Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)

Course Description Status: Approved

Course Description Version: 25/26.P.2.00

Description Period: 2025./26 academic year pavasara semestris

Study Course Accepted: -

Study Course Description

Civic Engagement and Extracurricular Activities

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
SZF_217
Branch of Science
Other social sciences
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Business Management; Communication Science; Information and Communication Science; Law; Marketing and Advertising; Political Science
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Lāsma Šķestere
Structure Unit Manager
Ieva Puzo
Structural Unit
Faculty of Social Sciences
Contacts

Kuldigas Street 9C, Riga

About Study Course

Objective

The aim of the course is to promote the involvement of the student in extracurricular activities, which contribute to the academic performance of personal growth, civic participation and strengthening the image of Rīga Stradiņš University at national and international level. The course offers the opportunity to obtain ECTS credit points for activities that reflect the student’s active participation in public processes, representing RSU interests.

Preliminary Knowledge

Optional.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.• Understanding and representation of the corporate identity of the institution of higher education • Knowledge of effective communication across lecture theatres • Knowledge of the importance of civic participation • Understanding international cooperation

Skills

1.• Presentation and public speaking skills • Teamwork and collaboration skills • Time planning and organisational skills • Communication skills in different social and professional environments • Problem-solving and decision-making skills • Skills behind project management and implementation

Competences

1.• Understanding civil rights and obligations • Civic engagement and capacity in the local community • Community engagement at local and national level • Cooperation at local and international level • Engaging in international activities • Communication and publicity • Digital content creation

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Report on progress
-
Test

Possible activities:

  • Representation of RSU in conferences and competitions of national and international significance;
  • Participation in events organised by RSU (for example, “Skola”, Atvērto durvju dienā, festivālā “Lampa”, Karjeras dienās, organisation of RSU scientific conferences, etc.);
  • Participation in guest lectures organised by RSU;
  • Other measures and initiatives that promote RSU publicity and are co-ordinated with the programme manager.

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Final test
-
10 points

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Student as university messenger: civic participation and RSU image-making

  1. Test

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Student as university messenger: civic participation and RSU image-making
Public activity as a growth resource: personal development through engagement
University in society: representation and social responsibility of RSU
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
2 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Oral)
PART-TIME
Part 1

  1. Test

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Student as university messenger: civic participation and RSU image-making
Public activity as a growth resource: personal development through engagement
University in society: representation and social responsibility of RSU
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Oral)

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Jacoby, B. (2009). Civic Engagement in Higher Education: Concepts and Practices. Jossey-Bass. (akcpetējams avots)Suitable for English stream

2.

Dache, A., Quaye, S. J., Linder, C., & McGuire, K. M. (2019). Rise up!: Activism as education (Perspectives on Access, Equity, and Diversifying Pathways in P-20 Education). Michigan State University Press.Suitable for English stream

3.

McCartney, A. R. M., Bennion, E. A., & Simpson, D. (Eds.). (2013). Teaching civic engagement: From student to active citizen. American Political Science Association. (akcpetējams avots)Suitable for English stream

Additional Reading

1.

Hogan, J. M., Andrews, P. H., Andrews, J. R., & Williams, G. (2016). Public speaking and civic engagement (4th ed., Books à la Carte ed.). Pearson.Suitable for English stream