Research Methods in Risk Sciences
2
2024-2025
02034682
Risk Sciences
Portuguese
Face-to-face
SEMESTRIAL
4.5
Compulsory
2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado
Recommended Prerequisites
Basic knowledge in natural and exact sciences, social sciences or professional experience in risk science. Knowledge and ability to read in English.
Teaching Methods
Theoretical and theoretical-practical classes.
Theoretical presentations with collective discussion of the main topics.
Conference attendance by invited speakers.
Observation works with information gathering in the field, realized with tutorial support.
Presentation of the work and group discussion.
Learning Outcomes
To provide students with the general theoretical and methodological tools for the development of their research work (master's thesis).
Students should be able to formulate working hypotheses, collect and process diversified information and present research findings.
Work Placement(s)
NoSyllabus
Formulation of hypotheses and investigative objectives.
Collection and bibliographic selection.
Investigative methodologies.
Collection and statistical and cartographic data treatment.
Results analysis.
Formulation of conclusions.
Presentation and dissemination of scientific results.
Head Lecturer(s)
Luca António Dimuccio
Assessment Methods
Assessment
Report of a seminar or field trip: 10.0%
Laboratory work or Field work: 20.0%
Resolution Problems: 30.0%
Synthesis work: 40.0%
Bibliography
(1) Aven, T. and Renn, O. (2010). Risk management and governance. Concepts, guidelines and applications. Berlin, Verlag.
(2) Cartwright, W.; Peterson, M. and Gartner, G. (2007). Multimedia cartography. Cartwright, Peterson, Gartner 2nd ed. Berlin: Springer.
(3) Handmer, J. and Dovers, S. (2008). Handbook of disaster & emergency policies & institutions. London: EarthScan.
(4) Pereira, A. and Poupa, C. (2004). Como escrever uma tese, monografia ou livro científico. 3ª edição. Edições Sílabo.
(5) Pestana, M. H. and Gageiro, J. (2008). Análise de dados para as ciências sociais : a complementaridade do SPSS. 5ª ed. Lisboa: Edições Sílabo.