MUPS1020 Research Method for Master's Thesis (5 cr)

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Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Music, Art and Culture Studies
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028

Description

This course provides an overview on the core methodological approaches used in empirical research, and focuses on the specific methodological and theoretical approaches the student decides to implement into their thesis.

Learning outcomes

After completing the course student is able to

  • recognize the core methodological approaches used in empirical research

  • apply the chosen theoretical-methodological approach in the context of his / her thesis

  • critically evaluate the reliability of the research method to the chosen theoretical approach. 


Additional information

Timing: 2nd year of study.

Recommended to be taken at same time as LIBEDATA Introduction to Research Data Management (1 op). Students of Music and Science must complete MUSS2001 Master's Seminar 1 before MUPS1020.

Recommended prerequisites

Study materials

Study material agreed at lectures or reception.


Completion methods

Method 1

Evaluation criteria:
Participation in contact teaching. The assessment is based on how the student achieves the learning objectives of the course. Active participation in teaching (at least 80%), assignments completed with approval, presentation of own research material.
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Method 2

Evaluation criteria:
Independent work. The assessment is based on how the student achieves the learning objectives of the course. Completing assigned tasks and reporting with approval.
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Parts of the completion methods
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Participation in teaching (5 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish

Teaching

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Independent study (5 cr)

Type:
Independent study
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish

Teaching