Political Scientist Research Workshop
2751-IP-S2-1-PSRW
Complete description of the subject:
It is necessary to acquire the ability to correctly formulate the boundaries of the research field and define the objectives of the research. After a critical analysis of the literature on the subject, it is possible to move on to the precise formulation of theoretically grounded research problems, and next: hypothesis. Then, it is necessary to precisely define the choice and method of selecting primary and possibly secondary sources. The penultimate stage is the selection of research methods and techniques. The final stage of the research project is to construct an adequate research tool.
Total student workload
90-150 h
include:
30 h lab
50-120 preparation of research project (step by step)
up to 10 hours: consultations during office hours or online, e-mail correspondence
Learning outcomes - knowledge
Learning outcomes - knowledge
Has subject and methodological knowledge in the field of social sciences.
He/She knows the research methodology in the field of social science especially political science and can conducts research under the supervision of an academic supervisor.
Understand the basic concepts of the protection of intellectual property in the context of ethical proceedings.
Learning outcomes - skills
Learning outcomes – skills
Correctly applies the known terminology of the research method within the scope of scientific disciplines, in the framework of which research is carried out on political science.
It formulates its own theses and its justifications, as well as assesses the views of others, and discusses these in English. Can
analyzes and interprets facets and statistical data. Can resolve research problems.
Learning outcomes - social competencies
Learning outcomes – social competences
She/He is ready to obtain knowledge, information and data necessary in the process of solving practical and theoretical problems in the field of political sciences.
Critically assess own knowledge and its ability to diagnose own shortcomings.
He/She recognizes and formulates moral problems and dilemmas related to his own and his own work and conduct.
Teaching methods
Teaching methods: case study
Expository teaching methods
- problem-based lecture
Exploratory teaching methods
- case study
Online teaching methods
- exchange and discussion methods
- methods developing reflexive thinking
Prerequisites
Prerequisites: Introduction into political theory or
the ability to use the language of political (ev. social) sciences.
Course coordinators
Assessment criteria
Assessment methods & criteria:
The quality of research project.
Additional information
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