Thesis

Structure Type: Course
Code: KD07FYOT20
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 15.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Viljamaa, Anmari
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester

Curriculum  Semester  Credits  Start of Semester  End of Semester
LITAKO-2013   4 autumn   15.0   2016-08-01   2016-12-31  
LITAKO-2014   4 autumn   15.0   2017-08-01   2017-12-31  
PK-2014   3 spring   15.0   2018-01-01   2018-07-31  
LITAKO-2015   4 autumn   15.0   2018-08-01   2018-12-31  
PK-2015   3 spring   15.0   2019-01-01   2019-07-31  
LITAKO-2016   4 autumn   15.0   2019-08-01   2019-12-31  
PK-2016   3 spring   15.0        

Learning Outcomes

The bachelor's thesis can be done individually or as a part of a larger research or development project. The aim of the thesis is to determine how well students apply the theoretical knowledge they have acquired during their studies. During the thesis process, students practise problem-solving skills, acquire knowledge of project work, utilize scientific thinking skills, carry out independent information retrieval, and report researh results. Student must present the results of their research logically using correct language and professional terminology. The thesis process also allows students to be creative, to experiment and use innovative applications.

Student's Workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Contents

The thesis is a learning process in which students are engaged. The following are characteristics of a thesis process:
– Contains practical implications for the working world
– Exhibits analytical inquiry
– Close involvement of representatives of the working world, e.g. as advisors or evaluators
– Close connection between supervisor and student
– Appropriate application of theory into practice
– Creativity and innovation

Recommended or Required Reading

Material associated with research and the students' own topic. The choice of material must be discussed with the supervisor.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Assessment Criteria

According to the criteria set for the assessment of theses at the Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences

Assessment Methods

According to the criteria set for the assessment of theses at the Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences

Further Information

Bachelor's thesis commissioned by a company or other organisation accrues 15 R&D credits.

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