Florian Sparber, PhD
Head of Degree Program
florian.sparber@hcw.ac.at
+43 1 606 68 77-3517
Room: F.3.25
Favoritenstraße 222
1100
Wien
Lectures
Biotechnologie & Wir ILV
Biotechnologie & Wir ILV | WS2026/27
Content
- Die Bedeutung der Biotechnologie verstehen
- Onboarding
- Motivation und Zielsetzung
- Aufbau eines starken Fundaments in Schlüsselkompetenzen
- Karriereerkundung und Networking
- Ethische Überlegungen und aufkommende Trends
- Teil einer Community of Practice werden
Teaching method
Vortrag, Einzel- und Gruppenarbeit, Praktische Umsetzungsaufgaben, Selbsteinschätzung durch Übungen zur Selbst-Reflexion und individuellen Anwendung, Praxisübungen mit Feedback und Analyse
Examination
Immanente Leistungsüberprüfung
Leistungsüberprüfung (z.B. Präsentation, Diskussion, schriftliche Arbeit, Reflexion)
Teaching language
Deutsch-Englisch
Biotechnologie & Wir ILV | WS2026/27
Content
- Die Bedeutung der Biotechnologie verstehen
- Onboarding
- Motivation und Zielsetzung
- Aufbau eines starken Fundaments in Schlüsselkompetenzen
- Karriereerkundung und Networking
- Ethische Überlegungen und aufkommende Trends
- Teil einer Community of Practice werden
Teaching method
Vortrag, Einzel- und Gruppenarbeit, Praktische Umsetzungsaufgaben, Selbsteinschätzung durch Übungen zur Selbst-Reflexion und individuellen Anwendung, Praxisübungen mit Feedback und Analyse
Examination
Immanente Leistungsüberprüfung
Leistungsüberprüfung (z.B. Präsentation, Diskussion, schriftliche Arbeit, Reflexion)
Teaching language
Deutsch-Englisch
Master Project Seminar SE
Master Project Seminar SE | WS2026/27
Content
- Research Project Selection: Students independently find a suitable research project in a life science research institution or company.
- Project Planning: Development of a comprehensive project plan that outlines the research goals, problem definition, and methodologies to be used.
- Mentorship and Supervision: Ongoing support and guidance from the Master's Thesis Coordinator and the direct supervisor of the research project.
- Peer Presentations: Students present their project plans and motivations to their peers, enhancing their presentation and communication skills.
- Group Discussions and Feedback: Active participation in discussions, providing and receiving feedback on the presented research plans, fostering critical thinking and collaborative learning.
Teaching method
- Lecture
- Blended learning
- Independent Research: Students independently seek and select a research project, fostering self-directed learning and initiative.
- Mentorship and Supervision: With support from the Master's Thesis Coordinator and direct supervisors, students receive guidance and feedback, which is crucial for their development and project success.
- Project Planning: Students prepare a detailed project plan, including goals, problem definition, and methods, which enhances their planning and organizational skills.
- Peer Presentations: Presenting their project plans to peers helps students develop their communication and presentation skills.
- Group Discussions and Feedback: Engaging in discussions and receiving feedback from peers encourages critical thinking, reflection, and collaborative learning.
Examination
Immanente Leistungsüberprüfung
Hand-ins, feedback, and presentations
Teaching language
Englisch
Master Project Seminar SE | WS2026/27
Content
- Research Project Selection: Students independently find a suitable research project in a life science research institution or company.
- Project Planning: Development of a comprehensive project plan that outlines the research goals, problem definition, and methodologies to be used.
- Mentorship and Supervision: Ongoing support and guidance from the Master's Thesis Coordinator and the direct supervisor of the research project.
- Peer Presentations: Students present their project plans and motivations to their peers, enhancing their presentation and communication skills.
- Group Discussions and Feedback: Active participation in discussions, providing and receiving feedback on the presented research plans, fostering critical thinking and collaborative learning.
Teaching method
- Lecture
- Blended learning
- Independent Research: Students independently seek and select a research project, fostering self-directed learning and initiative.
- Mentorship and Supervision: With support from the Master's Thesis Coordinator and direct supervisors, students receive guidance and feedback, which is crucial for their development and project success.
- Project Planning: Students prepare a detailed project plan, including goals, problem definition, and methods, which enhances their planning and organizational skills.
- Peer Presentations: Presenting their project plans to peers helps students develop their communication and presentation skills.
- Group Discussions and Feedback: Engaging in discussions and receiving feedback from peers encourages critical thinking, reflection, and collaborative learning.
Examination
Immanente Leistungsüberprüfung
Hand-ins, feedback, and presentations
Teaching language
Englisch