BSc (Hons) Geography, Urban Environments and Climate Change with Secondary Education (QTS)

Module: 4EA003

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

Energy production is the primary cause of greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere. This module will consider the options of different types of energy to the energy mix and subsequent impacts on climate change.

Module: 4EA002

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: University Telford Campus

The design of the urban environment is key in the UK and internationally as regeneration of urban areas becomes critical. There is an historic perspective to Urban Development linked to Physical and Human Geography and aspects of these will be studied including the factors that effect the decision making process in Urban Deveolopment such as siting, resources and transport. The application of newer technologies will be introduced and related to case studies. Within this module you will investigate some of the available technologies previously and currently used in the support of urban design. We will look at mapping and planning as well as visualisation tools. The links from Digital Mapping to Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to support urban planning approaches will also be drawn.

Module: 4EA004

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

The module presents an integrated introduction to geography. This will be undertaken by presenting the history and development of the subject and so provide an understanding of the core concepts, key knowledge and interpretation of the discipline. Integral to such an approach is the consideration of both human and physical geography. From this knowledge base students will be able to understand and apply the techniques and skills associated with the ‘geographical perspective’ in a variety of settings and contexts.

Module: 4EH002

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

At the completion of the module students are expected to have gained a sound knowledge and understanding of the critical relationship between human health and the environment, and possess the necessary skills to effectively acquire, interpret and use, environmental and public health information.

Module: 4SE001

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

The purpose of this module is to provide an introduction to the teaching of your specialist subject in the secondary school curriculum. You will consider educational policies and the impact of these on your own education. The module will draw upon subject specific reading to identify what you consider to be the rationale that justifies and underpins the teaching of your specialist subject. You will begin to identify and express learning objectives appropriate to a range of different learners. You will be introduced to a range of pedagogical approaches and strategies to deliver lesson objectives.

Module: 4EH001

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

The module presents baseline knowledge of the core components of the natural environment and develops an understanding of their inter-relationships. In adopting a systems and processes approach to the functioning of the planet, students will be able to define how the various components of the natural environment interact with each other and combine to influence the landscape in which we live. The module is thus both interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary, and will allow students to build models and create ideas about the natural environment on local, regional and global scales. Key concepts will be appraised and investigated so that processes and systems in the natural environment can be evaluated. A correlation between the relevance of the natural environment and links to issues of environmental health will be developed at each stage of the module.

Module: 5SE002

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

The purpose of this module is to provide a framework that will enable you to build your capacity to teach your specialist subject. You will be required to meet those essential professional standards identified in the module as fundamental to the beginning teacher. You will be able to identify and express learning objectives appropriate to a range of different learners and be able to assess the learning outcomes. You will engage with a range of pedagogical approaches appropriate to your specialist subject. You will be supported to identify your professional identity as a beginning teacher. The module will support your development as a reflective practitioner in a variety of learning contexts. This will include university-based sessions and experience within school-based environments, supported by university-based and school-based tutors. You will make effective use of current theories and practices in education. Reading, observation, personal practice and discussion will inform your professional development. Your capacity for reflection is expected to impact on your classroom practice. You are expected to build professional relationships with pupils, teachers and other professionals.

Module: 5EA002

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

You will be introduced to a range of established techniques and skills which will enable you to initiate and undertake analysis of information and understand appropriate solutions to problems arising from or encountered during practical activities (in computer and laboratories) and field work.

Module: 5SE001

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

The purpose of this module is to provide a framework that will enable you to build your capacity to teach your specialist subject. You will be able to identify and express learning objectives appropriate to a range of different learners. You will be aware of a range of pedagogical approaches available in your specialist subject and know how to select approaches and strategies to meet and assess learning objectives. The module will also support your development as a reflective practitioner with an emphasis on understanding the ways in which theories of learning, teaching and assessment can inform your practice. You will develop an ability to learn from experience by engaging in learning conversations with university-based and school-based tutors, so that together you can agree well-focussed targets for your subject-specific development. Although a significant proportion of the training associated with this module is delivered through university -based sessions, the major part will take place in school, supported by university-based tutors and school-based tutors.

Module: 5EA003

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Optional

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

Climate change is the most significant challenge facing humanity. Cities have a crucial role to play since, whilst occupying only 3% of the planet they produce over 70% of greenhouse gases. On one hand they are vulnerable to the threat of climate change, espcially the world's major coastal cities, yet they also provide opportunties for significant sustainable measures to be implemented. The phenomenon of smart cities around the world provides examples whereby people can increase their quality of life at the same time as reducing their environmental impact.

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