Last modified: 23 Jul 2024 10:59
On this course you will become an interplanetary explorer, learning how to conduct real scientific research and synthesise data, guided by experts. You will apply your skills to learn and discover new things about aspects of lunar and planetary geology that interest you.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 4 |
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| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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On this course you will explore:
• The Geology of the Moon
• The Geology of Mars
• The Geology of Another Planet or Moon
You will research an aspect of each that interests you, with guidance from staff. For each of the 3 topics you will investigate, synthesise data, and produce a scientific report, which will be assessed, and on which feedback will be provided.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Weeks | 12 | Feedback Weeks | 13 | |
| Feedback |
Detailed feedback will be provided, assisting the student with future assignments. |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual | Analyse | Synthesise and analyse geological data relevant to the topic chosen. |
| Conceptual | Evaluate | Use the synthesised data to evaluate a plausible geological hypothesis. |
| Factual | Analyse | Apply factual knowledge to understand a relevant geological challenge. |
| Procedural | Create | Create figures and/or tables from synthesised data that help you reach and communicate your conclusions. |
| Reflection | Evaluate | Learn to critically evaluate and reflect on your own work. |
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Weeks | 19 | Feedback Weeks | 20 | |
| Feedback |
These transferable skills will be taught, and feedback will be provided. |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual | Analyse | Synthesise and analyse geological data relevant to the topic chosen. |
| Conceptual | Evaluate | Use the synthesised data to evaluate a plausible geological hypothesis. |
| Factual | Analyse | Apply factual knowledge to understand a relevant geological challenge. |
| Procedural | Create | Create figures and/or tables from synthesised data that help you reach and communicate your conclusions. |
| Reflection | Evaluate | Learn to critically evaluate and reflect on your own work. |
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Weeks | 16 | Feedback Weeks | 17 | |
| Feedback |
Detailed feedback will be provided, helpful for students working on future assignments e.g. dissertations. |
Word Count | ||
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual | Analyse | Synthesise and analyse geological data relevant to the topic chosen. |
| Conceptual | Evaluate | Use the synthesised data to evaluate a plausible geological hypothesis. |
| Factual | Analyse | Apply factual knowledge to understand a relevant geological challenge. |
| Procedural | Create | Create figures and/or tables from synthesised data that help you reach and communicate your conclusions. |
| Reflection | Evaluate | Learn to critically evaluate and reflect on your own work. |
There are no assessments for this course.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 100 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | Feedback Weeks | |||
| Feedback |
Essay on a relevant topic. |
Word Count | ||
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Factual | Analyse | Apply factual knowledge to understand a relevant geological challenge. |
| Conceptual | Analyse | Synthesise and analyse geological data relevant to the topic chosen. |
| Conceptual | Evaluate | Use the synthesised data to evaluate a plausible geological hypothesis. |
| Procedural | Create | Create figures and/or tables from synthesised data that help you reach and communicate your conclusions. |
| Reflection | Evaluate | Learn to critically evaluate and reflect on your own work. |
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