- Students learn how to choose their research topic, frameworks and questions.

- Students are able to define relevant methods to his/her theme.
- Students know where to find research material and how to use it.

- Students have a sound understanding of the criteria for scientific research.

- Students are of aware of methodical approaches relevant in peace and conflict studies.

16.3. Marko Lehti: Introduction to research methods in peace and conflict research

23.3. Teemu Palosaari: Foreign Policy Analysis

30.3. Bruno Lefort:  Interviews and ethnographic approach

13.4. (13-16) Benedikt Schoenborm: Archival sources and methods in historical research

20.4.  Samu Pehkonen: Studies of talk and interaction

27.4. Tarja Väyrynen: Using documentary films in the study of peace and conflict

4.5. Tiina Vaittinen: Researching Global Political Economy

11.5. Intensive day

In addition to the regular meetings during 16.3.-4.5. there will be one full intensive day in May.