LEARNING OUTCOMES
The aim of the BSc thesis seminar is to learn and practice how to make a research plan, how to present research results in a clear manner, both orally and in writing, and to give critical and constructive feedback on the research papers of other students.
Credits: 2
Schedule: 16.09.2021 - 09.12.2021
Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Miri Stryjan
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):
Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):
Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
valid for whole curriculum period:
The seminar components are (i) the preparation and oral presentation of a research plan (ii) the oral presentation of a thesis based on academic research in economics, and (iii) reading and providing constructive comments on other students theses, with emphasis on acting as opponent on one other student s thesis.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
valid for whole curriculum period:
50% seminar presentation of own research plan and thesis
25% commenting on other students work
25% active seminar participation
Workload
valid for whole curriculum period:
Seminar meetings 24h
Preparation for seminars 30h
DETAILS
Substitutes for Courses
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Prerequisites
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FURTHER INFORMATION
Further Information
valid for whole curriculum period:
Teaching Period:
2021-2022
Autumn I-II
Spring III-IV
Course Homepage: https://mycourses.aalto.fi/course/search.php?search=ECON.bscsem
Registration for Courses: In the academic year 2021-2022, registration for courses will take place on Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi) instead of WebOodi.