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Programme code | 2GEOG001U |
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Programme type | Single Honours |
Programme director(s) |
Tony Payne
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Faculty | Faculty of Science |
School/department | School of Geographical Sciences |
Teaching institution | University of Bristol |
Awarding institution | University of Bristol |
Accrediting types: |
This programme has been accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG). Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in geographical knowledge and skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of the world beyond higher education. The accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates from accredited programmes meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including subject knowledge, technical ability and transferable skills. (www.rgs.org) |
Relevant QAA subject benchmark groups | Geography (2019) (benchmark statement) |
Mode of study | Full Time |
Programme length | 3 years (full time) |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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All programme Intended Learning Outcomes are delivered through a diversity of learning and teaching methods to reflect varied nature of the subject matter of a geographical degree and of transferable skills provision. We use formal lectures, seminars, tutorials, fieldwork, practical and laboratory classes, guided group and individual project work, extended essays and dissertations, and peer evaluation of performance. |
Methods of Assessment | |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes are assessed using a diversity of assessment methods to match learning and teaching methods. We use unseen examinations, in-class tests, extended essay/project submissions, practical class reports, research dissertations, group and individual oral presentations, student-led seminars plus unit-specific assignments. We use a mixture of formative and summative assignments. |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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All programme Intended Learning Outcomes are delivered through a diversity of learning and teaching methods to reflect varied nature of the subject matter of a geographical degree and of transferable skills provision. We use formal lectures, seminars, tutorials, fieldwork, practical and laboratory classes, guided group and individual project work, extended essays and dissertations, and peer evaluation of performance. |
Methods of Assessment | |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes are assessed using a diversity of assessment methods to match learning and teaching methods. We use unseen examinations, in-class tests, extended essay/project submissions, practical class reports, research dissertations, group and individual oral presentations, student-led seminars plus unit-specific assignments. We use a mixture of formative and summative assignments. |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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All programme Intended Learning Outcomes are delivered through a diversity of learning and teaching methods to reflect varied nature of the subject matter of a geographical degree and of transferable skills provision. We use formal lectures, seminars, tutorials, fieldwork, practical and laboratory classes, guided group and individual project work, extended essays and dissertations, and peer evaluation of performance. |
Methods of Assessment | |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes are assessed using a diversity of assessment methods to match learning and teaching methods. We use unseen examinations, in-class tests, extended essay/project submissions, practical class reports, research dissertations, group and individual oral presentations, student-led seminars plus unit-specific assignments. We use a mixture of formative and summative assignments. |
Statement of expectations from the students at each level of the programme as it/they develop year on year.
Level C/4 - Certificate |
By the end of their studies at level C, students are expected to be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of the fundamental principles of some of the core areas of geography and a level of competence in the relevant skills. The expectation is that their work may require substantial direction from members of staff. |
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Level I/5 - Intermediate |
At level I students are expected to be able to demonstrate that they have expanded the range and depth of their knowledge of geographical principles and their capacity to evaluate these principles using a variety of perspectives. They should also have developed a higher level of competence in the relevant skills. They are expected to be developing a capacity for self-directed learning. |
Level H/6 - Honours |
At level H students are expected to expand the breadth of their knowledge through their study of advanced subjects taught at current research cutting-edge. At this level students are expected to be able to demonstrate their capacity for self-directed study using the skills acquired and developed at levels one and two. |
The intended learning outcome mapping document shows which mandatory units contribute towards each programme intended learning outcome.
For information on the admissions requirements for this programme please see details in the undergraduate prospectus at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/prospectus/undergraduate/ or contact the relevant academic department.
Workload Statement
The Faculty of Science expects a minimum work input by its undergraduates of 40 hours per week for every week of the academic year. The 40 hours is made up of a portfolio of different components. The balance between these components varies slightly from programme to programme reflecting the varying academic demands of different subject areas.
Lectures, practical work, tutorials, seminars and required coursework and homework for may take up around 20 hours per week. While this volume of formal teaching is common in the early years of programmes, in later years there is more self directed learning and the opportunity to carry out supervised research work. In total the formal teaching and the students learning should amount to the 40 hours a week mentioned.
The Faculty of Science requires students to do some academic work in the periods between the terms, both required work and that which reflects their interest in, and commitment to their programmes of study.
Assessment Statement
https://www.bris.ac.uk/science/undergraduates/satementonassessment.pdf
Admissions Tutor(s): F800/F801/F802/F804/09F4: Professor David Manley.
Address:
School of Geographical Sciences
University of Bristol
University Road
Bristol
BS8 1SS
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 117 9289954
Fax: (0117) 9287878
WWW:http://www.ggy.bris.ac.uk
Students will be offered a blended educational experience with a mix of in person and online teaching. The in person teaching will consist of small group work, laboratory practicals and field work/alternative activities. To achieve the intended learning outcomes across the programme and to satisfy any accreditation requirements, students will be expected to undertake some in person teaching. Where this is not possible, students will be asked to contact their School to discuss arrangements.
The following units are must pass: GEOG10002, GEOG10003, and GEOG10004. The definition of must pass units can be found in the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes Glossary of Terms.
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Key Concepts in Human and Physical Geography | GEOG10003 | 40 | Mandatory | TB-4 |
Introduction to Quantitative Geography | GEOG10004 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-4 |
Geographical History, Thought and Practices | GEOG10002 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-4 |
World in Crisis? | GEOG16001 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Plus 20 credit points from the following: | ||||
Convincing stories? Numbers as evidence in the social sciences | UNIV10002 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Big Ideas in Science | CHEM10001 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Sustainable Development | UNIV10001 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Certificate of Higher Education | 120 |
All units (with the exception of Open Units) in this year of study are must pass. The definition of must pass units can be found in the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes Glossary of Terms.
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Spatial Modelling 2 | GEOG25010 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-4 |
Select 60 credit points from the following: | ||||
Fundamentals of Modern Glaciology | GEOG20004 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Floods, Flows and Erosion in River Basins | GEOG20002 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
The Earth System | GEOG20003 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
State, Economy and Society in Geographical Perspective | GEOG20005 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Philosophy, Social Theory and Geography | GEOG25110 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Geographies of Nature and Environment | GEOG20015 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
And either select 40 credit points from List A: | ||||
LIST A | ||||
Qualitative Research Methods in Human Geography | GEOG20012 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Study and Field Skills C | GEOG25150 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Or select 40 credit points from List B: | ||||
LIST B | ||||
Research Methods in Physical Geography | GEOG20011 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Study and Field Skills B | GEOG25070 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Or select 40 credit points from List C: | ||||
Qualitative Research Methods in Human Geography | GEOG20012 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Study and Field Skills D | GEOG20010 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Or select 40 credit points from List D: | ||||
Research Methods in Physical Geography | GEOG20011 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Study and Field Skills D | GEOG20010 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Or select 40 credit points from List E: | ||||
Qualitative Research Methods in Human Geography | GEOG20012 | 20 | Optional | TB-4 |
Study and Field Skills E | GEOG20014 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Please note: students are allocated to the appropriate Methods unit and Study and Field Skills unit based on their optional unit choices. | ||||
Diploma of Higher Education | 120 |
Please note that the dissertation unit in this year of study is must-pass. For the definition of must pass units please see the Glossary of Terms from Annex 1 to the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Select one of the following dissertation units: | ||||
Dissertation | GEOG30001 | 40 | Optional | TB-4 |
Or | ||||
Dissertation (with Quantitative Research Methods) (Geography) | GEOG30007 | 40 | Optional | TB-4 |
(GEOG30021 is a co-requisite of Dissertation with Quantitative Research Methods) | ||||
Select 80cp from: | ||||
Sea Level past, present and future | GEOG30008 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Climate forensics: Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere | GEOG30033 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Geographies of the Bioeconomy | GEOG30030 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Catchment Science: Hydrology, Ecology and Management | GEOG30013 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Geographies of Food | GEOG30011 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Multispecies Geographies: Travels with Donna Haraway | GEOG30032 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Environmental Risks, Management and Policy | GEOG30015 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Geographic Data Science | GEOG30021 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Ice and Ocean in the Global Carbon Cycle | GEOG30014 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Future Climates | GEOG30016 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Migration and Development | GEOG30018 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Ethnicity, Class and Housing in the City | GEOG30020 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Urban Geography - a focus on Africa | GEOG30022 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Geographies of Fashion and Style | GEOG30027 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Water Governance and Management | GEOG30024 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Critical Political Ecologies of Extraction and Conservation | GEOG30029 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Rural Asia | GEOG30031 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Geography (BSc) | 120 |
Unit Pass Mark for Undergraduate Programmes:
For details on the weightings for classifying undergraduate degrees, please see the Agreed Weightings, by Faculty, to be applied for the Purposes of Calculating the Final Programme Mark and Degree Classification in Undergraduate Programmes.
For detailed rules on progression please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
Please refer to the specific progression/award requirements for programmes with a preliminary year of study, the Gateway programmes and International Foundation programmes.
All undergraduate degree programmes allow the opportunity for a student to exit from a programme with a Diploma or Certificate of Higher Education.
Integrated Master's degrees may also allow the opportunity for a student to exit from the programme with an equivalent Bachelor's degree where a student has achieved 360 credit points, of which 90 must be at level 6, and has successfully met any additional criteria as described in the programme specification.
The opportunities for a student to exit from one of the professional programmes in Veterinary Science, Medicine, and Dentistry with an Award is outlined in the relevant Programme Regulations (which are available as an annex in the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes).
An Ordinary degree can be awarded if a student has successfully completed at least 300 credits with a minimum of 60 credits at Level 6.
The pass mark for the professional programmes in Veterinary Science, Medicine and Dentistry is 50 out of 100. The classification of a degree in the professional programmes in Veterinary Science, Medicine, and Dentistry is provided in the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
The alternative classified honours degree of Science (Geography) (BSc) may be awarded on this programme. For further details please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
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