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M.A. Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East (Studienordnung 2020)

0593a_MA120

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  • Research Perspectives

    0593aC1.1

    Learning objectives:

    Students practice forms of debate in Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East by examining current research projects. The aim of the module is to prepare students to compose a draft of an independent research project, which could serve as the basis for a master’s thesis and/or dissertation for those potentially interested in an academic career. Upon completion of the module, students will have gained an overview of current research trends in the Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East as well as in-depth knowledge and a critical understanding of a representative subject area and field of research; they will be able to participate in academic discussions with colleagues. They are familiar with different phases and aspects of research in Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East, and know how to identify methodological problems as well as the broader scholarly and social relevance of Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East.

    Content:

    In this module, students attend a course offering insights into current research perspectives, for example research colloquia at one of the cooperating institutes. Students discuss methodological, content-related and practical aspects of their research projects with researchers using presentations, selected current secondary literature, or previously circulated drafts of texts.

    Modes of instruction/ Contact hours / Regular attendance required

    Elective course / 2 SWS / yes

    Module assessment

    Academic conversation (approx. 20 minutes); the module assessment is graded on a pass/fail basis only.

    Language

    English (or if applicable, Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, Syriac-Aramaic,Turkish)

    Total workload

    450 hours (15 credit points)

    duration / Frequency

    One or two semesters / Every semester Schließen

  • Internship

    0593aC1.2

    Learning objectives:

    By completing an internship, participants in the module acquire experience in the professional application of knowledge from Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East in relevant institutions, organizations and companies, e.g. in university and non-university research institutions, in documentation institutions, journalism, archives and museums, in international organizations, non-governmental organizations, in working with migrants, in tourism; in adult and continuing education, furthermore, in the mediation of intercultural problems in academic and non-academic teaching and education settings, in knowledge transfer, management, and social, political and cultural lobbying, especially in companies and organizations operating internationally or in special world regions.

    Content:

    This module introduces students to the demands and nature of applying knowledge from Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East to professional work through an internship of at least nine weeks at an institution of their choosing. It is also possible to do complete shorter internships with a total workload of at least 360 hours. Before the internship, an agreement must be drafted and signed between the student, the degree program coordinator, and the internship host, in which the rights and obligations of the parties involved during the internship are defined. An internship report serves as feedback to the degree program coordinator; the report consists of an objective description of the work done and a reflection on the transfer of the student’s knowledge acquired through research to practical contexts.

    Modes of instruction/ Contact hours / Regular attendance required

    Internship / 9 weeks / yes

    Module assessment

    Internship report (approx. 5 pages); the module assessment is graded on a pass/fail basis only.

    Language

    English (or if applicable, Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, Syriac-Aramaic,Turkish)

    Total workload

    450 hours (15 credit points)

    duration / Frequency

    One or two semesters / Every semester Schließen
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