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Developments in the Master’s level in the European Higher Education Area

Developments in the Master’s level in the European Higher Education Area. Prof. Andrejs Rauhvargers, Secretary General, Latvian Rectors’ Council. I n the Qualifications framework for the EHEA. Profile : the Functions of Master’s degrees in Europe. Summary on Structures.

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Developments in the Master’s level in the European Higher Education Area

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  1. Developments in the Master’s level in the European Higher Education Area Prof. Andrejs Rauhvargers, Secretary General, Latvian Rectors’ Council

  2. In theQualificationsframeworkforthe EHEA

  3. Profile:theFunctions of Master’sdegrees in Europe

  4. Summaryon Structures

  5. Conclusions on Structures

  6. LearningoutcomesofMaster degrees in National qualifications frameworks New Zealand, Australia, Canada (Ontario), Germany, Estonia, UK-EWNI, UK-Scotland, Ireland, Denmark

  7. Overall,nationaldescriptors include learningoutcomesintheformof: Knowledge Skills: • way or mode of application of knowledge • skillsforownfurtherlearning Competencies:The way how the knowledge and ability to apply it is demonstrated Transferableskills& competenciesrequired at Masterlevel Setting relationships between learningoutcomesrelevant to academic and professional contexts

  8. Knowledge - summary • advanced theoretical & applied knowledge • systematic understanding of knowledge Knowledge • and critical understanding of scientific or artistic theories and methods • of broad general knowl. within the discipline & specialised knowledge in a more limited area, much of which is at the forefront of academic discipline, or area of professional practice • of interdisciplinary connection,

  9. Knowledge - summary (2) Knowledge (continued) • of terminology of the field • of research methods of the field • of scientific problems of the field & international debates • of potential applications in the specialty, • of limits, • of ethical issues of research, application of research, professional activities

  10. Applyknowledge – how? (summary) • critically evaluate current theories, methods, • reflect upon own practice, • to new and unfamiliar areas and contexts, • analyse complex practical issues independently, systematically and critically on a scholarly basis • act in unpredictable professional environment and ill defined contexts • based on established principles and techniques • select from complex and advanced skills across a field of learning; develop new skills, • in a comprehensive or multidisciplinary way

  11. Applyknowledge – how? summary(2) • to think rigorously and indepth • (research) to internationally recognised standards • to independently and creatively identify and formulate problems/ research questions • understanding of how techniques of research are used to create & interpret knowledge • taking advantage of knowledge of other fields as necessary • autonomously apply relevant R&D methods • within limited information,

  12. Demonstrationthrough (summary) • planning and carrying out original scholarship or research projectto internationally recognised standards • alarge extent self-driven and unassisted research or applied projects • contributions to the development of a broad plan, budget or strategy • carry out a R&D project under supervision in accordance with relevant ethical norms • Demonstrate originality or creativity in the application of knowledge, understanding and/ or practices,

  13. Demonstrationthrough – summary(2) • makeing and justifying decisions and carrying out analyses that result in an adequate basis for decision-making, • comprehend development work based on scholarly, theoretic and/or experimental methods • put into perspective and develop practice based on scholarly, theoretical and/or experimental methods, • deal with complex issues in a commercial / professional context

  14. Transferable skills & competencies • intellectual independence required for continuing professional development; • further develop own knowledge, skills and understanding through studies & practice • Initiative, personal responsibility & accountability; • decision-making in complex situations: • work autonomously and in a group • take responsibility of own work & work of others, • be able to analyze strategic results of a group • leadership and initiative for change and development

  15. Transferable skills & competencies(2) • Initiative, personal responsibility & accountability; • decision-making in complex situations: • intellectual independence required for continuing professional development; • further develop own knowledge, skills and understanding through studies and work practice • work autonomously and in a group • take responsibility of own work & work of others, • be able to analyze strategic results of a group • leadership and initiative for change & development

  16. Thanks for your attention!

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