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GEO269   Social and Cultural Geographies   (20 credits)

 
Year Running: 2016/2017
Credit level: F5

Description

This module builds on the Level 1 module Introduction to Human Geography. It illustrates the diversity and vitality of contemporary social and cultural geography including some of the philosophical concepts and theoretical debates that have shaped the subject. As well as demonstrating the value of a geographical perspective on a range of social and cultural issues, the module will enhance the understanding, critical awareness and interdisciplinary capacities of students. The module aims to deepen and enrich the ways in which students are able to think about geographical issues, through a critical understanding of concepts and approaches that underpin the substance and methods of contemporary human geography. The module is delivered through lectures and engagement with a variety of media. It will be assessed via an essay and an unseen exam.

 

Reading List


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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 168.5
Lecture 20.0
Seminar 10.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Course Work 0.0 50 % S1
Exam 1.5 50 % S1
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.