Introduction to Research Projects Field of study: International Studies in Political Science and Diplomacy
Programme code: W3-S1MS21.2024

Module name: Introduction to Research Projects
Module code: W3-MS-S1-IRP
Programme code: W3-S1MS21.2024
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The main goal of the module is for students to understand the research methods used to study the reality around them. The class also aims to sharpen students' analytical skills by encouraging them to think systematically about social science methods and their relationship to religion and politics. The course also aims to prepare students to work on preparing projects in international groups.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student is aware of the responsibility for his own work, takes care of the proper selection and use of sources and respects the laws related to intellectual property protection. [IRP_K01]
 MS_1_K04 [3/5]
The student critically evaluates his competence, is aware of his knowledge level, and is prepared to acquire and expand his knowledge, considering experts' opinions. [IRP_K02]
 MS_1_K01 [4/5]
The student is able to pose questions, define research problems and design the research process independently or in a group, acting as a leader or participant in an international group. [IRP_U01]
 MS_1_U04 [3/5] MS_1_U06 [2/5] MS_1_U09 [2/5]
The student is able to critically address arguments and present their position factually, respecting the point of view of a person from a different cultural background and with different views. [IRP_U02]
 MS_1_U03 [4/5]
The student can answer how the empirical evidence was obtained, to what extent the internal and external data are valid, whether the resulting model can predict future results, and how accurate these predictions are. [IRP_U03]
 MS_1_U05 [2/5] MS_1_U06 [4/5]
The student knows how to design and conduct social research, particularly research problems, methods, techniques and tools. [IRP_W01]
 MS_1_W06 [4/5] MS_1_W07 [3/5]
The student knows and understands the various research methods used in the social sciences, which allows the student to create a practical research project. [IRP_W02]
 MS_1_W06 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
practical classes [W3-MS-S1-IRP_C] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work IRP_K01 IRP_K02 IRP_U01 IRP_U02 IRP_U03 IRP_W01 IRP_W02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
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