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860-0101-00L 2 Credits DR D-USYS , D-BAUG , D-GESS
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Designing Public Policy Research

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Thomas Bernauer, Prof. Dr. Tobias Schmidt, Prof. Dr. Giovanni Sansavini, Prof. Dr. Bjarne Steffen, Dr. Yael Borofsky
Open to doctoral students from all departments. Permission from the lecturers is required.
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:33:17

Abstract

PhD students in public policy (or related fields) get an introduction to epistemology and an overview of different methodological approaches. The course will help them design their own (interdisciplinary) research and create meaningful and policy-relevant insights.

Objective

Students should be able to understand how (policy-relevant) knowledge can be created and what the potentials and limits of different research designs and methodologies are.

Content

After an introduction to epistemology and the philosophy of science, students will gain insights into different research approaches, including qualitative and quantitative empirical designs, computational modelling, and conceptual and analytical approaches.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
seminar Designing Public Policy Research
The dates and place will be announced by the lecturers.
  • Mon 13:15-17:00 (ML H 43)
24 h semesterly

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