Research Methodology and Reporting
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | TTKA0804 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | T-TK 2013 TK 2014 / 2015 / 2016 / 2017 / 2018 / 2019 / 2020 / 2021 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2017-2018 / 2018-2019 / 2019-2020 / 2020-2021 / 2021-2022 / 2022-2023 / 2023-2024) |
| Credits: | 4 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Rajala, Päivi |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | T-TK-3-1, T-TK-3-2 | 2015-09-01 – 2016-02-14 | Pia Liedes, Sirkka Hellman | Finnish | 2015-08-14 – 2015-12-18 |
| 2 | T-TK-3-1, T-TK-3-2 | 2016-10-31 – 2016-12-31 | Pia Liedes, Sirkka Hellman | Finnish | 2016-08-22 – 2016-11-06 |
| 3 | T-TK-3-1, T-TK-3-2 | 2017-09-01 – 2018-04-30 | Pia Liedes, Päivi Rajala | Finnish | 2017-08-21 – 2017-09-18 |
| 4 | T-TK-3-1, T-TK-3-2 | 2018-08-31 – 2019-05-31 | Pia Liedes, Päivi Rajala | Finnish | 2018-08-20 – 2018-09-17 |
| 5 | T-TK-3-1, T-TK-3-2 | 2019-09-02 – 2020-05-24 | Pia Liedes, Päivi Rajala | Finnish | 2019-08-19 – 2019-09-09 |
| 3001 | TK2018-3A, TK2018-3B | 2020-08-24 – 2021-05-02 | Pia Liedes, Päivi Rajala | Finnish | 2020-08-17 – 2020-09-11 |
| 3002 | TK2019-3A, TK2019-3B | 2021-08-23 – 2022-05-01 | Pia Liedes, Päivi Rajala | Finnish | 2021-08-01 – 2021-09-06 |
| 3003 | TK2020-3A, TK2020-3B | 2022-08-22 – 2023-04-30 | Pia Liedes, Päivi Rajala | Finnish | 2022-08-01 – 2022-09-06 |
| 3004 | TK2021-3A, TK2021-3B | 2023-08-21 – 2024-04-28 | Pia Liedes, Päivi Rajala | Finnish | 2023-08-01 – 2023-09-06 |
The descriptions shown below are for the academic year: 2023-2024
Learning Outcomes
The student is able to make research in ICT field, and to make the thesis work andthe steps of research process. The student chooses the topic of the thesis, chooses a suitable research approach and research methods. The student plans and implementsprocess his / her thesis as far as possible and follows the instructions of the VAMK thesis. The student learns research reporting and language management.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course 108 h.
Contents
Topic Selection
Research Process and Methods
Data collection methods
Theoretical framework / theoretical background
Research plan
Thesis process
Regional Impact
The clients of the thesis are the region's companies.
Internationality
Some clients of thesis are from the international companies.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
- Vaasa University of Applied Sciences. Instructions for the thesis.
- Hirsjärvi, S., Remes P. & Sajavaara P. 2000. Tutki ja kirjoita.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, exercises, independent study, personal quidance, Workshops
Assessment Criteria
5 = the student has chosen his / her own topic and his / her thesis report has progressed excellently. He / She knows excellent research methods, process of thesis and the report of thesis.
3 = the student has chosen his / her own topic and made a research plan. The thesis report has progressed. He / She knows well research methods and reporting.
1 = the student understands research methods and the basics of research work. The plan of own thesis is done.
Assessment Methods
Numeric