| Unit name | Research Methods in Physical Geography |
|---|---|
| Unit code | GEOG25020 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Professor. Rachel Flecker |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
All units in year 1 Single Honours Geography |
| Co-requisites |
Other units defined on the Year 2 Single Honours Geography Syllabus B |
| School/department | School of Geographical Sciences |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science |
The purpose of the course is to provide students with the tools to analyse, design and carry out scientific research in the realm of physical geography. Students will be introduced to the principles and practice of research in physical geography using a programme of lectures, field classes, laboratory and computer-based practical classes and seminars. The course is assessed through a variety of non-exam based methods. Students will be introduced to some of the expected limitations of research methods and will be given the opportunity to undertake rigorous evaluation/review of their own proposals, sampling design and scientific practice. Also covered are COSHH and Health and Safety issues in field and laboratory environments.
