Module Descriptors
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, LEGISLATION AND REGULATION
GEOG70295
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 7
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 0
Independent Study Hours: 150
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 30%
- ASSIGNMENT - SECOND ASSIGNMENT weighted at 30%
- ASSIGNMENT - THIRD ASSIGNMENT weighted at 40%
Module Details
Module Learning Strategies
Distributed learning using the Blackboard virtual learning environment
A 2/3-day workshop (based at the University) prior to undertaking the module
You will attend a workshop at which you will be introduced to the module content and themes, and learning resources. Over subsequent weeks, you will work through course material that provides a structure for reading key texts and papers, and specifying tasks that must be completed. This work will be undertaken on an individual basis, but at various points you will be expected to interact and share material with other students in your designated learning group.
A 2/3-day workshop (based at the University) prior to undertaking the module
You will attend a workshop at which you will be introduced to the module content and themes, and learning resources. Over subsequent weeks, you will work through course material that provides a structure for reading key texts and papers, and specifying tasks that must be completed. This work will be undertaken on an individual basis, but at various points you will be expected to interact and share material with other students in your designated learning group.
Module Indicative Content
This module will provide an understanding of the term "pollution", the ways in which organisations can contribute to global pollution and the legislative and regulatory framework in which this takes place. It will also cover the mechanisms by which the EU and the UK environmental directives/laws/regulations are developed, and offer an overview of UK national legislation covering the environment - including a study of the organisations that are responsible for controlling and regulating discharges and emissions. It will give you an understanding of the basis of the overall regulatory process, together with compliance requirements and the consequences/penalties for failure, and an appreciation of the influence of laws and regulators' activities on companies' environmental policies, management systems (including ISO 14001 and EMAS) and operations. It will also provide an understanding of the basis for the design of sampling programmes, environmental modelling and the interpretation and critical appraisal of environmental data.
Module Additional Assessment Details
2x written assignment @ 30% each (1500 words each)
(Outcomes 1-5,12)
(Outcomes 6, 7, 10, 12)
1 x written assignment @ 40% (2500 words)
(Outcomes 1 - 12)
Pass criteria
Coherence and soundness in response. Good understanding of the subject matter, evidence of reading beyond the VLE study guide together with good use of relevant examples. Tasks competently completed. See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook: Sect. 8.7
Merit criteria
A very good awareness and understanding of the subject matter. Assignments are expressed cogently and lucidly. Work is of good quality, evidencing well-focussed observations and the addressing of all the obvious key questions. Evidence of sound reading and a thorough critical analysis of the available literature. See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook: Sect. 8.7
Distinction criteria
Originality and creativity in response. Accurate and thorough understanding of the subject matter, evidence of wide reading beyond the VLE study guide, excellent use of relevant examples. Tasks thoroughly and comprehensively completed. See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook: Sect. 8.7
(Outcomes 1-5,12)
(Outcomes 6, 7, 10, 12)
1 x written assignment @ 40% (2500 words)
(Outcomes 1 - 12)
Pass criteria
Coherence and soundness in response. Good understanding of the subject matter, evidence of reading beyond the VLE study guide together with good use of relevant examples. Tasks competently completed. See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook: Sect. 8.7
Merit criteria
A very good awareness and understanding of the subject matter. Assignments are expressed cogently and lucidly. Work is of good quality, evidencing well-focussed observations and the addressing of all the obvious key questions. Evidence of sound reading and a thorough critical analysis of the available literature. See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook: Sect. 8.7
Distinction criteria
Originality and creativity in response. Accurate and thorough understanding of the subject matter, evidence of wide reading beyond the VLE study guide, excellent use of relevant examples. Tasks thoroughly and comprehensively completed. See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook: Sect. 8.7
Module Texts
Business and the Environment
Ed. Richard Welford and Richard Starkey. Earthscan. 1996
Clean and Competitive
Rupert Howes, Jim Skea and Bob Whelan. Earthscan. 1997
Croner's Environmental Management - Policy and Procedures : CD-ROM
Croner Publications Ltd.
Ed. Richard Welford and Richard Starkey. Earthscan. 1996
Clean and Competitive
Rupert Howes, Jim Skea and Bob Whelan. Earthscan. 1997
Croner's Environmental Management - Policy and Procedures : CD-ROM
Croner Publications Ltd.
Module Resources
Course textbooks and learning materials - as supplied
Suitable computer that is able to access the WWW, the University server and Blackboard
Library facilities as necessary
Suitable computer that is able to access the WWW, the University server and Blackboard
Library facilities as necessary