Module Descriptors
LANDSCAPES OF BRITAIN
GEOG40246
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- EXAMINATION - UNSEEN IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS weighted at 50%
- COURSEWORK -ESSAY weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
Using thematic and regional examples at a variety of scales, this module examines the emergence, character and dynamics of British landscapes. Taking an historical perspective, and with reference to both physical and cultural influences, it considers the external and internal factors that help to explain contemporary environments, geographies and development issues. On the basis of lecture and workshop examples, students are encouraged to develop their own regional and thematic case studies of landscape development and change. The complexity of British landscapes will provide experience in diverse but integrative nature of geographical study, for application at later levels.
Module Learning Strategies
Lectures: 12 hours (These introduce landscape history, thematic landscapes and regional landscapes)
Workshops/seminars: 12 hours (These allow for more in-depth analysis of particular issues and themes as well as providing an opportunity to develop e-learning and distance learning skills. Activities may also include video workshops, debates, role playing, group work etc.)
Directed independent study: 126 hours Independent learning will focus on developing detailed knowledge of the exemplar landscapes, their principal characteristics and evolution. A major component of the directed independent study involves students selecting a UK region or theme and studying it following guidelines provided by tutors.
Workshops/seminars: 12 hours (These allow for more in-depth analysis of particular issues and themes as well as providing an opportunity to develop e-learning and distance learning skills. Activities may also include video workshops, debates, role playing, group work etc.)
Directed independent study: 126 hours Independent learning will focus on developing detailed knowledge of the exemplar landscapes, their principal characteristics and evolution. A major component of the directed independent study involves students selecting a UK region or theme and studying it following guidelines provided by tutors.
Module Additional Assessment Details
One hour exam consisting of a short paper to test the directed independent study component of the module.
[LOs 2, 3, 4, 6]
One 1000-1250 word essay for students to demonstrate evaluation of an issue or topic with reference to a chosen region studied through the workshops and private study.
[LOs 1, 3, 4, 5, 6]
[LOs 2, 3, 4, 6]
One 1000-1250 word essay for students to demonstrate evaluation of an issue or topic with reference to a chosen region studied through the workshops and private study.
[LOs 1, 3, 4, 5, 6]
Module Resources
University library; School of Sciences Learning Resource Centre; internet and email rsources
Module Texts
Simmons, I.G. (2001) An environmental history of Great Britain [Edinburgh UP]
Muir, R. (2000) The new reading the landscape. (Exeter UP)
Dodgshon, R.A & Butlin, R.A. . (eds) (1995) An historical geography of England and Wales. (2nd edition, Harper-Collins)
Muir, R. (2000) The new reading the landscape. (Exeter UP)
Dodgshon, R.A & Butlin, R.A. . (eds) (1995) An historical geography of England and Wales. (2nd edition, Harper-Collins)