Research Paper
What is EU-DPs Research Paper (RP)?
A RP must be submitted to complete the requirements for the Undergraduates/Graduate Diploma in EU Studies. This paper must focus on an EU- or Europe-related matter and be discussed within the context of one or more academic disciplines. In lieu of a separate RP, students may submit an undergraduate’s/master’s thesis or an edited version of your thesis. The paper may not be applied towards students’ credits for graduation. It will be approved for the Diploma in EU studies only. Papers graded S and as excellent by a supervisor and approved by Kyushu University EU Centre will be awarded ”Research Paper Award.“
Students can ask a teacher who serves as an advisor for their undergraduate’s/master’s thesis to be an advisor for an EU-DPs RP. In some cases, you can ask a teacher who is in charge of the EU-DPs course you are taking. When you ask a teacher to be an advisor, please consult carefully with the teacher regarding the detailed information on our website, and write your paper in a well-planned manner in accordance with our guidelines.
Who can submit?
Undergraduate students in 3rd year and above, and all post graduate students
Length
Paper length should be at least half the length or more of the minimum requirement of your undergraduate’s/master’s thesis.
Format
Follow the format requirements indicated by your department for your undergraduate’s/master’s thesis.
*Use a cover sheet designated by Kyushu University EU Centre.
RP Guidelines, List of Submitted RP Titles, etc.
- List of Submitted RP Titles (PDF)
- The Reference Items for the Evaluation of EU-DPs Research Papers (PDF)
Process of RP Recognition
Submission of Research Paper proposal
All EU-DPs students will receive an email about the submission of Research Paper proposal. Submit the ʻResearch
Paper (RP) proposalʼ by the due date. (Normally June and November, the semester in which the RP will be submitted.)
Notice of proposal review results, and submission of the RP
After the proposal is reviewed, the result is noticed (you may be instructed to revise or resubmit the proposal).
Please submit the RP by the due date. (Normally August and February, in the semester in which the proposal is submitted.
However, submission in the following semester is acceptable only if you are to be enrolled at Kyushu University.)
Submission of academic advisor assessment (To be sent by advisor)
Please request your supervisor to submit an academic advisor assessment by the due date. (usually September and March)
Research paper accreditation
You will receive an email with the results of the review of your research paper. If you pass the review, your research paper will be accredited as an EU-DPs research paper. (usually September and March)
Please submit these documents below when you submit your RP
- One hard copy of RP <Not required to submit it in AY 2025>
- One PDF format of RP
- A cover sheet
- A title change form *It applies only if you change the RP title after the research paper proposal has been accepted.
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Simulation for RP Submission
Please submit your RP in the semester which you submitted the RP proposal (Case A). However, only for enrolled students in Kyushu University can submit it in the next semester (Case B).
