Learning outcomes (2023–2026)

Degree/title obtained

Candidates who complete the programme are awarded a degree of Philosophiae Doctor (PhD).

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

The candidate

• is in the forefront of knowledge within his/her field of study in research on digitalisation and society, and related scientific theories and methods

• can assess the appropriateness and utilisation of different methods and processes in research and innovation relevant to their field of study within education, health, computing and/or work

• can contribute to the development of new knowledge, theories and methods within digitalisation and society

Skills

The candidate

• can develop and formulate research questions and is able to design and conduct research that explores critical issues relevant to digitalisation and society

• can conduct research at an advanced international level that extends and redefines knowledge about digitalisation and society

• can handle complex academic issues and identify knowledge gaps within their field of study in education, health, computing and/or work

• can challenge established theories and approaches in digitalisation and society

 

General competence

The candidate

• can identify and discuss relevant ethical issues and conduct research with high academic and professional integrity

• can manage complex interdisciplinary research tasks and projects concerning the interplay between digitalisation and society

• can convey and disseminate research results and innovation activities through national and international fora

• can participate in national and international academic and public discussions and debates within their field of study in education, health, computing and/or work

• can identify, initiate and pursue development processes related to their research