MITRA4020 – Research and Writing Training in History I
Schedule, syllabus and examination date
Course content
Research and Writing Training in History is composed of three modules that will stretch over three semesters and will consist of a series of workshops and peer-reviewed group exercises. It is designed to help students to acquire necessary techniques in advanced bibliographical and archival research, project design, and academic writing. It will accompany and support students in all stages of the process leading towards the final thesis. During the first semester students will focus on research, the use of archives and various other resources of historical work. In the second semester the module will be about general aspects and problems related to the writing of a master thesis. During the third and last module, students engage with questions related to the development of research designs. All three modules encourage students to work with the development of their own thesis projects both individually and in a cooperative framework.
Learning outcome
After you have taken this course you are expected to:
- have profound theoretical and practical knowledge about various techniques and methods relevant for the writing of a master thesis
- be able to work on your own thesis projects both individually as well as in a cooperative setting
- apply the theoretical and practical knowledge with regard to thesis writing, research techniques and the development of research designs your own thesis projects
Admission to the course
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The course is only available to students accepted to Modern International and Transnational History (master's two years).
Recommended previous knowledge
A good ability to read and understand English is required for this course.
Teaching
Active participation in class as well as preparation for each meeting are expected. In case of absence, students need to inform the lecturer.
Student groups submit a sketch of their "mock" research project for confirmation and to qualify for the exam. The assignment is specified on the Canvas page for the course.
Examination
The course is assessed by a "mock" project description of 8-10 standard pages (2,300 characters, no spaces; bibliography and list of primary sources excluded). The assignment is specified on the Canvas page for the course.
Language of examination
The examination text is given in English, and you submit your response in English.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about the grading system.
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