Coasting along Sussex views aspects of the geography and history of the county shoreline; shingle and saltmarsh, cliffs and sand dunes, but also ports, resorts and sleepy hollows. Working from west to east we study the geology that forms the coastline and how that coastline has changed over time. The coast is a workplace for many, historically as fishermen, boatbuilders and port workers, but it also is the location for world famous leisure resorts and has a large urban population that has little to do with the sea. We look at a variety of aspects, old and new, to understand better the Sussex coast.
Course aim
Coasting along Sussex views aspects of the geography and history of the county shoreline; shingle and saltmarsh, cliffs and sand dunes, but also ports, resorts and sleepy hollows.
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
- This course is for beginners
- This course is for improvers
- This course is for beginners and improvers
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- Identify the main physical areas of the coast.
- Identify the natural processes that have shaped the coast.
- Be aware of change over time of the physical and human landscapes.
- Be aware of the impact of resort development along the coast.
- Students will be able to compare and contrast their 'own' coast with other areas, home or away.
What else do I need to know?
Students should bring their own experiences of the Sussex coast, either as residents or visitors, and be prepared to discuss that in the class.
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