This syllabus is valid: 2002-10-07
and until further notice
Course code: 2SV029
Credit points: 15
Education level: Basic level
Main Field of Study and progress level:
Political Science: first cycle, has at least 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements, contains degree project for Bachelor
Grading scale: VG Pass with distinction, G Pass, U Fail
Responsible department: Department of Political Science
Contents
The aim of the course is to give students the opportunity to develop their analytical writing skills by producing a longer research paper. Students choose a research topic based on their own interests and can therefore use the minor thesis to help them develop their individual political science profile.
Expected learning outcomes
-formulate and analyze a scientific problem in Political Science
-write a scientific thesis, defend this thesis in a seminar and critically examine the work of other students
-be able to present the thesis within a given timeframe
Required Knowledge
Basic eligibility and 20 ECTS in Political Science or equivalent
Form of instruction
Students complete a thesis comprising 30-35 pages. Students choose topics in consultation with the course instructor and their adviser. Students are assigned individual advisors who can offer advise in matters concerning theory, research design and empirical material. The thesis is discussed in an open seminar at the end of the term. All students are required to participate in the seminars and to take the leading role as a discussant during one of them.
Examination modes
Students are awarded grades on the basis of their performance on written work.
Literature
The literature list is not available through the web.
Please contact the faculty.
