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Archived Version 2010 - 2011

Module Title The Universe
Module Code PS108
School School of Physical Sciences

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Eamonn CunninghamOffice NumberN137
Level 1 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Module Aims


Learning Outcomes


Indicative Time Allowances
Hours
Lectures 36
Tutorials 0
Laboratories 0
Seminars 0
Independent Learning Time 39

Total 75
Placements
Assignments
NOTE
Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.

Indicative Syllabus
Assessment
Continuous Assessment30% Examination Weight70%
Indicative Reading List
Core Text:The Universe (Fifth Edition) by W.J. Kaufmann and R.A. Freedman (Freeman & Co. N.Y)Reference:
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