Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Research Practice
Course Code
DN_194
Branch of Science
Educational sciences; University Pedagogy
ECTS
18.00
Target Audience
Business Management; Information and Communication Science; Law; Management Science; Political Science; Social Welfare and Social Work; Sociology
LQF
Level 8
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Karina Palkova
Structure Unit Manager
Dace Bandere
Structural Unit
Department of Doctoral Studies
Contacts
Riga, 16 Dzirciema Street, dn@rsu.lv, +371 67409120
About Study Course
Objective
The goal of the research work is to produce original research within the sector, to develop skills in publishing the results of their research work in the form of theses and scientific articles cited internationally. Also, to improve transferable skills, communication and reasoning skills in presenting research results, both on a local and international scientific scale. As well as to provide the opportunity for independent work, continuously increasing qualification, participation in scientific summer schools, scientific projects in the topic related to the doctoral thesis, participation in doctoral schools, foreign experience exchange programmes, etc.c
Preliminary Knowledge
The research experience of the Master's thesis, defended research work upon completion of the Master’s degree study programme. The person has won the selection contest for doctoral studies, in which he/she presented the research idea and the project plan.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Develop the knowledge of how to evaluate the problem to be addressed, analyse the causes and find a solution. Ability to evaluate scientific data, plan scientific research.
Skills
1.Produce argumentation, justify conclusions and maintain collegial discussion; communicate and cooperate at local and international level on topical research issues in the field of the relevant science sector. The doctoral student will be able to carry out scientific research in the chosen sector, including defining the work strategy, creating the research design, selecting special literature, collecting material, choosing the appropriate theory and technique, and formulating conclusions.
Competences
1.To be able to fully operate in the field of the relevant science sector, to analyse research projects, participate in the implementation of projects, communicate professionally related to their field of research work, and integrate interdisciplinary directions for achieving results. Capable of carrying out modern, original research in the selected science sector.
Assessment
Individual work
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Participation in scientific activities integration of acquired knowledge and skills in research. The doctoral student has to submit reports on the direktor of the programme performance of research activity within the time limit specified by the direktor. Scientific research work provides for participation in summer schools, scientific projects in the topic related to the doctoral thesis, participation in doctoral schools, foreign experience exchange programmes, etc.c.
The student's contribution to the improvement of the study process is the provision of meaningful feedback on the study course by filling out its evaluation questionnaire.
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Examination
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A report on participation in scientific activities, reflecting the acquired knowledge and skills in research work / doctoral thesis (including publications)
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1. Student's ability to describe the chosen scientific activities;
2. Student's ability to reflect on the acquired knowledge and skills;
3. Student's ability to integrate the acquired knowledge and skills into his / her research.
Essay evaluation - 1 - 10 point scale.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test
Part 3
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 4
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test
Part 5
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 6
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Martinsone, K., Pipere, A. (ed.). Zinātniskā rakstīšana un pētījumu rezultātu izplatīšana. Rīga: RSU, 2019.
2.
Mārtinsone, K., Pipere, A. (ed.). Zinātniskās darbības metodoloģija: starpdisciplināra perspektīva. Rīga: RSU, 2021.
3.
Foss, S., Waters, W. Destination dissertation: a traveler's guide to a done dissertation. Lanam: Rowman & Littlefield, 2016.
4.
Neuen, S., Tebeaux, E. Writing Science Right: Strategies for Teaching Scientific and Technical Writing. London: Routledge, 2018.
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Ārvalstu studentiem/ For international students:
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Foss, S., Waters, W. Destination dissertation: a traveler's guide to a done dissertation. Lanam: Rowman & Littlefield, 2016.
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Neuen, S., Tebeaux, E. Writing Science Right: Strategies for Teaching Scientific and Technical Writing. London: Routledge, 2018.
Additional Reading
1.
Organizing Academic Research.
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Badiru, A., Rusnock, Ch., Valencia, V. Project Management for Research. A Guide for Graduate Students. Routledge: 2016.
3.
Finn, J. Getting A Phd An Action Plan to Help Manage Your Research, Your Supervisor and Your Project. Routledge Study Guides, 2005. (EBSCOhost Ebook Academic Collection; Ebook Central Academic Complete)
4.
Organizing Your Research Plan.
Other Information Sources
1.
Veidojot savu patstāvīgās zinātniski pētnieciskās darbības plānu, doktoranti var izmantot tīmeklī pieejamo informāciju, dažādus tālmācības / online kursu portālus (piemēram, https://www.coursera.org, openminded.lv), piedalīties Latvijas Jauno zinātnieku apvienības aktivitātēs (ljza.lv) utt.
2.
Research Data Management. Guidance and support to staff, researchers and students at the University of Southampton.