The course first provides an overview of the various methodological approaches in empirical social research and covers the different stages of the research process. This knowledge is then applied in conducting a research project on a suitable topic.

This self-study course. is an introductory course in psychology. This course will emphasize cognitive psychology and the psychological experiment.

The course provides an overview about risk perception and acceptance of new technologies. In addition, the most important findings of the research related to decisions under uncertainty are presented.

The course provides an overview about risk perception anf acceptance of new technologies. In addition, the most important findings of the research related to decisions under uncertainty are presented.

Analysis and presentation of research papers from the involved chairs, relating to topics from human-environment systems.

The aim of this course is to convey methodological principles of social science research and thus to encourage critical reflection on social science findings. The course provides an insight into the concrete procedure and methods of guideline-based interview techniques and questionnaire research.

In this course, interdisciplinary student teams work with societal partners to understand and address a real-world problem. Students design and implement a transdisciplinary, solution-oriented research project and communicate their findings to academic and broader societal audiences. In 2026, the focus is on climate change adaptation in Surselva, a mountain region in the Swiss canton of Grisons.