Ore Deposits and Gemmology

Description

This module examines the geology of mineral resources, primarily focusing on the formation of ore deposits and gems, by rooting these processes back into a geological context. The module is also largely focused on crystallography, as well as the economics and ethics of mineral and resource exploration from both a human and environmental perspective. All major parts of this module will be shared with a Level M variant, but will differ from this in terms of some of the assessment.

Assessment

• Inquiry presentation (group work)
• Quantitative assessment 
• Examination