Description
The main aim of the thesis lab is to provide students with an opportunity to present their thesis proposals and receive feedback by their peers and the course instructor. Specific topics to be addressed include: topic relevance, theoretical framework chosen, methodology and data collection issues, ways of analysis and evaluation of results. A satisfactory thesis research proposal is expected from all students as the final result of the course.
Methods of Instruction
Presentation of (draft) thesis proposals by students, small group discussions and individual meetings.
Study material
Student thesis proposals (made available on the course webpage).
Examination
(Draft) thesis proposal; presentation of the thesis proposal in class; class participation.
Schedule
Pieter de la Courtbuilding, Leiden:
Monday 31 October till 19 December, 15.00-17.00 hrs. in 1A24 (except 31 Oct 5B02)