Understanding Earth (003GR)
Understanding Earth
Module 003GR
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
Understanding Earth introduces the principles of Earth science and their value to human society. Such
understanding is essential for considering the nature and management of Earth’s materials and
resources, and the impacts of geological processes on the natural and built environment. The module
includes lots of practical work and a fieldtrip to the South Downs and Sussex coast.
Module learning outcomes
To understand the basic concepts and principles of Earth science.
To gain knowledge about common rocks, minerals, fossils and geological structures.
To analyse and interpret simple geological maps, boreholes and cross sections.
To understand the application of Earth science to engineering and natural resources.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 2 Assessment | 25.00% |
| Coursework | 75.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Test | T2 Week 6 | 33.33% |
| Report | T2 Week 11 | 66.67% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 2 hours | 01111000010 |
| Spring Semester | Practical | 2 hours | 00000010101 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Fieldwork | 8 hours | 10000001000 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 00000000001 |
| Spring Semester | Class | 1 hour | 00000100000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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