Study Guide

Objective

The Master’s thesis is a demanding development project or research work combining theory, praxis and creation of new knowledge. The thesis subject and aim are based on requirements and needs of working life.

By completing the thesis, the student demonstrates mastery of the following objectives:
- combine theoretical framework and pragmatic work with the contextual needs in a meaningful development project
- network and communicate professionally with relevant organisations and communities
- evaluate critically sources and methods, select the suitable ones and use them systematically and ethically
- possess the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development
- document, report and give presentations of the project and the final results

Content

The Master’s thesis process consists of three stages.

The aim of the first stage of the Master's thesis is to continue working on the draft presented earlier on the course Research and Development Methods.

At the first stage of the thesis objective is discussed with the supervisor, and the research project is identified and defined. The thesis project is presented at the starting seminar. After this first seminar the student updates the research plan and it will be evaluated as approved or failed.

Location and time

According to the student's own timetable.
During spring semester seminars will be held in January, March and May.
During autumn semester seminars will be held in August, September and November.

Teaching methods

Discussions and guidance
Individual work with composing a draft
Presentation at a seminar
Revising the draft
Opposing

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Qualifications

No prerequisites.