Study Guide

Objective

The student:
- knows the basics of theory of science
- can to describe and apply relevant research methods
- can draw up a plan for a scientific work
- can document and communicate their research results
- can perform information retrieval and apply source criticism
- knows how to compile information according to good scientific practice
- understands the goal of a thesis project and the requirements for it.

Content

Introduction to the research methodology
History of science and method development
Basic concepts in modern research methodology
The different parts of the research process
Qualitative and quantitative method
Research ethics requirements
The importance of the thesis project in polytechnic studies
Analysis of previous thesis projects
UAS Novia's rules for the thesis project
To carry out the learning test in practice
Information retrieval and sources
Instructions for scientific writing
Assessment criteria for the dissertation
The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Quality education

Materials

To be announced in Moodle

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

Qualifications

No prerequisites