Methodology for Studies and Research
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | TDP0102 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | T-ITE 2009 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2011-2012) |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Norrgård, Kenneth |
| Language of Instruction: | Swedish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2011-2012
| Impl. | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2012-01-09 – 2012-04-27 | Kenneth Norrgård | Swedish | 2011-12-07 – 2012-01-15 |
Learning Outcomes
The student acquires knowledge of different scientific philosophies and methods of searching a collecting information. The student understands the importance of methodoligical and scientific way of working. The student can implement different methods when writing the final thesis.
Student's Workload
2 x 27h = approx. 54h
Lectures and coaching: approx. 10h
Self studies, theory and researches: approx. 24h
Self studies, mini thesis: approx. 20h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
The student should have completed most of her/his basic studies and at least the first module of her/his specialized studies. It is expected that the student will choose the subject for her/his own thesis.
Contents
Scientific working methods, final thesis as a process, the planning of final thesis, information sources, research methods, questionnaires, analysing and reporting research results.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
"Instruktioner för lärdomsprov", Vasa yrkeshögskola 2009.
Internet-sources and other material supplied by the teacher.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, assignments and handing in a mini thesis.
Assessment Criteria
Graded by Passed or Failed. For passing it is required that the student take part in the lectures and the discussions, hands in the assignments and hands in the mini thesis.
Assessment Methods
Graded by Passed or Failed. For passing it is required that the student take part in the lectures and the discussions, hands in the assignments and hands in the mini thesis.