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Thesis PlanningLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: AO00BU53

Credits

5 op

Objective

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.09.2025 - 19.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Industrial Design (in Finnish), (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Sami Hyyryläinen
  • Heli Kamaja
  • Petteri Venetjoki
Scheduling groups
  • Aiheseminaari (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Suunnitteluseminaari (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Opinäytetyön ohjaus Petteri Venetjoki (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Opinäytetyön ohjaus Sami Hyyryläinen (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTITEMU22S
Small groups
  • Topic seminar
  • Planning seminar
  • Graduation work tutoring - Petteri Venetjoki
  • Graduation work tutoring - Sami Hyyryläinen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is mandatory.

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the mentor teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses can be carried out as assignments from working life or in collaboration with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines.

Learning environment

Moodle, Teams and campus

Student time use and work load

The thesis planning component is 5 credits, which corresponds to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours).

Contents

The planning of the thesis already starts with an information session in the spring of the third year.  

The Research and Development course (5 credits) guides students through the thesis design phase. This course is completed by completing and presenting assignments 1 and 2 by the design seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The compulsory 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by LAB for all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis.  

The actual thesis work and supervision starts in September-October. The planning phase will be replaced by the implementation phase in November-December, after the planning seminar.  

Content of the thesis design 5 credits:  
1.  
2. topic selection and scheduling of the thesis  
3. topic seminar  
4. Thesis report writing course
5. Data collection
6. Design seminar

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits.

Assessment criteria

To be successful, active participation in seminars, peer review and supervision is required.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop or acquire a topic suitable for him/herself
The student will be able to develop a thesis plan with timetable and objectives.
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 
The student will be able to collect the knowledge base for the thesis and develop a structural model for the thesis
The student will be able to present and discuss his/her data collection and structural model.

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 01.03.2026

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Design (in Finnish), (2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
  • Heli Kamaja
Groups
  • MLTIMES22S

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Sara Ikävalko
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • Seminaari (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIPAL22S
Small groups
  • Seminar 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Wearable Design (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Susanna Björklund
  • Heli Kamaja
  • Minna Cheung
Scheduling groups
  • Minnan ryhmä R 1 (Size: 20. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Suskin ryhmä R 2 (Size: 20. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Helin ryhmä R 3 (Size: 20. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Seminaari 1 (Size: 20. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Seminaari 2 (Size: 20. Open UAS: 0.)
  • PUMU OPN kick-off (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIPUMU22S
Small groups
  • Minna's group R 1
  • Suski's group R 2
  • Heli's group R 3
  • Seminar 1
  • Seminar 2
  • Info 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Interior Architecture and Furniture Design (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Sari Anttonen
  • Henri Halla-Aho
  • Timo Sulkamo
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTISIK22S
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Culture and Arts, User Experience and User Interface Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Jenni Hautamäki
  • Antti Heinonen
  • Maaria Niskala
  • Heli Kamaja
Groups
  • MLTIUXUI22S

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Photography (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • LAB_virtuaaliopettaja_VK Virtuaaliopettaja (LAB)
  • Pauliina Pasanen
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • Seminaari 1 (Size: 20. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIVK22S
Small groups
  • Seminar 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis.

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory.

Learning material and recommended literature

Thesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.

Lab Thesis Guide.

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines.

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours).

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits.

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.

Competency-based assessment:
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic.

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lappeenranta Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Visual Arts (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Jenni Sokura
  • Timo Partanen
  • Heli Kamaja
Groups
  • MLPRKUVA22S

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

Thesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

LAB Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  


The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Graphic Design (in Finnish), (2020, 2021, 2022)
Teachers
  • Marion Robinson
  • Sara Bengts
  • Petri Suni
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIGR22S
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar teams meetings.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminar group meetings is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

Thesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  
 Check reference materials in the graphic design section of the Institute of Design thesis moodle.

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an info session. By the beginning of the academic year in autumn, the student must have a topic ready and prepared.

The separate course Research and Development (5 credits) guides the student through the planning phase of the thesis. The material for this course is available on Moodle. It will be completed during the late spring and summer in the context of a general research component in the field of design and visual communication. Assignments 1 and 2 will be completed and presented at the first face-to-face class. These are the work plan and the disposition.  Research and development will continue through the fall semester.

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Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed minimum 165 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar group, accepted the topic, workplan and disposition.

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 
The student takes into account the ethical issues central to the thesis
Identify and name appropriate research methods and select the ones that best support their work

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

20.11.2024 - 03.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Auli Haarnio
  • Heli Kamaja
Groups
  • MLTIPAL22K

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

20.11.2024 - 03.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Interior Architecture and Furniture Design (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Harri Kalliomäki
  • Timo Sulkamo
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTISIK22K
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

10.09.2024 - 20.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Industrial Design (in Finnish), (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Ari Känkänen
  • Sami Hyyryläinen
  • Heli Kamaja
  • Petteri Venetjoki
Scheduling groups
  • Aiheseminaari AMU & TEMU (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Suunnitteluseminaari AMU & TEMU (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Opinäytetyön Info AMU & TEMU (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Opinäytetyön ohjaus Petteri Venetjoki (Size: 22. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Opinäytetyön ohjaus Sami Hyyryläinen (Size: 22. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Opinäytetyön ohjaus Ari Känkänen (Size: 22. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTITEMU21S
Small groups
  • Topic seminar AMU & TEMU
  • Planning seminar AMU & TEMU
  • Info 1Graduation work - info AMU & TEMU
  • Graduation work tutoring - Petteri Venetjoki
  • Graduation work tutoring - Sami Hyyryläinen
  • Graduation work tutoring - Ari Känkänen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

02.09.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lappeenranta Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

25 - 35

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Visual Arts (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Jenni Sokura
  • Mirka Airesvuo
  • Timo Partanen
  • Seija Varis
Groups
  • MLPRKUVA21S

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

Thesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

LAB Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  


The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Photography (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Pauliina Pasanen
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • Seminaari 1 (Size: 20. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIVK21S
Small groups
  • Seminar 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis.

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory.

Learning material and recommended literature

Thesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.

Lab Thesis Guide.

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines.

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours).

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits.

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.

Competency-based assessment:
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic.

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Interior Architecture and Furniture Design (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Sari Anttonen
  • Henri Halla-Aho
  • Timo Sulkamo
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTISIK21S
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.12.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Content Design (2021)
Teachers
  • Antti Heinonen
  • Maaria Niskala
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • MES+UX/UI (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIMES21S
Small groups
  • MES+UX/UI

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 20.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Wearable Design (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Tuuli Ruokolainen-Pursiainen
  • Susanna Björklund
  • Heli Kamaja
  • Minna Cheung
Scheduling groups
  • Tuulin ohjausryhmä (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • OPN Seminaari (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • OPN ohjaus. Minnan ryhmä. (Size: 8. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Susannan ohjausryhmä (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • PUMU OPN KICK_OFF 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIPUMU21S
Small groups
  • Practice 1
  • Practice 2
  • Thesis tutoring. Minna's group.
  • Susannan ryhmä
  • PUMU Thesis kick-off 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.12.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Culture and Arts, User Experience and User Interface Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Jenni Hautamäki
  • Maaria Niskala
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • Seminaari 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIUXUI21S
Small groups
  • Seminar 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

15 - 21

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Graphic Design (in Finnish), (2020, 2021, 2022)
Teachers
  • Marion Robinson
  • Christoffer Leka
  • Sara Bengts
  • Petri Suni
  • Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
  • GR21 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIGR21S
Small groups
  • GR21

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminars.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In graphic design studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits and you have been given permission at the first seminar.

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Sara Ikävalko
  • Auli Haarnio
  • Heli Kamaja
Teacher in charge

Tero Leponiemi

Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIPAL21S
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

02.12.2023 - 31.12.2023

Timing

01.01.2024 - 30.11.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Interior Architecture and Furniture Design (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Harri Kalliomäki
  • Timo Sulkamo
  • Heli Kamaja
  • Sirkka Rutanen
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTISIK21K
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

02.12.2023 - 31.12.2023

Timing

01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Sara Ikävalko
  • Auli Haarnio
  • Heli Kamaja
  • Sirkka Rutanen
Teacher in charge

Tero Leponiemi

Scheduling groups
  • Seminaari (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIPAL21K
Small groups
  • Seminar 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory.

Learning material and recommended literature

Thesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases. 

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

he planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

30.10.2023 - 12.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Photography (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Henrik Edlund
  • Heli Piironen
  • Pauliina Pasanen
  • Sirkka Rutanen
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIVK20S
Small groups
  • Luennot 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis.

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory.

Learning material and recommended literature

Thesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.

Lab Thesis Guide.

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines.

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours).

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits.

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.

Competency-based assessment:
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic.

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Graphic Design (in Finnish), (2020, 2021, 2022)
Teachers
  • Christoffer Leka
  • Marion Robinson
  • Heli Piironen
  • Sara Bengts
  • Petri Suni
Scheduling groups
  • GR20 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIGR20S
Small groups
  • GR20

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media Content Design (2021)
Teachers
  • Heli Piironen
  • - LAB_virtuaaliopettaja_MES_01
Groups
  • MLTIMES20S

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Interior Architecture and Furniture Design (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Sari Anttonen
  • Heli Piironen
  • Henri Halla-Aho
  • Timo Sulkamo
  • Sirkka Rutanen
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTISIK20S
Small groups
  • Luennot 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Industrial Design (in Finnish), (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
  • Heli Piironen
  • Sami Hyyryläinen
  • Sirkka Rutanen
  • Petteri Venetjoki
Scheduling groups
  • Aiheseminaari TEMU (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Suunnitteluseminaari TEMU (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Opinäytetyön Info TEMU (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Opinäytetyön ohjaus Petteri Venetjoki (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Opinäytetyön ohjaus Sami Hyyryläinen (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTITEMU20S
Small groups
  • Topic seminar TEMU
  • Planning seminar TEMU
  • Graduation work - info TEMU
  • Graduation work tutoring - Petteri Venetjoki
  • Graduation work tutoring - Sami Hyyryläinen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Wearable Design (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Heli Piironen
  • Susanna Björklund
  • Sirkka Rutanen
  • Minna Cheung
Scheduling groups
  • Harjoitukset 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Suskin ohjausryhmä (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Minnan ohjausryhmä (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIPUMU20S
Small groups
  • Harjoitukset 1
  • Suski's group
  • Minna's group

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Experience and Service Design (in Finnish), (2018, 2019, 2020)
Teachers
  • Sara Ikävalko
  • Heli Piironen
  • Auli Haarnio
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIKOP20S
Small groups
  • Luennot 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Timing and attendance

Attendance at seminars is compulsory. 

Learning material and recommended literature

hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.  

Lab Thesis Guide. 

Alternative completion methods

Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.

Working life cooperation

Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines. 

Learning environment

Zoom and campus, showrooms.

Student time use and work load

The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours). 

Contents

The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).  

In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.  

The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis. 

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits. 

Assessment criteria

Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.  

Competency-based assessment:  
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.  
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic. 

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lappeenranta Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Visual Arts (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Katja Remsu
  • Jenni Sokura
  • Mirka Airesvuo
  • Timo Partanen
  • Seija Varis
Groups
  • MLPRKUVA20S

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Enrollment

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Packaging and Brand Design (in Finnish), (2020)
Teachers
  • Oona Casalegno
  • Heli Piironen
  • Noora Nylander
  • Heikki Nuutinen
  • Sirkka Rutanen
Scheduling groups
  • Seminaari 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • MLTIPAMU20S
Small groups
  • Seminaari 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course consists of two parts: Thesis planning 4 credits + Thesis report writing 1 credit:

Thesis Report Writing 1 credit, online delivery: to be registered according to a separate schedule in Moodle.
The Thesis Report Writing course is part of the Thesis Design course. It should be taken when the work is in its very early stages. The course will be announced on the Moodle platform

Designing a thesis 4 credits:

SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER
Choice of topic and related preparatory tasks

OCTOBER-MARCH - Topic seminar

The topic seminar is a presentation of a topic. The seminar will focus on the starting points of the work, and will require you to answer the following questions:

What, why, for whom, how?
What does it require of the author?
What are the objectives?
What are the skills that are being applied?
How does expertise come to the fore?
How is the topic approached, from what perspective?
The research approach - an initial plan of how to go about the research
Formulating the problem!
Making and developing a work plan
Framework
Documention has been started
Choose a supervisor and opponent for your work
How do you make the process visible?

Presentation 5 min / student -> 10 min discussion


DECEMBER - PLANNING - WORKSHOP

After the workshop and as a follow-up, the following should be clarified/visited:

Students should justify their work: what, why, for whom and how the questions are relevant.
What does the thesis and the process require of the author?
The objective must be clear and written down.
What will be applied in the work?
How does expertise come into it?
What kind of research approach is there in the work?
Formulation of the problem and refinement of the formulation task from the topic seminar.
Scheduling the process
How to document the process, how do you make the process visible?
Presenting/constructing the disposition
Guidance

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Timing and attendance

2 contact meetings with the steering group
Possibility for students to arrange separate tutoring time with individual tutors
The thesis is done independently with the support of guidance and supervision

Student time use and work load

1cr = 27 hrs student work, 5 cr=135 hrs

Assessment criteria

PASS/FAIL, the implementation is connected to whole thesis process ( in total 15 cr), which continues in Spring.

Assessment scale

1-5