Bachelor's Thesis and the Maturity TestLaajuus (15 ECTS)

Objective

The students can independently plan and finish a development project in their own field. The final project is followed by a written report, in which the students analyze and illustrate the stages and results of their studies clearly and logically. In addition, the constructed argument is well supported.

The students will improve their own professional skills and take responsibility of their learning process. They can also create well supported ideas for development and responsibly co-operate in the development projects with partners.

The students learn how to manage projects and apply research and development methods as well as skills needed for acquiring information in order to produce new information. They also learn how co conceptualize the phenomena in work life based on research information. They are also able to work independently and critically evaluate their own operations and solutions.

Content

* familiarizing oneself with the final project and the developing project; creating ideas
* creating a plan for the final thesis
* managing research and development related information; applying the methods into practise.
* improving independent research skills and problem solving skills
* creating arguments, reflecting, and justifying the decisions made
* completing the final thesis
* reporting and publishing the final thesis
* passing the maturity exam