Admission requirements
None
Description
Building on the methodology course and as preparation for the M.Sc. thesis in year two, this semester ends with a research seminar. For this course students are required to plan, execute and write an individual research paper. The research paper is presented (in groups of two students with related themes) and discussed during a three-day off-site seminar which is organised as a mini scientific conference.
Course objectives
After completing the research seminar, students should be able to:
Write a clear and concise research proposal for a research project of limited complexity, with specific emphasis on the correct methodological approach;
Plan and execute the research proposal, securing sources, doing literature research and acquiring empirical data. Analyze and interpret the results in a scientifically valid way;
Report on the research, both in writing (using adequate referencing methods) and in a presentation;
Critically assess and comment on other people’s research projects, and be able to lead a discussion about this in an ‘academic conference’ setting.
Timetable
The schedule can be found on the LIACS website
Detailed table of contents can be found in blackboard.
Mode of instruction
will follow
Assessment method
will follow
Blackboard
Reading list
See blackboard
Signing up for classes and exams
You have to sign up for classes and examinations (including resits) in uSis. Check this link for more information and activity codes.
There is a limited capacity for elective students. Please contact the programme Co-ordinator.
Contact information
Programme Co-ordinator ms. Judith Havelaar LL.M
Remarks
This course description will be updated soon