Research Design 1600-SZD-N-PBN-BPA
1. What is research design?
2. Types of Research and Research Questions
3. Research context and contribution to the literature
4. From Theoretical Frameworks to Methods: Planning the Research Process
This set of topics will be updated each year to meet the needs of each new cohort of doctoral students.
Course coordinators
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Type of course
Learning outcomes
Knowledge: Knows and understands:
WG_3 - methodology of scientific research
Skills: Can:
UW_1 – use knowledge of various scientific or artistic disciplines to creatively identify, formulate and innovatively solve complex problems or perform research tasks, and specifically: define the purpose and subject of research and formulate a research hypothesis, develop and creatively use research methods, techniques and tools, draw conclusions from research results
Social competences: Is ready to:
KK_3 - recognise the importance of science in solving cognitive and practical problems
Assessment criteria
The requirements for passing the course are:
1. Attendance
2. Presentation of a research project in accordance with instructors' guidelines
3. Completion of all homework assignments.
With regard to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in the preparation of homework/research project,, the principles set out in Resolution No. 98 of the University Council for Education at the University of Warsaw of December 8, 2023, regarding guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence tools in the educational process, and in Resolution No. 29/2025 (Resolution 11/2025) of the Academic Council of the Faculty of Political Science of May 7, 2025, regarding detailed rules for the use of artificial intelligence tools in the educational process, apply. The doctoral student confirms the scope of use of AI tools by submitting a declaration in accordance with the applicable template.
Bibliography
Mullaney, T. S., & Rea, C. (2022). Where Research Begins: Choosing a Research Project That Matters to You (and the World). University of Chicago Press.
Dixon, J. C., Singleton, R., & Straits, B. C. (2016). The Process of Social Research. Oxford University Press.
Toshkov, D. (2016). Research Design in Political Science. Palgrave Macmillan