International Relations and Political Science Analysis - Approaches and Current Issues (DN_200)
About Study Course
Objective
To provide an insight into the latest research approaches by ensuring the academic connection of doctoral students with the sub-branch of political science, as well as to contribute to the doctoral students' understanding of current issues in accordance with the individual topics of the doctoral thesis.
Prerequisites
Successfully passed requirements of the "Social Sciences" Doctoral Study program study semesters 1 through 3.
Learning outcomes
Doctoral students will be able to analyze the development trends of political science theories in depth, as well as analyse and evaluate topical issues in Latvian and international politics by applying contemporary research methods.
The doctoral student will be able to apply the acquired knowledge to the analysis of Latvian and international politics, incl. when writing a doctoral thesis, thus contributing to the widening of the knowledge frontier.
The doctoral student will be able to communicate the results of research both orally and in writing, adapting the information to different audiences.
Independently search, select, analyze, evaluate, pass on information related to political theories and processes in the course of research and teaching, as well as to lead scientific projects.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences (sub-programme Political Science), DSZpzeng | 3 | Doctoral | Limited choice |
