Honours+ Workshop: Interdisciplinary Research, where to begin?

  • For most Honours+ students, this project will be the first time conducting interdisciplinary research, and that is no small feat. Working with team members from different academic backgrounds can be incredibly rewarding, but also challenging. How do you move beyond disciplinary or even multidisciplinary work, and truly integrate your different perspectives into a single, coherent research question and approach?

    This workshop is designed to help you and your team lay the right foundation for your project. You will learn what makes interdisciplinary research distinct, how to develop a shared language within your team, and how to negotiate a meaningful research question that combines your diverse expertise. From there, we’ll guide you through the first steps of taking your question into the research cycle.

    In this workshop, you will:

    • Understand the difference between disciplinary, multidisciplinary, and interdisciplinary research;
    • Explore techniques to build a common language and shared understanding within your team;
    • Learn strategies for negotiating and refining interdisciplinary research questions;
    • Gain practical tips on how to structure your team’s research process effectively.

    We strongly recommend that at least one member of each team attend this workshop, so your team can benefit from a clear and informed start to your Honours+ journey.
    Available sessions:

     

    • Wednesday 19.11.2025, 18:00-21:00 hrs;

    • Thursday 20.11.2025, 10:00-13:00 hrs.

       

    All “Interdisciplinary Research, where to begin?” workshops will take place at EDLAB’s Tapijn Building X. All attendees will receive a reminder email with the exact location two days before the session.

     

    Register here for this workshop.

  • Why?

    This workshop equips you to tackle interdisciplinary research with confidence by helping your team find a common language, understand the difference between multidisplinary and interdisciplinary, craft strong research questions, and navigate the process effectively. A valuable head start for any team!
  • Roosmarijn van Woerden

    Your Workshop Host: Roosmarijn van Woerden (UvA)

    Roosmarijn van Woerden is a researcher and lecturer at the University of Amsterdam, specialized in interdisciplinary collaboration and education. Her work focuses on how teams can effectively bridge disciplinary divides, develop a shared understanding, and improve their research outcomes. She has published and presented widely on topics such as epistemic systems for interdisciplinarity, team reflection, and innovative teaching methods for interdisciplinary skills. With her hands-on experience and academic expertise, Roosmarijn helps students and professionals navigate the challenges and opportunities of interdisciplinary work.