Unit name | Geographical Methods 1 |
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Unit code | GEOG15040 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | C/4 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
Unit director | Mr. Thomas |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
All other units in year 1 BSc/MSci Single Honours Geography |
School/department | School of Geographical Sciences |
Faculty | Faculty of Science |
The unit is comprised of two elements. Digital Data & Geography provides an introduction to the use, processing and presentation of spatial data to examine geographical phenomena. Geographical Data Analysis develops skills for empirical enquiry using quantitative methods and software. Both elements provide foundational ability in IT and analytical skills, which are used and developed in subsequent years.