This module covers concepts in programming languages that go beyond those typically seen or are new to mainstream languages. The goal is to encourage students to look beyond traditional programming practice by introducing new tools and techniques inspired by recent research in programming language theory and practice. Each concept introduced in the module will be supported by considering existing practical implementations of that concept in a variety of programming languages. Students taking this module should have working knowledge of OO languages, Functional Programming, Type Systems and be comfortable learning new programming languages.
International law is about governments collaboratively as well as competitively trying to regulate world affairs. It includes issues as diverse as a government’s treatment of its citizens (international human rights law), the circumstances in which a state can take military action against or in another state, and ongoing efforts to prevent catastrophic changes in the earth’s climate. This module builds on LAWS 2035 Introduction to Public International Law by introducing you to the jurisdictional framework (in both spatial and conceptual senses) of the international legal order, the secondary obligations that arise when a primary one is breached and the rules on the resort to force. We will explore how, by whom, and with what results law has been used to shape or attempt to shape the world in which we live by constraining the conduct of states and other international actors.
Public law is of the highest importance to individuals, defining the institutions which exercise the power of the state, and setting the rules which govern their interaction in relation to each other and to individuals. Though one of the defining characteristics of the United Kingdom’s constitutional order is its long heritage and remarkable stability, the last two decades have seen a number of significant changes in the constitutional sphere. An appreciation of the way in which public law has adapted in order to meet these changing circumstances, as well as the forces which are driving its further development, is of the highest importance to achieving a clear understanding of the nature of the state and the individual’s position in relation to it. This module will communicate a picture of modern public law through the examination of those topics which are most relevant to its recent and on-going development. It addresses key areas which have driven constitutional development in recent years, such as the legal and constitutional crisis surrounding Brexit.
The Advanced Quantitative Research Skills module is focused on extending existing skills in analyzing data from quantitative research. The module consists of two parts. In the first part programming skills in R are being learned. In the second, students will learn the theoretical basis of regression and correlation at a deep level, and also learn how to practically conduct, for two predictors and an outcome, competitive, mediational, and moderational analysis, and appropriately interpret their results. We strongly recommend students to have at least a 2:1 in PSYC2019 as PSYC3064 is an advanced statistics module and the materials covered in PSYC2019 will not be repeated but will be built upon.
This course will cover advanced topics of quantum mechanics including postulates of quantum mechanics, tools of quantum mechanics, Dirac notation, Simple Harmonic oscillator (studied using raising and lowering operators), orbital and spin angular momentum (studied using raising and lowering operators), Relativistic Quantum Mechanics, Density matrix and Schroedinger's cat, Non-locality and Bell's inequalities, Quantum cryptography (distributing secure keys), Basic ideas of Quantum computing (qubits, quantum teleportation). (Last 4 topics non examinable in final assessment, only in the mini-dissertation).
The module will further develop the understanding of reaction engineering and will look in detail in biochemical and biological reactors, real reactors and catalytic reactors.
This module is designed to provide you with some of the research skills required to carry out a final year dissertation in psychology. It involves developing your ability to critically evaluate and review research articles in education and psychology, and learning how to analyse and present the results of statistical analyses of the relationship between several independent variables and a dependent variable. The critical reviews are based on articles drawn from your dissertation area. The main focus of the statistics component is on analysis of variance and multiple regression, but non-parametric equivalents are also considered.
You will undertake a substantive piece of independent work. This is designed to demonstrate your ability to manage your own learning, to draw together information for a variety of sources and to make use of a range of concepts and techniques
The aim of this module is to allow students to carry out an extensive research project on a specific topic related to their main area of study.
This module is the delivery vehicle for the FHEQ Level 7 research project that must be carried out by each MEnvSci student with guidance from a supervisor.
The project involves approximately 750 hours of commitment including the practical based research work and preparation of a dissertation.
Within this module, you will have the opportunity to study different areas of American history. This will take place in student-led discussions, which are convened and supported by historians with experience in US history in varied forms. You will identify themes and subjects worthy of further analysis and discussion, with guidance and support from staff. As a group, you will work collaboratively to identify areas of particular interest, formulate reading lists, and determine research questions, all with the support of academics. This is with the expectation that these discussions and studies will enable you to undertake independent research at the cutting edge of American historiography and methodology.
Within this module, you will have the opportunity to study different areas of ancient history. This will take place in student-led discussions, which are convened and supported by historians with experience in ancient history in varied forms. You will identify themes and subjects worthy of further analysis and discussion, with guidance and support from staff. As a group, you will work collaboratively to identify areas of particular interest, formulate reading lists, and determine research questions, all with the support of academics. This is with the expectation that these discussions and studies will enable you to undertake independent research at the cutting edge of ancient historiography and methodology.
