13.1.14 HB8 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