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Module title:Geology Overseas Field Class
Module codeCSM3068
Module lecturers:Dr James Hickey
Module credits:15

This module provides an opportunity to examine an outstanding area of geology famous for its tectonic, volcanic, sedimentological and/or geological evolution. The destination varies but will typically be Spain, Cyprus, Italy, Portugal or Tenerife. Depending on the location, you may learn about: (i) geohazards, including their deposits and monitoring, (ii) geothermal and hydrothermal processes, (iii) sedimentary and climatic processes, (iv) palaoenvironments and depositional settings and/or
(v) tectonic landscape evolution, integrating knowledge from across the modules covered during your course.
 
To participate in this module, you need to have studied Year 1 and 2 of BSc/MGeo/MScil Geology (or equivalent). This module is not suitable for non-specialist students or interdisciplinary pathways.

Please note that all modules are subject to change, please get in touch if you have any questions about this module.