3 ECTS credits
75 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 2018198BEW for working students in the 1st semester at a (B) Bachelor - advanced level.
- (meta) theoretical aspects of gerontological research;
- Specific aspects of scientific research, as applied in gerontological sciences.;
- relevant databases;
- study design and specific techniques, commonly encountered in gerontological research.
Teaching methods:
- interactive lectures with possibility for debate and discussion of documentation;
- Discussion forum via dedicated interface for this course on the online learning platform of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel
- themata which are prepared by the students and presented during interactive classes
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The student
- has knowledge and insight in each step of the research process in gerontological sciences;
- is able to discuss specific aspects encountered in the setting of gerontological research;
- has further insights necessary to organize and conduct gerontological research.
This course will contribute to the role of the Gerontologist as Scientist & Researcher, as Expert, and as Communicator
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
-Formative assessment: preparation and presentation of the themata during the classes.
-summative assessment: examination with open questions.
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Bridging Programme Master of Science in Management, Care and Policy in Gerontology: Standaard traject (only offered in Dutch)
Preparatory Programme Master of Science in Management, Care and Policy in Gerontology: Default track (only offered in Dutch)