- Pre-Field Defence conducted to assess research proposals of final-year Political Science students.
- Panel provided feedback on methodology, objectives, and data collection instruments.
- Exercise enhanced student preparedness, confidence, and adherence to ethical research practices.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Department of Political Science and International Relations at Augustine University successfully conducted the Pre-Field Defence for final-year students on Tuesday, 24th February 2026, marking a key milestone in their undergraduate research projects.
The exercise provided students the platform to formally present and defend their research proposals before a panel of academic staff.
Evaluations focused on research topics, objectives, methodology, and data collection instruments to ensure clarity, feasibility, and academic rigor before embarking on fieldwork.
Panel members offered detailed feedback and scholarly guidance, identifying areas for improvement and recommending ways to strengthen the studies.
Ethical standards and best research practices were also emphasized throughout the session.
Students who participated praised the constructive critiques, noting that the engagement enhanced their confidence and prepared them effectively for upcoming field research.
