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This course will take you on a journey through the physical workings of the Earth, the interactions between species and their environments and then on to the effects humans are having on the planet, potential solutions and thoughts on the future.
Teaching is by staff with different subject specialisms who give both variety and immediacy to course material.
Exposure to the problems we are facing both now and in the future will help you make informed choices in their everyday lives.
A range of ‘wet’ and computer-based practicals enhance the classroom teaching and develop generic scientific skills.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session | Second Sub Session | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | Yes |
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One or more of these courses have a limited number of places. Priority access will be given to students for whom this course is compulsory. Please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions for more details on this process.
The study of ecological and environmental issues requires us to integrate information from many different subject areas. This course is designed to give you an introduction to how the Earth functions, in terms of both geography and biology, and then goes on to look at current issues that are affecting those functions. An exciting multidisciplinary approach, combining key topics from biology, ecology, environmental science and the earth sciences will provide a solid foundation for futher study in any of these areas. By the end of the course, students should have
- a sound basic knowledge of how an integrated approach to studying topics from biology, chemistry, ecology and environmental science contributes towards an understanding of how terrestrial and marine systems are sustained.
- an appreciation of important spatial and temporal aspects of ecology and environmental science and why these are important to the management of natural systems.
- an ability to carry out and report on basic experimental measurements and data analysis pertaining to aspects of ecology and environmental science.
| Description | Value |
|---|---|
| Course practicals require the use of a lab coat which can be purchased locally. | GBP 15.00 |
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
(i) Lab reports x 5, total 50%
(ii) Lecture-based tests x 5 total 10%
(iii) End of term online test 40%
Resit (for students taking course in Academic Year 2020/21):
Resit of any failed element
Resit (for students who tookl the Academic Year 2019/20 and C8 students):
Resit of any failed element
There are no assessments for this course.
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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