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Geotechnics for Geoscientists

When you'll study it: Semester 2
CATS points: 15
ECTS points: 7.5
Level: Level 7
Module lead: Hector Marin Moreno
Academic year: 2026-27

Module overview

This module provides an introduction to the parameters and methods used to characterize the properties of soils in geotechnical engineering for students taking degrees in Earth sciences.

Learning and Teaching

Teaching and learning methods

In this module you will learn from a combination of lectures and laboratory and computer-based practical classes

Study time
Type	Hours
Independent Study	100
Practical	30
Lecture	20
Total study time	150

Assessment

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Breakdown
Method	Percentage contribution
Analysis and report	70%
Group and individual presentation	30%

Repeat Information

Repeat type: Internal & External