GLOBAL WORLDS, GLOBAL CHALLENGES
- Course Code
- GG 1007
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Dr N Spedding
Pre-requisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Notes
This course may not be included in a graduating curriculum with GG 1005, GG 1006 or KL 107Y.
Overview
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?
Structure
2 one-hour lectures per week plus 5 one-hour workgroups and 1 two-hour computer practical
Assessment
1st Attempt:
Resit: original coursework carried forward, 50%, plus exam, 50%.
Formative Assessment
The course includes a workgroup exercise on assessment of essays. Students must sit a mock exam in-class.
Feedback
Students receive individual, written feedback on their coursework using standard comments sheets. For the practical, we also provide whole-class feedback via MyAberdeen. We also put model answers/mark schemes for all coursework and the mock exams on MyAberdeen to give students the chance to self-assess their own performance.