10.1.16.1 HB8000 THESIS 10 CR 15 ECTS Credits

Research Plan Seminar
Thesis Seminar
Academic Writing Course

Objectives
The student is offered support to go through the thesis process and to produce the written final paper.

The Thesis is meant as a tool for the student to demonstrate acquired expertise in the area of study in terms of applying theory and being in a position to have a impact on the development process in industry. The student is expected to show possessing skills in the usage of research methods together with reporting in the field.

Content
Thesis as Part of Studies / Various Phases of Thesis Process/Preparation of Research Plan / Writing the Thesis Paper

Academic Writing

Objectives
The student will acquire good skills in using the specialised language needed in writing the thesis. He/she will understand the different stages of the writing process and the main principles of academic writing. The student will be able to structure his/her research and writing activities.

Content
Writing Process / Main Principles of Academic Writing / Text Types / Causal Analysis / Problem Solving / Argumentation / Summarising / Coherence.