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Module 1: Reflection on Methods (2 ECTS-Credits, 2 h)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: The students are put in the position to reflect on research methods, to compare them with each other and with the methods of other sciences as well as to assess the advantages and disadvantages of different methodologies. Strengthening method awareness and method competences in relation to the dissertation; creating the methodological basis for interdisciplinary research; specialized knowledge of different
positions in the theory of science.
Module 2: Generic Skills (10 ECTS-Credits)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: After successful completion of this module, students command advanced theoretical and practical qualifications which help them succeed in their future careers.
Courses, as defined in the dissertation agreement, equal to 10 ECTS-credits have to be completed. One course must be chosen from the field of "Equality and Gender". Additionally, courses are offered which develop didactic skills and competences for subsequent knowledge transfer, which enhance occupational qualifications, and
which are necessary for working and reflecting on the dissertation. Suitable options are marked in the course catalog.
Module 3: Interdisciplinary Forum for PhD Candidates (4 ECTS-Credits, 2 h)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students are capable of presenting research projects and results and are acquainted with the issues of interdisciplinary questions.
Module 4: Reflection on Research (5 ECTS-Credits)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Competence in planning research projects including a written presentation; reflected knowledge, and a prospectus of the student's dissertation.
In the first year of the doctoral programme, a comprehensive description of the planned dissertation has to be compiled. This includes the central question, methods, objectives, literature, and time schedule of the project.
Module 5: Active Participation in Scientific Discourse (10 ECTS-Credits)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students present their research results in national and international forums; they acquire basic skills in research management and in applying for research funds; they analyze and critically assess their own research results and those of others; creation of a culture committed to research ethics and rejecting plagiarism; students are aware of their own strengths and weaknesses.
Presentation of the student's own research results in guest lectures and/or at conferences and/or through progress reports and/or at workshops and/or through competitions, and/or through articles in journals.
Module 6: Traineeship in Academic Scholarship and Research (10 ECTS-Credits)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: successful completion of Mandatory Module 4 (Research Reflection)
Learning Outcome: Students acquire the occupational skills relevant for pursuing an independent scientific career.
In coordination with the main dissertation supervisor, students complete a one semester science and research trainee programme adapted to the subject focus of their
dissertation. This programme includes special assignments in different areas of university careers. The science and research trainee programme includes the student's active participation in ongoing departmental as well as national and international research projects.
Module 7: Culture and Society (2 ECTS-Credits, 2 h)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students know different theories of cultural studies and art, both in terms of their own discipline and with regard to interdisciplinary research.
Module 8: The Humanities and Society (2 ECTS-Credits, 2 h)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Knowledge of the position of the humanities in society; ability to contribute to the further development of society and to critically question its different manifestations.
Module 9: Seminars for PhD Candidates in History (6 ECTS-Credits, 4 h)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students acquire skills in designing, applying, and adapting research processes along the scientific requirements of the discipline. They make a contribution to the state of knowledge of their core area and broaden their experience in scientific analysis.
Module 10: Doctoral Thesis Defense (5 ECTS-Credits)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: positive completion of all other modules and positive evaluation of the dissertation
Learning Outcome: Presentation, reflection on and analysis of the dissertation results in the overall context of the doctoral programme; the focus is on summarizing and explaining results of the research project, on presenting the increase in knowledge for the discipline and its relevance for society, on demonstrating evaluation and methodical competences, as well as on presenting the results.
Final oral dissertation defense taken before an examination board.Notes:
- There may still be changes in the courses offered as well as room allocation and course dates.
- The course descriptions found in the English version of the course catalogue are for informational purposes only. Authoritative information can be found in the "Vorlesungsverzeichnis" (German version of the course catalogue).