biology, ecology, environmental sciences and geography. \n\nLocation/Method of Study\nStirling/On Campus, UK\nStirling\n\nModule Objectives\nIntroduction to be a scientistCareers advisory sessionSampling strategies and data recordingMaps and locationsGlobal positioning system and field mappingMicroclimates (sampling and data analysis)Biological diversity (sampling and data analysis)\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\nDescribe issues of scientific practice using standard terminology related to scientific method and the design of experiments (1);\nobserve and record important environmental and biological parameters using a range of field methods (2);\napply field sampling methods which minimise subjective bias (3);\ncollect time-series data and perform simple comparative data analyses (4); an\npresent scientific data using a range of methods (including schematic figures, maps, reports, and a scientific poster) (5).\nIntroductory Reading and Preparatory Work\nReed, Weyers and Jones. Practical skills in Biology; jones, duck, reed annd Weyers. Practical skills in environmental sciences\n\nDelivery\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\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\tLearning\nOutcomes\nCoursework\t34\t1\nPoster\t33\t2,3,4,5\nCoursework\t33\t1,2,3,4\nCoursework: 100%\n\n\nMore information at: https://portal.stir.ac.uk/calendar/calendar.jsp?modCode=SCIU2PS&_gl=1*lljadb*_ga*MTY1OTcwNzEyMS4xNjkyMDM2NjY3*_ga_ENJQ0W7S1M*MTY5MjAzNjY2Ny4xLjEuMTY5MjAzNzg0My4wLjAuMA.." . . "Presential"@en . "TRUE" . . "Qualitative, Quantitative Research Skills"@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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