The course is designed to prepare students to write their master's thesis. Upon agreeing on a topic with a supervisor beforehand, the students will develop that topic into a concept for a master's thesis. During the seminar, students will get insights on the social scientific research process, project (self-)management, scientific work, the devlopment of adequate research questions, the structuring of a scientific thesis, and how to link theory with methodology. The students will then develop a proposal for their thesis, which they will present and defend against peer-feedback.

Upon completing the course, the students will be able to:

• conceptualize a master's thesis themselves
• manage their work flow
• link theory with methodology
• develop an adequate problem statement and research questions
• defend their concept against peer-feedback

Attendance is mandatory. Students can miss a maximum of two session due to justifiable reasons. Absenteeism beyond two sessions can be compensated by an extra exam.

The course is designed as a colloquium that will consist of three parts. In the first part, students will get (re-)introduced to scientific work and project management related to writing a master's thesis. The second part is devoted to the development of a research proposal in coordination with the course instructor and the thesis supervisor. Finally, all students will present and defend their proposal in front of all attendees.

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