LTKJ1003 Research visits abroad (0–10 cr)

Contents and completion methods

Research visit according to the plan agreed with the dissertation supervisor and the host of the visit.

Assessment criteria

After completing the course, the doctoral student has focused on the following:

· Increase in knowledge and skills: The doctoral student has acquired new knowledge and skills in the specialized areas of expertise of the visited research group or institution.

· Networking: The doctoral student has established contacts and networked with experts in their field, potentially initiating future collaborations.

· Learning new methods: The doctoral student has gained practical experience with new research methods or tools not available in their own organization.

· Gaining new perspectives: The doctoral student has gained new perspectives and ideas regarding their own research topics and problems through discussions with other researchers.

· Advancement of own research: The doctoral student has received assistance and support in addressing their research challenges and possibly gained new research ideas during the visit.

· Experiencing the academic community: The doctoral student has gained experience in the academic environment and operational practices of the visited organization.