German 4: Research Project (GERM40002)

HonoursPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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The subject enables students to complete a 5000-word research project in German or English on a topic to be approved by their supervisor and by the subject co-ordinator. The subject's aim is to train students in carrying out a substantial piece of work in preparation for the Honours, MA and PhD theses. The areas of research may be connected with the subjects offered this year, or in another area connected with the research interests of staff. On completion of the project, students should have extended and deepened their knowledge of the chosen topic, sharpened their critical faculties in relation to source material and secondary literature, and acquired substantial skills in planning and executing a research program on a specific topic.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should:



  • have extended and deepened their knowledge of the chosen topic;
  • have sharpened their critical faculties in relation to source material and secondary literature;
  • have acquired substantial skills in planning and executing a research program on a specific topic;
  • obtained valuable experience with a view to subsequent research projects such as an MA and PhD thesis.

Generic skills

At the completion of this subject, students should:

  • have acquired research skills: through frequent and systematic use of the library and other information sources, the definition of areas of inquiry and familiarisation with research methods;
  • have developed written communication skills: through essay and assignment preparation and writing;
  • have an understanding of social, political, historical and cultural contexts and international awareness/openness to the world: through the contextualisation of judgements and knowledge, developing a critical self-awareness, being open to new ideas and new aspects of German and Swedish culture and society, and by formulating arguments;
  • have developed critical thinking and analytical skills: through required and recommended reading and essay writing, and by assessing the strength of arguments.

Last updated: 3 November 2022