Learning effects matrix for ISSC

Symbol of learning outcomes for the study programme

Learning outcomes  

Relation to the second cycle characteristics of the PQF  

Knowledge: the graduate 

K_W01

Understands the cultural and social processes taking place in the Mediterranean countries (and other regions of European borderlands, including Central and 

Eastern Europe as well as the Balkans), and their relevance for the entire continent.

P7S_WG

K_W02

Understands the relationships between the various dimensions of social change (especially with regard to various aspects of mobility and "crises") and knows the approaches to this process related to many scientific fields and disciplines. 

P7S_WG

K_W03

Understands the historical and cultural ties between the countries and peoples of the northern Mediterranean coast and the rest of Europe. 

P7S_WG

K_W04

Knows the terminology of social sciences and understands their role in culture; understands the interdependencies between different social disciplines, as well as their relationship with cultural research. 

P7S_WG

K_W05

Knows the terminology of the humanities and understands their role in culture; understands the relationships between individual disciplines that relate to the study of culture and other disciplines in the field of humanities

P7S_WG

K_W06

Understands the value of an interdisciplinary approach to the analysis and interpretation of social changes in the modern world (especially in the Mediterranean countries and in Central and Eastern Europe).

P7S_WK

K_W07

Knows the advanced methods of analysis and interpretation of cultural texts.

P7S_WK

K_W08

Knows the advanced new methods of analysis and interpretation used in social research. 

P7S_WK

K_W09

Knows the most important methods of interdisciplinary research. 

P7S_WK

K_W10

Has a structured, advanced, detailed knowledge of the culture and language of a selected Mediterranean region (Italian or Spanish), leading to specialization, and recognizes historical and contemporary relationships and interactions within Mediterranean cultures. 

P7S_WG P7S_WK 

K_W11

Understands cultural texts written in a foreign language (Italian or Spanish), including scientific papers; is able to write analytical texts in a foreign language on his/her own. 

P7S_WG

Abilities: the graduate is able to 

K_U01

Is able to select and make a critical assessment of information coming from various scientific, popular science, journalistic and other sources. 

P7S_UW

K_U02

Is able to use basic numerical methods in order to organize, interpret and present data, especially in the context of social research; is aware of the existence of innovative data sources, including the so-called big data, is able to find and use the necessary data for scientific work. 

P7S_UW

K_U03

Is able to independently conceptualize research problems, selects the appropriate sources, conducts their critical analysis and evaluation according to previously established criteria, can adapt the methodology accordingly to research theme, draw conclusions with the awareness of various points of view. 

P7S_UW

K_U04

Is able to interpret social processes in an advanced and interdisciplinary way, especially the changes taking place in them. 

P7S_UW

K_U05

Is able to prepare an oral or written presentation taking into account the needs of recipients, in particular with the use of a range of digital tools; can present arguments to support her/his beliefs and knowledge in a logical and convincing manner. 

P7S_UK

K_U06

Is able to present the results of individual and team academic work in an appropriate form: in the form of a structured and argued statement, both in the form of a written study and an oral presentation (conference talk or voice in a discussion). At the same time, adhere to all ethical principles, including those related to copyrights. 

Knows the rules of using data sources, including digital sources.

P7S_UK

K_U07

Is able to prepare written works taking into account the requirements for academic work. 

P7S_UK

K_U08

Is able to prepare written works of a popular science and other, addressing to a wide audience (journalistic, popular science) and with functional characteristics (design applications) 

P7S_UK

K_U09

Is able to use the selected foreign language (Spanish or Italian) at B2+ level, also in an academic context 

P7S_UK

K_U10

Is able to plan and implement the process of her/his own development and learning as well as to direct the learning process of others through planning team work. 

P7S_UO 

P7S_KO

K_U11

Is able to plan and organize group work (defining goals, stages, roles, selection of methods). Is able to take part in teamwork in various roles. 

P7S_UO P7S_KO

Social competences: the graduate is ready to

K_K01

Is ready to undertake lifelong learning. 

P7S_KK

K_K02

Is ready to take up teamwork - also in a research team. 

P7S_KO

K_K03

Is ready to learn about new research methods. 

P7S_KK

K_K04

Is ready to accept the competence to choose the most appropriate means to perform the indicated tasks. 

P7S_KO

K_K05

Is ready to show respect for partners in the discussion and uses substantive arguments; understands the principles of tolerance and cultural differences. 

P7S_KR

K_K06

Knows the academic ethos and uses it to develop his own scientific achievements. 

P7S_KR