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On completion of this module, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the historical and current uses of plants by humankind and be able to discuss and analyse how plants have been utilised for various purposes, including food, shelter, medicine, cosmetics, and recreational spaces. Students should be able to discuss the impact of climate change on plants, including shifts in growing seasons, changes in precipitation patterns, and the adaptation strategies of plants. Students should be able to discuss the importance of soil quality and composition in supporting plant health and growth. This includes understanding nutrient cycles, soil conservation, and sustainable agricultural practices. Students should gain an appreciation for the cultural and traditional uses of plants in different communities. Students will have an understanding of the principles of landscape design.
With regard to transferable skills, students will be able to write short reports and will have participated in group work in a class setting.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 24 |
Specified Learning Activities | 30 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 50 |
Total | 104 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Continuous Assessment: Continuous assessment | Varies over the Trimester | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 15 |
Examination: Written paper short questions | 1 hour End of Trimester Exam | No | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 50 |
Assignment: Assignment to include mini videos and written work | Varies over the Trimester | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 15 |
Assignment: Students to gather data on horticultural produce and/or services | Unspecified | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 20 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Summer | Yes - 1 Hour |
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Feedback will be provided to the class after they have completed the assignments.
Name | Role |
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Dr Caroline Elliott-Kingston | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Tony Twamley | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |