The student is able, within a theme chosen by the student himself/herself or from a list provided by the staff, to formulate a research question at Bachelor's level and to provide an answer to this question in a legally and linguistically correct and structured manner and with adequate references.
The student is able to collect and interpret relevant legal sources, and where necessary also social and scientific data, with the aim of formulating an opinion on a legal question. This opinion is based on the weighing of relevant legal and possibly societal or ethical aspects.
In answering the research question, the student is able to apply his/her knowledge and insight in such a way that this shows a professional approach to his/her work or profession. In this context, the student demonstrates in particular that (s)he has the required competences for substantiating and solving problems in the field.
The student demonstrates that (s)he is capable of effectively communicating information, ideas and solutions to a scientific audience that consists primarily of lawyers.
The student demonstrates that (s)he possesses the research and writing skills necessary to successfully complete a follow-up study that presupposes a high level of autonomy.