Module DXX-3709:
Using Geographic Data
Geographical thought 2024-25
DXX-3709
2024-25
School Of Natural Sciences
Module - Semester 1 & 2
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Simon Willcock
Overview
Module topics may typically include:
- What makes something geographical and what is geographical data?
- The foundation of Geography and geography not cosmography
- The role empire in the development of geography
- Key paradigms in geographical research and the the production of geographical knowledge and data
- Identifying research gaps and proposing research.
Learning Outcomes
- Accurately explain geographical concepts and apply them to new scenarios
- Communicate information clearly and concisely using both oral and written means.
- Identify and contextualize a research question within the subject of geography.
- Synthesize and critically evaluate existing research
Assessment type
Summative
Weighting
10%
Assessment type
Summative
Weighting
15%
Assessment type
Summative
Weighting
75%