Curricula 2015 – 2017
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General description
The purpose of the Master's thesis (i.e. pro gradu) seminar is to support the student's progress in the thesis work. During the seminar the progress of each thesis is supported from the definition of the research problem through to completion of the thesis.
Corresponding course unit in the curriculum 2015-2107, School of Information Sciences:
TIEVS64 Master's Thesis Seminar in Interactive Technology, 5 ECTS
Learning outcomes
After the course the student:
- can formulate and define a clear research question and relate it to earlier research,
- can implement a methodologically sound research setup that answers the research question posed in the definition phase,
- can analyze the research results appropriately in relation to the research question,
- understands the importance of analyzing the backrground literature,
- understands the importance of focus and time management in research projects,
- can give constructive criticism and utilize criticism to improve scientific writing,
- understands the importance of the quality of written presentation in scientific work and that each individual needs to take the personal responsibility of the quality of writing and continuous development of his or her writing skills.
Contents
Seminar meetings. The seminar includes a 2-hour teaching in information acquisition skills organized by the library.
Teaching methods
Lectures, seminar meetings, homework exercises.
The seminar can be taken on 4th year or later (second year of Master's degree studies), concurrently with the M.Sc. thesis.
Modes of study
- Degree Programme Students
- Other Students
- Open University Students
- Doctoral Students
- Exchange Students
Essay and participation in classroom work and Seminar and Homework. Intermediate reports on the progress of the thesis work.
Evaluation and evaluation criteria
Pass/fail.Credits granted only when the thesis is finished.
Belongs to following study modules
2018–2019
