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School of Global Studies

Human Geographies of the Modern World (001GR)

Human Geographies of the Modern World

Module 001GR

Module details for 2025/26.

15 credits

FHEQ Level 4

Module learning outcomes

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of changing approaches to the study of human geography.

Identify, summarise and communicate effectively both individually and as part of a group the key concepts in the study of human geography.

Demonstrate understanding of the contribution of geographers to understanding cultural, economic, political and social change.

Demonstrate a knowledge of the underlying concepts and principles of human geography.

TypeTimingWeighting
Coursework100.00%
Coursework components. Weighted as shown below.
Group PresentationT1 Week 7 (8 minutes)30.00%
EssayT1 Week 11 70.00%
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.

TermMethodDurationWeek pattern
Autumn SemesterLecture2 hours11111111110
Autumn SemesterSeminar1 hour00101010010

How to read the week pattern

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