Thesis
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | SHO0000 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | S-SH 2007T |
| Level: | Bachelor of Health Care |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2009-2010) |
| Credits: | 15 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Melender, Hanna-Leena |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Learning Outcomes
The student will
learn to structure theoretical knowledge and to apply that for research and development projects in working life. The student will get trained in goal-oriented, long term, independent and problem based working and show proficiency in applying the learning in solving of the professional problem and in the development of the field. In addition, the student will attain proficiency for written reporting, training and presenting and motivating the choices and results received.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 405 h.
Contents
Drawing up a research plan, seminar work. idea seminar, planning seminar, evaluation seminar and maturity test
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Vaasan ammattikorkeakoulu 2001. Opinnäytetyöohje. 2001. Vaasa. Vaasan ammattikorkeakoulu
Hirsjärvi, S., Remes, P. & Sajavaara, P. 2004. Tutki ja kirjoita. 10. ed. Helsinki. Tammi.
Ernvall, R. & Ernvall, S. 2002. Tilastollisia menetelmiä sosiaali- ja terveysalalle. Helsinki. WSOY.
Janhonen, S & Nikkonen, M (ed). 2001. Laadulliset tutkimumenetelmät hoitotieteessä. Helsinki. WSOY.
Paunonen, M. & Vehviläinen-Julkunen, K. 1998. Hoitotieteen tutkimusmetodiikka. 2. d. Helsinki. WSOY.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Active participation, group work and independent work, independent study
Assessment Methods
Independent work, personal supervision. Participating in the initial, planning and presentation (final) seminars. Drawing up a research plan and a final thesis and acting as an opponent. Accomplishing of maturity examination. Numeric assessment.