Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- anticipate the changes in their own operational environment
- utilise the futures research materials produced by national and international societies in their own field of studies
- use the terminology and methods of futures research in the research and development of their own field

Implementation and methods of teaching

Recommended contact lessons, independent individual and group work.

Timing and attendance

Fall of 2022, recommended contact lessons.

Learning material and recommended literature

The Moodle learning platform & materials provided by the lecturer.

Alternative completion methods

No alternative ways of completion

Working life cooperation

Students can bring their own study subjects from their work, thesis or internship.

Exam retakes

No exams

Learning environment

The Moodle learning platform, recommended classroom workshops and lecturers. Optional group work.

Student time use and work load

A student's estimated workload is 5 x 27 hours.

Contents

This course provides students with skills to:
- Anticipate the changes in their own operational environment
- Utilize the futures professional material produced by national and international communities in their own field of studies
- Use the terminology and methods of future research.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

The student should be adequately advanced in their own field of study.

Assessment criteria

Based on one individual and one group assignment.

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

The student shows an understanding of the role of future research methods and can apply them.