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Fundamentals of Academic Research and Writing (Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D students)

Fundamentals of Academic Research is a foundational course designed to equip students with essential skills for conducting rigorous and effective research in an academic setting. Covering key topics such as research design, literature review, data collection, and analysis, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and methodologies that underpin successful academic inquiry. Through a combination of theoretical insights and practical exercises, students will develop the critical skills necessary to navigate the complexities of academic research and produce high-quality scholarly work

Location

At student's location: Around Vienna, Austria

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Age:
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
90 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Arabic

About Me

Embarking on your academic paper or thesis journey? As a seasoned academic, I am here to provide personalised guidance. Let's navigate the intricacies together, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience in crafting your research paper!

As a postdoctoral researcher in political science, I bring a wealth of experience to the field. My expertise extends to teaching and supervising in International Relations, contributing to the academic landscape with a focus on fostering knowledge and critical thinking in this dynamic discipline

Education

Sep 2023 – ongoing | Max Weber Postdoctoral Fellowship
European University Institute, Florence

Sep 2016 – Jul 2021 | Doctorate in International Relations
University of Kent, Canterbury, UK

Sep 2012 – Feb 2014 | Master’s Degree in Global Affairs
Bahçeşehir University, Istanbul, Turkey

Experience / Qualifications

Jul 2022 – ongoing | Scientific Coordinator
GIZ-funded ‘Syrian Trajectories’ project | European University Institute, Florence

May 2020 – ongoing | Non-Resident Scholar
Syria Programme, Middle East Institute, Washington D.C, U.S.

Nov 2020 – Nov 2022 | Research Associate
‘State, Religion and Reconstitution in the Arab World’ project | Central European University,
Vienna, Austria

Oct 2018 – Jun 2022 | Research Fellow
EU-funded ‘Wartime and Post Conflict Syria’ project | European University Institute, Florence

Apr 2017 – Oct 2018 | Syria Researcher
The Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project (ACLED)

Jul 2022- Jul 2023 | Mentoring of Researchers
GIZ-funded ‘Syrian Trajectories’ project | European University Institute, Florence

Dec 2018 – Jun 2022 | Mentoring of Researchers
EU-funded ‘Wartime and Post Conflict Syria’ project | European University Institute, Florence

Sep 2016 – Jun 2020 | Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Kent, Brussels, Belgium

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