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Module DXX-3014:
Current Issues in Human Geography

Critical Human Geographies(20 credits) 2022-23
DXX-3014
2022-23
School Of Natural Sciences
Module - Semester 2
20 credits
Module Organiser: Eifiona Lane
Overview

This module runs in the second semester and enables the student to undertake an individual desk-based research project looking critically and in depth at 2 relevant newly emerging issues within human geography. The research culminates in the production of an essay on one issue and a seminar precis, oral presentation (seminar defence)and seminar paper with reflexive section on a second issue. The seminar paper is presented to an audience of peers from modules DXC/X3013 and DXC/X3014. A variety of sources must be used in conducting this research and the issues chosen must be different from that chosen in the student’s Honours Research project or any other modules. The issues are chosen by the student, in consultation with the module convenor.

This module runs in the second semester and enables the student to undertake an individual desk-based research project looking in depth at a particular 2 relevant newly emerging issues within human geography. The results of the research are presented in an essay on the first issue and a seminar paper and oral presentation on the second issue. The seminar paper is presented to an audience of peers from the module. A variety of sources must be used in conducting this research and the issues chosen must be different from that chosen in the student’s Honours Research project. The issues are chosen by the student, in consultation with the module convenor.

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -(Standard Pass: D– to D+)a.No major omissions or inaccuracies in the deployment of information/skills.b.Some grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practical elements.c.Integration of theory/practice/information present intermittently in pursuit of the assessed work's objectives.d.Use of primary literature.

-good -(Average to high standard Pass: C– to B+)a.Much or most of the relevant information and skills accurately displayed.b.Good/adequate grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practical elements.c.Good/fair integration of theory/practice/information in the pursuit of the assessed work's objectives.d.Evidence of the use of creative and reflective skills.e.Critical use of primary and other literature cited in the lecture.

-excellent -(Excellent standard First Class: A– to A**)a.An outstanding performance, exceptionally able.b.The relevant information accurately deployed.c.Excellent grasp of theoretical/conceptual/practice elements.d.Good integration of theory/practice/information in pursuit of the assessed work's objectives.e.Strong evidence of the use of creative and reflective skills.Critical use of literature beyond that cited in the lecture.

Learning Outcomes

  • To be able to communicate the research to an audience of peers, both visually and orally.

  • To demonstrate effective use of sources.

  • To demonstrate the ability to conduct research.

  • To demonstrate the ability to critically assess relevant literature.

  • To understand a specific geographical issue in great depth.

Assessment method

Individual Presentation

Assessment type

Crynodol

Description

10 minute Seminar Defence - oral presentation

Weighting

20%

Due date

02/05/2023

Assessment method

Essay

Assessment type

Crynodol

Description

Essay

Weighting

40%

Due date

10/03/2023

Assessment method

Other

Assessment type

Crynodol

Description

Seminar Paper with reflexive section.,

Weighting

30%

Due date

12/05/2023

Assessment method

Other

Assessment type

Crynodol

Description

Seminar Paper - One page precis presented to whole group one week in advance of the Seminar Defence. Students Peer Review each other's work.

Weighting

10%

Due date

25/04/2023

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