Course Co-ordinator: Dr N Spedding

Pre-requisite(s): None

Co-requisite(s): None

Note(s): This course may not be included in a graduating curriculum with GG 1005, GG 1006 or GC 1001.

Related study blocks will address:

• How the planet works. The interdependence of natural and human systems: interaction of atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, lithosphere, world cultures, economic and political systems.


• Global environmental change. Atmosphere and oceans. The relationships between land cover and land use, population, and development. Political, economic and ethical consequences.
  
• Resources, development and environmental degradation. Natural resources as the foundation of prosperity and human well-being. Agricultural and industrial development, social and environmental justice.


• Globalisation, society and lifestyles. What are the impacts of global economic and technological change? What is sustainable development and is it achievable?

2 one-hour lectures per week plus six one-hour workgroups.

1st Attempt:

For students who complete the coursework to a satisfactory standard: coursework, 100%.  These students will obtain exemption from the degree exam, and their coursework mark will provide the overall course CAS mark.

For students who do not obtain exemption from the degree exam: coursework, 50% plus exam, 50%.

 

Resit: original coursework carried forward, 50%, plus exam, 50%.