Tropical Environmental Science Field Course
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| GEOG2055 | Environmental & Geographical Sciences | 2 | 10 | Autumn Malaysia |
- Code
- GEOG2055
- School
- Environmental & Geographical Sciences
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn Malaysia
Summary
This residential tropical field course module is based on Tioman Island of the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia and involves studies of various tropical communities and ecosystems using a range of field techniques to investigate factors which determine the distribution and function of living organisms in tropical ecosystems. None-UNMC students are required to pay full cost of the field course. The residential component takes place in September prior to registration week of semester three.
Target Students
BSc Environmental Science students. In addition, associated BSc. Environmental Biology and BSc Environmental Science students on the mobility scheme or as a stand-alone option. There are a limited number of places on this module. Students are reminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School in advance may be cancelled without notice. Available to JYA/Erasmus students. Available to JYA/Erasmus students.
Classes
- One 12-hour field studies
Assessment
- 20% Coursework 1: Field skills assessment - participation, group working skills, initative, and note taking will all be assessed-includes all notes from the field and observations
- 60% Coursework 2: Fieldcourse report on one of the 5 field practicals. Written as a scientific paper. - 3000 words .
- 20% Presentation 1: Group presentation
Educational Aims
To provide students with the opportunity to use a range of field techniques to examine various tropical communities and ecosystems and investigate biotic and abiotic factors determining the distribution and function of living organismsLearning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
1. Describe how abiotic and biotic factors determine the distribution and function of living organisms in tropical environments.
2. Explain how communities are affected by human activities.
3. Design and conduct field-based experiments based on clearly formulated hypotheses, demonstrating good field practices through clear note taking throughout field activities.
4. Analyse and present scientific data, clearly and concisely, in written, visual and oral presentation forms.
Conveners
- Dr Wong Ee Phin