A field course in the Yorkshire Dales, mostly dealing with the glacial history of the area. There are three follow-up lab days where we analyse a core.
Occurrence | Teaching period |
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A | Spring Term 2021-22 to Summer Term 2021-22 |
This module will examine environmental changes during the Quaternary period (approximately the last 2.6 million years). A 5-day fieldtrip will take place in the Yorkshire Dales and along the west coast of England. The study of past environmental changes provides an opportunity to understand and use a range of palaeoenvironmental techniques, including analyses of foraminifera, pollen and diatoms. The module will also include reconstructing glacial environments and ice limits, karst hydrology, and sea-level changes. Field and laboratory work combined with analyses of the data will provide hands-on experience in interpreting past environmental changes.
Subject content
Academic and graduate skills
Other learning outcomes (if applicable)
Task | Length | % of module mark |
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Essay/coursework Field & Lab report |
N/A | 75 |
Oral presentation/seminar/exam Presentation |
N/A | 25 |
None
Task | Length | % of module mark |
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Essay/coursework Extended essay (3000 words) |
N/A | 100 |
Feedback on the summative report will be delivered individually and on a class basis (standard 4 week turnaround). Feedback on the presentations will be delivered in general terms during the fieldtrip and more specific on an individual basis after the trip, using the standard feedback form. Feedback will also be given during the practical sessions.
Waltham, T. and Lowe, D. (ed.) 2013. Caves and Karst of the Yorkshire Dales. British Cave Research Association.