Jezik in medkulturnost

The PhD study programme Language and Interculturality regularly conducts selfevaluation. The students' opinions are obtained in less formalized ways, which are appropriate for the level of study and the small number of students. The self-evaluation reports are not entirely clear at all points as to which programme they refer to. It is advisable to focus more on the study programme, to record minor changes as well and to show whether the proposals for programme changes made by the students have been taken into account. The students are not informed about the results of the selfevaluation, so we would recommend that the institution inform them about the selfevaluation report. The teachers have an individual approach to doctoral students, which is an advantage. The students' initiative to change the Language Research Methodology course has partially been taken into account, although this was not recorded in the reports. It is advisable that the students continue to be empowered in this area. At present, doctoral students are not included in the faculty bodies, therefore it would be useful to examine the possibilities for their greater involvement in quality assessment processes. The doctoral dissertation topics are connected to the areas covered by the study programme. Study contents and dissertation topics are connected to the multilingual and multicultural environment. The good research results achieved by the students confirm the quality of the way the programme is carried out. A partial cooperation with foreign universities gives selected students the opportunity to rely on the help of mentors from two institutions when preparing their dissertation. As for the formal aspect of the cooperation with the Ca' Foscari University (Double PhD Degree Programme) based on an inter-university agreement, the agency shall have a final say in whether accreditation is required for this type of cooperation (as it is not a double degree). The teaching methods are suited to the needs of doctoral students and are studentcentred. The teachers’ flexibility and accessibility is commendable. The number of the contact hours and other forms of work with students is adequate. The study material is adapted to the teaching methods and the needs of the students. The students have opportunities to participate in scientific and research work and receive appropriate support. The teachers meet the mentoring requirements. Lecturers from other Slovenian and foreign institutions also participate in the programme. The material conditions are adequate. It is recommended that the faculty form its own programme group. The students have the opportunity to pass to a higher year and complete their studies, while teachers are guaranteed respect for their autonomy in teaching and research. On the basis of the above findings we conclude that the study programme generally meets the standards assessed.