Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand, thoroughly and critically, the basic theoretical frameworks on social transitions and innovations.
• Analyse social, political and economic change.
• Analyse a situation by critically selecting the appropriate theoretical frameworks.
• Understand the epistemological postures and the methodological tools human sciences related to issues of social transitions and innovations.
• Understand the epistemological frameworks in human and social sciences in order to change thought patterns.
• Articulate reflection, research and action in order to design and carry out an innovative research project.
• Understand the different steps and methods necessary to conduct scientific research on issues regarding social transitions and innovations.
• Intervene appropriately in concrete problems regarding transition, among other things, by developing answers and action plans from the creativity of local actors.
• Critically evaluate the scope, potential impacts and limitations of actions implemented in contexts of social transitions and innovations.
• Take a critical and ethical approach regarding the challenges of societal transitions of the 21st century and raise awareness among society and within politics.
• Communicate (verbally and in writing) with the different audiences concerned by issues of societal transitions.

Learning Outcomes of UE

At the end of the course, students will be able to master an issue of current political and social interest.
 

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

written research work on an issue of current political and social interest - oral presentation of the written research work.  
 

Prior Experience

Not applicable