Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, 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

The learning outcomes below define the knowledge, skills and competences the student is expected to acquire from the course.

Knowledge

- Students will know what constitutes academic research

- Students have knowledge about basic concepts in research, such as research plan, research design, methodology, methods, data, analysis, and theory

- Students will know how to find knowledge and how to evaluate it critically

- Students will be aware of essentials in research ethics

Skills and competences

-Students will be able to conduct a literacy review efficiently and meaningfully

-Students will be able to plan and structure their own research process

-Students can apply critical and analytical thinking to their research

Credits: 3

Schedule: 27.10.2020 - 01.12.2020

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Jaana Brinck

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Jaana Brinck

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

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:

    This course provides students with basic knowledge about academic research. During the course students learn how to use libraries' facilities, online databases and Visual Research Centre (VRC) to advance their studies.

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Assessment methods include Assignments (80%), Discussion (20%). In addition, 80% attendance is required.

Workload
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Small group contact 18h + independent and group work 63 h 

DETAILS

Study Material
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    x

Prerequisites
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    x