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Compulsory Module 1: Doctoral Thesis Defense (5 ECTS-Credits)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: Successful 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 study programme; the focus is on
summarizing and explaining results of the research project, on presenting
the increase in knowledge for the discipline, on demonstrating evaluation
and methodical competences as well as on presenting the results.
overall context of the doctoral study programme; the focus is on
summarizing and explaining results of the research project, on presenting
the increase in knowledge for the discipline, on demonstrating evaluation
and methodical competences as well as on presenting the results.
Compulsory Module 2: Scientific Basics/Core Skills in the Thesis Topic (10 ECTS-Credits)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Having successfully completed this module, students are able to discuss the
current state of knowledge in the area of the dissertation and can critically
reflect on and discuss issues with experts of the chosen sub discipline. On
this basis, they are able to make their own contributions to research. Likewise the students have interface knowledge at a high professional level which is needed for the implementation of the dissertation.
current state of knowledge in the area of the dissertation and can critically
reflect on and discuss issues with experts of the chosen sub discipline. On
this basis, they are able to make their own contributions to research. Likewise the students have interface knowledge at a high professional level which is needed for the implementation of the dissertation.
Compulsory Module 3: Participation in the Academic Discussion (5 ECTS-Credits)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Becoming familiar with current research findings, presenting research results in national and international forums, acquiring basic skills in international networking and in research
management and in applying for research funds; students analyse and critically assess their own research results and those of others; creation of a culture that is committed to Research ethics and rejects plagiarism.
management and in applying for research funds; students analyse and critically assess their own research results and those of others; creation of a culture that is committed to Research ethics and rejects plagiarism.
Compulsory Module 4: Interdisciplinary Seminar in the PhD Program (5 ECTS-Credits, 2 h)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students are able to actively reflect on the current state of knowledge in
the area of the dissertation and related science disciplines. They possess
didactic skills which enable them to clearly present their research results in an interdisciplinary context and explain complicated correlations in a
clearly understandable manner.
the area of the dissertation and related science disciplines. They possess
didactic skills which enable them to clearly present their research results in an interdisciplinary context and explain complicated correlations in a
clearly understandable manner.
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Compulsory Module 5: Generic Skills (5 ECTS-Credits)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: After the successful completion of this module, students have advanced
theoretical and practical knowledge, skills and competencies in selected
disciplines, as well as methods and general skills which enable them to
pursue independent scientific activities and help them succeed in their
future careers.
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disciplines, as well as methods and general skills which enable them to
pursue independent scientific activities and help them succeed in their
future careers.
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).