Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years (1.8.2018-31.7.2020), which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

During the seminar students are able to develop the structure of the doctoral thesis, its methodology, theories, and conceptual framework. The students are able to present their work, comment on others presentations and participate in an academic discussion in English.

Credits: 5

Schedule: 22.09.2020 - 11.05.2021

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Kimmo Lapintie

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Kimmo Lapintie

Contact information for the course (valid 31.08.2020-21.12.2112):

Professor Kimmo Lapintie, 

Head of Research of the Department

kimmo.lapintie(at)aalto.fi

Tel. +358 50 5842710

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Teaching language: English

Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    During the seminar students are able to develop the structure of the doctoral thesis, its methodology, theories, and conceptual framework. The students are able to present their work, comment on others presentations and participate in an academic discussion in English.

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Assessment is based on activity in the seminar and own presentation.

Workload
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Participation in the seminars 27 hrs, working on one s own research with literature 80 hrs, preparation of presentation and commentary 26 hrs.

DETAILS

Substitutes for Courses
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    ARK-L5001 Doctoral Stables, research seminar

Prerequisites
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    MSc or corresponding, selected to the Doctoral Program of Arts, Design and Architecture.

SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    3 Good Health and Well-being

    4 Quality Education

    5 Gender Equality

    6 Clean Water and Sanitation

    7 Affordable and Clean Energy

    8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

    9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

    10 Reduced Inequality

    11 Sustainable Cities and Communities

    13 Climate Action

    14 Life Below Water

    15 Life on Land

    16 Peace and Justice Strong Institutions

    17 Partnerships for the Goals

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