Thesis 1Laajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The purpose of the thesis is to deepen the student's research and development skills. A thesis solves problems that arise from working life practices, renews the industry and produces new, reliable information for the industry and society as a whole. The thesis develops the student's abilities for demanding expert work.

The student demonstrates their mastery of the methods of development work and is able to apply them. During the thesis studies, an innovative way of thinking is deepened and strengthened. Through the thesis, the student acquires the ability to solve demanding research development tasks in their field.

There is a separate thesis manual to support the different stages of the thesis process and the actual completion of the thesis.

Content

The aim of the course is to start the student's thesis process. The course focuses on clarifying the idea of one's own thesis, working on the thesis plan and deepening the research and development skills that are central to the progression of one's own work.