This module, focused around a field class in Ireland, provides practical experience and training in designing, executing, analysing, writing-up and presenting a field research project. Belfast provides an interesting urban area where students can study a variety of political, social and cultural geographical topics. Students choose a topic to research as a short project, and develop their hands-on research experience utilising various methods to explore it. For much of the module you will work as part of a group, providing you in addition with the opportunity to develop team-working and communication skills.