Universität Wien

290404 SE Open Minds for Global Change and Sustainability II (2025W)

5.00 ECTS (1.00 SWS), SPL 29 - Geographie
Continuous assessment of course work

Please note that Open Minds I is a prerequisite for registering for Open Minds II.
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Th 04.12. 16:45-18:15 Hörsaal 5A Geographie NIG 5.OG A0518

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 35 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Thursday 09.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 5A Geographie NIG 5.OG A0518
  • Thursday 23.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 5A Geographie NIG 5.OG A0518
  • Thursday 30.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 5A Geographie NIG 5.OG A0518
  • Thursday 13.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 5A Geographie NIG 5.OG A0518
  • Thursday 08.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 5A Geographie NIG 5.OG A0518
  • Thursday 15.01. 16:45 - 20:00 Hörsaal 5A Geographie NIG 5.OG A0518

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The seminar 'Open Minds II - Finding Your Roles' is a course situated in the middle of the Master's program and aims to prepare students for the final phase of their studies and the time thereafter. In this seminar, participants build on the foundations of Open Minds I – Ownership and their 'Personal Intellectual Project' (PIP) developed there. The goal is to deepen their knowledge on sustainability and problem-solving in the context of global change and to further develop their personal expertise, with a focus on their PIP. By implementing a semester project, students have the opportunity to sharpen their expertise and critically discuss, present, and publish a concrete knowledge project on global sustainability challenges. Additionally, the seminar includes units with a special focus on the final phase of the studies and preparation for the Master's thesis.
The overarching goals of Open Minds II are to promote independence and strengthen 21st Century Skills such as creativity, communication ability, and collaboration, as well as developing strategies for the elaboration and presentation of scientific content and innovative formats of science communication. This is achieved through interactive course elements, group work, and individual projects. It also involves the participants engaging with their role after graduation and the question of how they can contribute to a more sustainable future.

Assessment and permitted materials

The assessment of the course includes active participation in the course (40%) and the elaboration of an own semester project (60%).

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

This seminar is exam-immanent, therefore active participation is required. It is important to note that attendance for at least 80% of the seminar time is necessary to meet the course requirements. This means that participants may miss a maximum of 20% of the total seminar time. Additionally, the timely submission of all assignments is part of the minimum requirements for the seminar. Please note that no compensatory tasks are provided for missed time or content. Continuous and committed participation in the seminar, as well as the timely submission of all required assignments, are crucial for the successful completion of the course.

Examination topics

Regular attendance, active participation in the course, and course assignments

Reading list

Association in the course directory

(MG21 PF OPEN II)

Last modified: Th 30.10.2025 14:07