•   Thesis, Idea and Framework RAD22EX01-3001 21.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (URS22D-V) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    Student
    - has the ability to produce an idea for his thesis and can perform and argue for choices she/he have done
    Prerequisites
    Studymodule Researchprocess
    Content of the study unit
    Thesis idea
    The research process including presentation of an idea
    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)
    Om planen innehåller de ovan stipulerade kraven är planen och kursen godkänd. (not translated)
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam 
    The student has superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading) 

    Assessment criteria for written work 
    The student has followed instructions for the written task. The student shows limited substance knowledge and are not familiar nor knowledge about other students' written work.
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam 
    Student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate views 

    Assessment criteria for written work 
    Student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance of his work, but the application is limited. Shows insufficient knowledge about other students' written work
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam 
    Student shows in-depth knowledge and maturity in the subject 

    Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups 
    Student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance. Shows good knowledge in the other participants' written work, ask relevant questions and have capacity to lead a seminar discussion. The written work and the possible opponentship shows excellent knowledge (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Camilla Ribacka

    Learning material

    According to the topic of Thesis

    Recommended literature: Maria Henricson (red.) (2023). Vetenskaplig teori och metod - från idé till examination inom vård- och hälsovetenskap. Studentlitteratur, Lund.

    Learning methods

    Introduction lecture to the course, thesis work, followed by mainly self-directed studies with possibility to supervision. The student makes a plan for the thesis. The presentation of the plan for the thesis is the examination

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    The work plan for the thesis is assessed as either failed or passed.

    The plan must include the following parts (for passing):
    • Novia cover page
    • Table of contents
    • Introduction (at least 1 page): must include at least 2 sources
    • Purpose and research questions
    • Background (at least 4 pages). Must include: for one student: at least 6 sources, of which at least 2 are scientific and for two students: at least 9 sources, of which at least 4 are scientific
    • Method (at least 1 page): Selection; Data collection; Data analysis method; Ethical considerations and Timeline
    • References (of the sources used in the plan)

    Length: at least 6 pages and at most 9 pages (excluding cover page, table of contents, and references)

    Must follow Novia's writing guidelines: https://intra.novia.fi/studier/examensarbete/skrivanvisningar/

    Teaching language

    Swedish

    Timing

    21.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

    Enrollment date range

    15.06.2024 - 13.10.2024

    Group(s)
    • URS22D-V
    Seats

    6 - 12

    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Health and Welfare

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Camilla Ribacka

    Additional information

    The content of the work plan for thesis:

    Novia titlepage

    Table of content

    Introduction

    Background (description of the topic, at least 5-6 scientific studies)

    Aim and problem definition

    Method (Data collection based on 2 references/discuss method of selection)

    Ethical consideration (based on references)

    Timetable

    Reference list

    Minimum 6 pages and maximum 10 pages (excl. Title page and table of content)

    Follow Novia’s instructions for writing Thesis)



    1. You find Novia’s title page on Moodle (no key needed)

    2. Table of content is done in Word, if you do not know how to do choose ? (help) in the upper right corner and write list of content in the search field

    3. The introduction should be about 1 p, where the reader is introduced to the topic and also to your interest of studying it.

    4. Background shall be 3 – 5 p and divided into chapters where description of concepts and the topic of the subject. In the background you also describe the previous research done

    5. Aim and problem definition can be short about ½ p.

    6. The method can be described on 2-3 p. The chapter includes a description of the approach (qualitative/quantitative design), motivation for the choice and data collection method. References need to be included.

    7. Ethical considerations are described on about 1 p and with the help of references ethical principles followed are discussed. refer to relevant documents on Finnish National advicory board on Research Integrity TENK. (tenk.fi)

    8. Time plan should estimate how Thesis proceeds. Please do a realistic plan writing something for each month and write it also in your calender.

    9. Works cited

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Radiography and Radiotherapy

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    1.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    Approved/Rejected

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    No optional examination form

    Practical training and working life co-operation

    The Thesis can be a work ordered, but is not necessary always so

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Presentation of work plan for thesis autumn 2024 and presentation of the thesis in May 2025

    Timing and attendance

    Autumn 2024

    Student's schedule and workload

    The course is 3 cr which is equivalent to 81 h work for the student

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    Om planen innehåller de ovan stipulerade kraven är planen och kursen godkänd. (not translated)

    Approved / Failed

    If the thesis plan is done according to instructions it is assessed as passed.