(in Polish) Zajęcia terenowe 1900-3-ZAT-GSE

Fieldwork focuses on identification and diagnosis of socio-economic geography problems. The result of the work is a report containing the results of the conducted research and a proposal for solving the discussed problem.

Fieldwork is conducted in a selected district of Warsaw or a municipality outside of Warsaw.

During the class, the student uses the knowledge, skills, and competencies acquired in other classes. Specialized training is provided in the skills of preparing a research project, conceptualizing and operationalizing it using qualitative and quantitative methods. The scope of methods will depend on the specific research topic chosen. The results of the conducted research can be presented to external institutions.

Main fields of studies for MISMaP

geography

Type of course

obligatory courses

Mode

Classroom and field classes

Prerequisites (description)

Fieldwork allows for a comprehensive understanding of real problems in the socio-economic sphere. Through these classes, the student applies the skills and competencies acquired in other subjects in a practical way and expands their knowledge.

Course coordinators

Magdalena Fuhrmann

Learning outcomes

In terms of KNOWLEDGE:
The student knows research methods and their application, can correctly choose a research method for the research topic, data availability, and research conditions; knows the principles of designing and conducting field research.

In terms of SKILLS: the student can:
- formulate research problems,
- conduct field research independently,
- enter information into databases,
- perform analytical work and prepare research reports,
- work in a team, agree on a common position, submit one's own proposals,
- present the results of the study to the group, also in the presence of representatives of external institutions.

Assessment criteria

1. Attendance at classes
2. Performing assigned tasks (evaluating tasks)
3. Preparing the final report and/or presentation of the research results.

Practical placement

Not applicable

Bibliography

The literature needed to complete the course will be presented before it begins, taking into account the subject and location of the field exercises.

Additional information

Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system:

Description of 1900-3-ZAT-GSE in USOSweb