Module Details |
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Title | SPATIAL ANALYSIS: MAPPING TECHNIQUES IN SOCIAL RESEARCH | ||
Code | SOCI534 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr Z Alker Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology Z.Alker@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 5 |
Aims |
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1. To introduce students to spatial analysis and its applicability in social research 2. To introduce students to basic digital mapping techniques 3. To enable students to apply and demonstrate digital mapping approaches and gain skills and competencies in this area. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Understanding of ideas and concepts underpinning spatial analysis |
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(LO2) Ability to conduct basic mapping techniques on social and criminological data |
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(LO3) A critical evaluation of mapping as social research method |
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(LO4) Ability to create and present map for research and presentation purposes |
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(S1) IT skills- open source mapping software |
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(S2) Problem solving skills - critical thinking |
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(S3) Communication skills- displaying and presenting maps |
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(S4) Communication skills- research report |
Syllabus |
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What is spatial analysis? An introduction to open source mapping (QGIS, Open Street Map) Preparing and cleaning geographic data Mapping in practice |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Practical |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
4 |
4 |
8 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 42 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 50 |
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 |
Research Report- independent analysis using software and data from module There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assess | 1500 words | 100 |
Recommended Texts |
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