CNSJ1300 Research competence (10–13 cr)

The studies typically consist of the obligatory studies of research ethics ( 3 ECTS), theory of science/philosophy of science ( 3 ECTS), and open science (1 ECTS) (e,g, LIBJ1011 Open Science Resource) as well as courses on qualitative, quantitative methods and/or mixed methods. Studies planned by the student her/himself and approved by the supervisor can be included.

Method of study:

Courses (e.g. by Methodology Centre for Human Sciences/ IHME and CIBR), independent studying (essays, learning diaries, assignments), seminars, scientific journals, conference presentations and posters, scientific expert tasks, project work and supervision.

Competence aims:

● familiarity with methodology and the basic research methods used in educational science, psychology, and combining the data from these fields with cognitive neuroscience, have the ability to use some specific qualitative, quantitative, and in the doctoral programme historic or theoretical methods

● know the ethical guidelines of good scientific practice and be able to recognise and analyse ethical issues in different phases and areas of research (obligatory content, 3ECTS)

● understand the general premises of scientific theory (obligatory content, 3ECTS)

● understand the specific nature and development of educational science, psychology or cognitive neuroscience

● skills needed in running a research project; scientific publication

● open science (obligatory content, 1 ECTS)