Mountain Environments and Glaciation - SHG4013

Assessment 1: Other

Other

Assessment 3: Exam

Exam

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Written assignment

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

<p>This module primarily concentrates on the physical features of mountain environments and the effects of glaciation on the landscape. Consideration is however given to the vital role mountains play in weather systems and water resource management. The module also considers how human societies have adapted to the challenging conditions such environments create.</p>

School of Applied Sciences

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Geography

SHG4013 - Mountain Environments and Glaciation

Mountain Environments and Glaciation

be able to describe and explain geomorphological processes affecting mountain and glacial environments.

be able to interpret glacial and mountain landscapes using theoretical models.

be able to manipulate and summarise data from practical/fieldwork activities.

be able to demonstrate competence in report writing and data recording.

be able to assess how different human societies have exploited mountain environments.

be able to carry out appropriate fieldwork tests to identify the origins of specific landforms.