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Abstract
In the case study research paper, students apply skills and knowledge acquired in the social sciences courses of the ISTP curriculum to address a particular societal challenge.
Objective
Students learn to apply their problem-solving and analytical skills to address a particular societal challenge.
Content
Based on what they have learned, or are learning, in the companion course and the skills and knowledge acquired in the social sciences courses of the ISTP curriculum, students identify a particular policy challenge to be addressed. Coached by the instructor of the companion course, or in exceptional cases by another ISTP professor, they develop and implement their research idea according to the ISTP guidelines to this end. The result should be a research paper of around 4’000 words (all inclusive, except appendices) that will be graded by the supervisor on a 1-6 scale based on a grading scheme for this purpose.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Semesterly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Registration & Places
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| independent project | Case Study Research Paper in Science, Technology and Policy 1 |
|
90 h semesterly |