Geography

Assessment

There are two written examinations which test your knowledge and understanding of geographical themes, concepts, and processes. Each paper is worth 40% of your final grade and covers a range of question styles from single-mark multiple-choice questions, to 20-mark essay questions. In addition to the written papers, there is also a 3,000 - 4,000 word independent research piece based on data gathered from the field. This is an opportunity for geographers to shape their own learning when undertaking a Geographical Investigation which incorporates both fieldwork and research to investigate a chosen topic. This forms the Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) component of the course.