Course TR3010

Theory and Research Methods

15 Credits
Second Cycle
To Syllabus

Main field of study: Human Geography, Tourism Studies

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Learning outcomes for the course

Knowledge and understanding
After completing the course, the student shall be able to:
  • Demonstrate specialised methodological knowledge in the field of Tourism Studies (1)

Skills and abilities
After completing the course, the student shall be able to:
  • Demonstrate analytical capabilities using various methods and techniques (2)
  • Report and discuss, both orally and in writing, existing knowledge within tourism studies and by doing so formulate research problems and identify possible research gaps (3)
  • Independently prepare and present, both orally and in writing, a research proposal within a predetermined time frame (4)
  • Select and justify appropriate methods for specific research problems (5)

Judgement and attitudes
After completing the course, the student shall be able to:
  • Demonstrate insight into the possibilities and limitations within academic research, its role in society and the individual responsibility for its use (6)
  • Demonstrate awareness of ethical aspects of research and development work (7)