Sociology of Social Intervention (S2-PRK-SIS)

Knowledge: the graduate knows and understands
K_W01 knows and understands concepts in the fields of the sociology of the state and public affairs, and social interventions.

K_W02 is aware of theoretical and methodological debates concerning the planning and implementation of intentional social change in contemporary states, as well as decision-making regarding approaches to addressing social issues and problems.

K_W03 has in-depth knowledge of the structure of public administration, market institutions and civil society institutions, as well as the relationships between them.

K_W04 has in-depth knowledge of selected methods and techniques for researching and analysing social interventions, including their limitations, specific characteristics and areas of application.

K_W05 understands the importance of a reflective and critical approach to the findings of social research, analyses and research procedures in the field of intentional social change.

K_W06 knows how to design and conduct complex quantitative and qualitative empirical research; understands the implications of methodological choices for the planning and evaluation of the effects of social interventions.

K_W07 has in-depth knowledge of the most important international and national studies on social change and social interventions.

K_W08 has in-depth knowledge of entrepreneurship, the functioning of various types of organisations, and the management of social change within organisations.

K_W09 has in-depth knowledge of processes taking place in the public sphere as a result of social interventions in Polish society and globally, as well as their consequences for social attitudes and institutions.

K_W10 understands the methodological assumptions underlying selected methods of collecting and analysing qualitative and quantitative data, including existing digital data.

K_W11 has in-depth knowledge of communication mechanisms in the public sphere and in the context of planning, implementing and evaluating social interventions.

K_W12 is able to comply with the principles arising from relevant legal regulations concerning the protection of intellectual property.
Skills: the graduate is able to
K_U01 identify the causes of social interventions and anticipate their potential effects.

K_U02 critically select information and materials necessary for formulating public policy recommendations, drawing on various sources (in their native language and foreign languages) and using modern technologies.

K_U03 formulate critical judgements on currently implemented and past public policies and their social consequences.

K_U04 use theoretical concepts and research methods to describe and analyse social changes associated with various public policies.

K_U05 design and conduct social research for the purposes of planning, implementing and evaluating intentional social change, using advanced quantitative and qualitative sociological research methods and techniques.

K_U06 analyse qualitative and quantitative data, including large datasets of digital administrative records.

K_U07 use computer software for data analysis, making use of its advanced features for the purposes of planning, implementing and evaluating intentional social change.

K_U08 formulate an in-depth assessment of activities undertaken in the public sphere in connection with the planning, implementation and evaluation of intentional social change, drawing on their knowledge and analytical skills.

K_U09 prepare a presentation on a selected topic or research project in Polish and in a foreign language at B2+ level.
Social Competences: the graduate is prepared to
K_K01 initiate, plan, organise and manage the work of a task-oriented team using selected computer programs and applications.

K_K02 support arguments and claims with scientific evidence.

K_K03 initiate and actively participate in public activities, demonstrating an entrepreneurial approach.

K_K04 seek new methods and sources in order to expand their knowledge and improve their skills related to the management and analysis of intentional social change.

K_K05 demonstrate awareness of ethical dilemmas associated with the planning, implementation and analysis of social interventions, as well as cooperation with various actors in the public sphere.

K_K06 be prepared to engage in interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral communication (social sciences / public administration / third sector).

K_K07 be prepared to incorporate expert knowledge and critically assess the information acquired.

K_K08 be prepared to work in teams and cooperate with others, including across academic disciplines, in carrying out assigned tasks.

K_K09 adopt a reflective and critical approach to social diversity and social inequalities as subjects of social interventions.