HYTKJAT Postgraduate Studies (40+ cr)

Study level:
Postgraduate studies
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020
Selectable as minor:
No

Description

Doctoral studies (40 ECTS credits) include the following modules:

1) Discipline-Specific Studies 20 ECTS credits, which consists of the following study units:

  • HYTJ1000 Doctoral Seminar 10 ECTS credits
  • Studies in the Discipline 5 ECTS credits
  • Research Method Studies 5 ECTS credits

2) Researcher Skills Studies 5 ECTS credits, which consists of the following study units:

  • Research Ethics Studies 2 ECTS credits
  • Open Science Studies 1 ECTS credit
  • Academic Writing Studies 2 ECTS credits

3) Optional Studies 15 ECTS credits

Learning outcomes

After completing a doctoral degree in the fields of humanities or social sciences, students

  • master research skills
  • are familiar with the central research and academic discourse relevant to their own research topic
  • demonstrate command of their field of research, including its development as well as theoretical and methodological starting points
  • are able to produce new, research-based scientific knowledge
  • understand the multidimensional character of scientific knowledge and recognise the global responsibility of research activities
  • are able to evaluate ethical questions at the various phases of the research process and work ethically and according to the responsible conduct of research
  • have acquired abilities to manage research projects
  • master academic communication as well as interaction and networking skills in different operating environments
  • are able to evaluate and promote the societal impact of research activities
  • have developed a readiness to work in demanding expert tasks and engage in international cooperation

Structure

Select all (40+ cr)

  • Discipline Specific Studies

    Select all (20+ cr)

    • Doctoral seminar

      Select min. 10 cr
      • Any course unit

    • Other Discipline Specific Studies

      Select min. 10 cr
      • Any course unit

  • Transferable Skills Studies

    Select min. 2 pcs. (20+ cr)

    • Compulsory Studies

      Select all (10+ cr)
      • Research ethics studies
        Select min. 5 cr
        • Any course unit
      • Communication Skills Studies
        Select min. 5 cr
        • Any course unit

    • Other Transferable Skills Studies

      Select min. 10 cr
      • Any course unit