Thesis Writing Process (5 cr)
Code: IM00BR69-3009
General information
- Enrolment period
- 01.05.2020 - 30.12.2020
- Registration for the implementation has ended.
- Timing
- 03.09.2020 - 30.12.2020
- Implementation has ended.
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Local portion
- 0 cr
- Virtual portion
- 5 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Online learning
- Unit
- Media and Arts
- Campus
- TAMK Mediapolis
- Teaching languages
- English
- Seats
- 10 - 30
- Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Media and Arts
Objectives (course unit)
The student is able to:
- write an exploratory text and research report
- write a report
- get and give constructive feedback and suggestions on writing
- develop skills needed to do their final thesis
Content (course unit)
Writing process, essays, peer review
Exam schedules
na
Evaluation methods and criteria
The course is evaluated on a pass/fail scale based on the completion of ten tasks from the online course, culminating in the writing of a 10-15 page "mock" thesis which should adhere to the same rules as a thesis proper.
Assessment scale
Pass/Fail
Teaching methods
The entire course is conducted online, in Moodle, and involves task completion based on an understanding of the TAMK Report Guide.
Learning materials
Materials include the TAMK thesis writing guide, past theses from Theseus.fi and the TAMK thesis template.
Student workload
Students decide themselves their own timetable for task completion.
Content scheduling
na
Completion alternatives
na
Practical training and working life cooperation
Useful for anyone interested in academic writing.
International connections
na
Further information
The entire course is to be done online and with no set deadline, so that the student is able to complete tasks at their own discretion.