Last modified: 28 Jun 2018 10:27
This course explores different perceptions of the natural world. We focus on experiences, interpretations and feelings about nature.
Delivery: lectures, individual exploration, group discussion and field trips. Sessions include: attitudes to nature, observing and exploring, well-being, film, spiritual and artistic interpretations, and valuing nature.
Students do three field trips (from a choice of several), forming an essential and inspirational part of the course.
During the course, you will probably deepen, or even change, your understanding of nature. You may then be able to apply a more nuanced understanding of nature in both your own direct experiences and own academic development.
Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 1 |
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Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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There are no additional costs incurred by students attending this course. Please note however that students are expected to source basic stationary items and/or suitable materials for the preparation and submission of one of the assessments. Students are free to choose the type of materials they wish to use and make appropriate considerations about cost.
In addition, students are expected to wear appropriate waterproof clothing and footwear for attendance to field trips and outdoor sessions. Such provision should not exceed normal winter clothing that can be worn for everyday use.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt: In-course assessment (100%) based on submission of commentary (based on group work) and a reflective piece of individual writing. The commentary will be given a group mark, which is moderated by online peer assessment. The reflective account will take the form of an academic piece of writing and will be individually marked.
Resit: Students who fail the overall course will be required to register for a resit, then asked to submit/resubmit assessment work.
Students will participate in a range of formative exercises (seminars) based on each theme. Students will be given personalised verbal feedback during seminars.
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