Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | ADVANCED GEOLOGY AND GEOLOGY-PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY PROJECT | ||
Code | ENVS405 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr E Mariani Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences Mariani@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2018-19 | Level 7 FHEQ | Whole Session | 45 |
Aims |
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To train students, via personal practice under academic supervision, in the execution and presentation of research level geoscience.
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Learning Outcomes |
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1. Knowledge and Understanding: On completion of this module students should: a. have gained a leading-edge knowledge of some areas of Geosciences b. know how to use different modes of scientific communication (journal manuscripts, conference presentations) |
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2. Intellectual abilities: On completion of this module students should have developed the ability to: a. execute a research level project |
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3. On completion of this module students should have acquired subject based practical skills, which are varied, according to the project |
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4. General transferable skills: On completion of this module students should: a. be capable of executing good quality, ethical scientific practice b. be able to communicate effectively in a scientific manner using a range of media (manuscript, conference-style oral presentation, blog) |
Syllabus |
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The content is entirely dependent on the specific project undertaken. All students are expected to produce: a literature review paper relevant to each individual project; a talk to communicate the research undertaken to a mixed audience of UGs, PGTs, Postdocs and Academic staff; the final dissertation in manuscript format. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lecture - This is a discussion session with the Module Manager where studets are guided through aspects of research planning and strategies, and how to produce a manuscript suitable for publication |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
2 This is a discussion session with the Module Manager where studets are guided through aspects of research planning and strategies, and how to produce a manuscript suitable for publication |
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Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 448 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 450 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Coursework | 5000 to 7000 words | Semester 2 | 30 | No reassessment opportunity | Standard UoL penalty applies | Literature Review written in the style of (publishable) review paper There is no reassessment opportunity, As this is theY4 final project, reassessment is generally not available unless there are documented exceptional circumstances that compromise a student's progress. |
Coursework | 15 minutes plus 5 mi | Semester 2 | 20 | No reassessment opportunity | Non-standard penalty applies | Conference-style oral presentation There is no reassessment opportunity, As this is theY4 final project, reassessment is generally not available unless there are documented exceptional circumstances that compromise a student's progress. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission, As this Day cannot be easily reproduced, the penalty for late submission is 100%. |
Coursework | 9000 to 11000 words | Semester 2 | 50 | No reassessment opportunity | Standard UoL penalty applies | Final Project Dissertation as a manuscript There is no reassessment opportunity, As this is theY4 final project, reassessment is generally not available unless there are documented exceptional circumstances that compromise a student's progress. Notes (applying to all assessments) - none |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. Explanation of Reading List: the Reading List for this Module is dependent on the specific project undertaken and is provided by the project supervisor |