Introduction to Geography Part 1: The Unequal World module (GE11001)
You will learn about key dimensions of the concept of an unequal world in human and environmental systems
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Credits
20
Module code
GE11001
You will learn about key dimensions of the concept of an unequal world in human and environmental systems. This will cover a number of topics. These will include:
development
vulnerability
underlying causes
global inequalities
pressures on environmental resources
links to environmental hazard
What you will learn
In this module, you will:
learn about the major areas of Geography
be introduced to vocabulary, methodologies and theory underpinning major areas of geographical enquiry
develop skills in geographic comprehension and spatial awareness
develop analytical techniques in obtaining, handling and interpreting geographical information
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
understand the vocabulary, methodology and theories underpinning geographical explanation
apply them to the analysis of real world case studies
develop a deeper appreciation of systematic processes of global change
understand how dimensions of human and environmental systems intersect. This will be in relation to topics such as:
vulnerability and resilience
aspects of climate change
habitat change
natural hazards
gain skills in reading and evaluating academic publications.
develop skills in logical analysis and presentation of arguments on real-world case studies