Study Guide

Objective

After completing the course, the student is able to:
· describe the needs, conditions and rationale of the thesis in the context of the organization or project where it is carried out
· retrieve data systematically from both domestic and international databases
· write a theoretical framework for the thesis
· state the aim(s), purpose(s), research task(s) and outcome(s) of the Master thesis
· define development, research and evaluation methodology used in the project implementation
· write a feasible thesis plan and research plan when required
· describe one’s own role as an expert and thesis worker
· discuss issues related to ethics and reliability
· assess and anticipate the possible risks related to the thesis

Content

· Online course on information retrieval (1cr)
· Ideaworkshop
· Planning workshop
· Peer feedback
· Master thesis plan (if necessary, the research plan as attachment)
· Master thesis agreement

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty