MSc Independent Research Project (GEOL0056)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching department: Earth Sciences
Credit value: 60

Restrictions: This module is for students on the MSc Geophysical Hazards degree only.
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

The independent project will allow students to pursue a particular topic in geophysical hazards, to critically evaluate available data (from a combination of desktop studies and voluntary fieldwork) and to identify potential solutions to hazard assessment and mitigation.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Calendar Year 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Dissertations, extended projects, and projects
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 18
Module leader: Dr Emma Nicholson
Who to contact for more information: c.kilburn@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.

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Important information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2024/25 academic session. Current and prospective students can browse through the catalogue to consider possible module choices for the coming year.

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Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed timed assessments and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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