The course consists of the assignment to design and accomplish a small research project in the field of legal science. During the course, the participants shall use existing theories and previous research as starting points for the current topic. The choice and design of research method will be considered in some introductory seminars, and shall be justified by the participants. The investigation and the results shall be presented in a written essay or article of such quality that it is publishable in renowned scientific journals in the current field.
F1F5416 Applied Research Methodology in Legal Science 7.5 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Autumn 2022
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Course syllabus F1F5416 (Spring 2014–)Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The comprehensive aim of the course is to provide advanced practical knowledge about the application of reasearch methods in the field of legal science.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Initiated post graduate studies in the disciplines of real estate planning, land law or real estate economics.
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
The literature consists, inter alia, of a textbook on research methodology in legal science. The textbook is decided and announced at least four weeks before course start.
As part of the course requirements, the participants shall also search relevant literature (articles, reports and books).
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Requirements for final grade: Approved essay/article
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.