•   Research Methodology for Bachelors of Beauty and Cosmetics SKV24FL01-3001 07.01.2025-28.02.2025  3 credits  (EST24D-V) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    • The students have basic insights into epistemology, philosophy of science and research methodology
    • The students know the research process and how the different parts interact with each other
    • The students have basic skills to carry out the research process
    • The students know and can describe qualitative and quantitative approaches and scientific interests
    • The students can apply, analyze and develop approach that promote economic, ecological and social sustainability in the research process
    Prerequisites
    No prior prerequisites
    Content of the study unit
    Epistemology and the Philosophy of Science
    Research Methodology and Research Process
    Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches and Scientific Interests
    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)
    The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
    The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
    The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
    The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Jaana Ylimartimo-Nybäck

    Learning material

    Study material and course literature on Moodle.
    Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

    Allwood, C. M. & Erikson, M. G. (2010). Grundläggande vetenskapsteori för psykologi och andra beteendevetenskaper.
    Holme, I. M. & Solvang, B. K. (1997). 2 (uppl.). Forskningsmetodik. Om kvalitativa och kvantitativa metoder.
    Jakobsson, U. (2011). Forskningens termer och begrepp- en ordbok.
    Olsson, H. & Sörensen, S. (2007). 2 (uppl.). Forskningsprocessen- kvalitativa och kvantitativa perspektiv.
    Patel, R. & Davidson, B. (2011). 4 (uppl.). Forskningsmetodikens grunder. Att planera, genomföra och rapportera en undersökning.

    Databases through FINNA.

    Learning methods

    Lectures, workshops, research, guidance, observation, narrative method, interview and survey methods, discussions and teamwork.

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and pair/team).
    Activity during the course can higher or lower the course grade.
    The average of the grades for assignments form the final grade in the course.

    Teaching language

    Swedish

    Timing

    07.01.2025 - 28.02.2025

    Enrollment date range

    01.12.2024 - 06.01.2025

    Group(s)
    • EST24D-V
    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Health and Welfare

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Jaana Ylimartimo-Nybäck

    Additional information

    More information is given at course introduction.

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Beauty and Cosmetics

    Campus

    Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    0.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    Approved practical assignments and course assignments.
    Individual/pair feedback is given on the course assignment.

    Assignments:
    1. Mini-study. Students conduct a mini-study within industry and write a research report according to Beauty Care thesis, 2cr. Deadline for submission of mini-study: 31 March 2025. Individual/pair feedback is given via Moodle.
    2. Thesis writing instructions of NOVIA UAS. Students follow the thesis writing instructions in the mini-study, 1cr. The same deadline: 31 March 2025. Grade in Peppi. Feedback are included in the mini-study feedback on Moodle.

    Practical training and working life co-operation

    For course assignment the aim is to co-operate with working life.

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Examination consists of submitted assignments, grade (0-5).
    Deadline for submitted assignments are in February/March 2025.

    Assignments:
    1. Mini-study. Students conduct a mini-study within industry and write a research report according to Beauty Care thesis, 2cr. Deadline for submission of mini-study: 31 March 2025. Individual/pair feedback is given via Moodle.
    2. Thesis writing instructions of NOVIA UAS. Students follow the thesis writing instructions in the mini-study, 1cr. The same deadline: 31 March 2025. Grade in Peppi. Feedback are included in the mini-study feedback on Moodle.

    Timing and attendance

    7 January - 28 February 2025, Campus Alere.

    Student's schedule and workload

    The students work 27 hours/cr.
    In class: 21hrs
    Self study: 60hrs
    Total: 81hrs

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
    The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
    The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
    The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
    The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
    The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
    The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments.
    The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
    The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.