Conducted in
terms:
2022/23Z, 2023/24Z
ISCED code: 0312
ECTS credits:
6
Language:
English
Organized by:
Faculty of Political and Security Sciences
Master’s diploma seminar 2751-IP-S2-2-MSz
MA seminar is concentrated on the selection of problems that the student will pursue in their MA study based on literature review, methodology adjusted to these problems; the student will formulate research questions and hypotheses that will organise their study.
Total student workload
Classes requiring direct participation of the teacher: 60 hours
Self-study hours: 120
- reading texts and research : 60 hours
- writing MA thesis: 60 hours
Total number: 180 hours (six ECTS)
Learning outcomes - knowledge
The student has in-depth, systematized specific knowledge on the issues that are related to the topic of their MA thesis.
The student has in-depth knowledge of terminology and methodology related to the topic of their MA thesis.
Learning outcomes - skills
The student is able to search for and analyse reliable information using a variety of academica sources.
The student is able to formulate research problems related to the topic of their MA thesis.
The student is able to develop their research skills.
Learning outcomes - social competencies
The student is able to critically assess their knowledge and sources of information used in their MA research.
Teaching methods
Seminar
Exploratory teaching methods
- seminar
Prerequisites
At least intermediate knowledge of English; general knowledge of global politics after 1989.
Course coordinators
Term 2022/23Z: | Term 2023/24Z: |
Assessment criteria
Active participation in classes (20%)
Presentation of MA thesis (80%0
Bibliography
U. Eco, How to Write a Thesis, numerous editions
C. Riessman, Narrative Methods for the Human Sciences, London 2008,
D. Silverman, Doing qualitative research: A practical handbook, Thousand Oaks
2000.
Additional information
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