Study Guide

Objective

The Student:
– understands the fundamentals of development work
– understands key research methodology concepts and the research process
– understands central data collection, analysis and reporting methods, and can apply them within their own field of science and profession
– can apply and assess research ethics in research and development activities
– can write and argue academically

Content

Components of the development and research process and their significance for the respective professional field
Fundamental research methodology concepts
Qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods
Research ethics principles
Academic writing and reasoning

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject
The student demonstrates a superficial connection to literature

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession