Research and Development in a Thesis Work (5 cr)
Code: AM00BV84-3005
General information
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 (2020)
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Industrial Design (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023)
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Wearable Design
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Interior Architecture and Furniture Design
Teachers
- Sara Ikävalko
- Noora Nylander
- Heikki Saros
- Timo Sulkamo
- Petteri Venetjoki
Scheduling groups
- Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
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MLTIPAMU20S
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MLTIKOP20S
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MLTITEMU20S
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MLTISIK20S
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MLTIPUMU20S
Small groups
- Luennot 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- obtain, utilise and assess R&D-related information and their sources critically
- follow the rules of ethical principles applied in all research activities
- select and use the most typical research and development methods of their own field
- write a scientific report and is familiar with the requirements for language and style and how to document the sources.
Implementation and methods of teaching
The course consists of lectures and group and individual tasks. Course materials will be published in the Moodle learning environment.
Timing and attendance
The course consists of 6 lectures (4 hours each). Mandatory presence min. 80%. First contact teaching day mandatory
Learning material and recommended literature
Study materials will be published in Moodle e-learning environment. The iInstitute of Design Design method material is recommended: (link)
Alternative completion methods
The course activity s based on contact lessons and group and individual work. Optional study methods are to be agreed with the teacher.
Exam retakes
Evaluation is based on the work presented during the course
Learning environment
Lessons at the university, library, digital learning environment.
Student time use and work load
Student work is 135 hours with main emphasis on students' own work.
Contents
Research and development methods are part of the thesis work studies. The content of the course consists of design research methods and thesis work guide lines. Main goal of the course is the individual thesis work report plan including the disposition and the research questions.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Subject specific knowledge and skills to start the thesis project.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed