•   Thesis Phase 1 THE7HH801-3066 20.10.2025-12.12.2025  5   (ITE6PAICB1, ...) +-
    Learning objectives
    Upon completion of the module, the student is able to

    • Know different stages of the thesis process
    • Know the aim of her/his thesis
    • Search for information in a variety of reliable sources.
    • Define the key concepts of her/his thesis.
    • Create a realistic schedule for her/his thesis
    • Know requirements and the basic structure of the thesis.
    • plan a research-based development project outline.
    Starting level and linkage with other courses
    Studies specified by the degree.
    Contents
    • Thesis at Haaga-Helia
    • Thesis process and progress in Wihi
    • Student’s role and responsibilities during the thesis process
    • Confidentiality in theses
    • Content and extent of the thesis
    • Content and extent of a research-based development project
    • Source information search, reliable information and critical evaluation of them.
    • Formal referencing
    • Selection criteria for research and innovation methods
    • Thesis reporting according to Haaga-Helia reporting guidelines
    • Self management during the thesis process.
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria - grade 1
    See thesis assessment criteria in haaga-helia.fi
    Assessment criteria - grade 3
    See thesis assessment criteria in haaga-helia.fi
    Assessment criteria - grade 5
    See thesis assessment criteria in haaga-helia.fi

    Teaching methods and instruction

    NOTE! Only Business Information Technology (ITBBA) students are accepted for this course-based thesis implementation.

    Upon completion of the module, the student is able to
    • Know different stages of the thesis process
    • Know the aim of her/his thesis
    • Search for information in a variety of reliable sources.
    • Define the key concepts of her/his thesis.
    • Create a realistic schedule for her/his thesis
    • Know requirements and the basic structure of the thesis.
    • plan a thesis project outline.

    !Consult your study advisor about registration practices!

    Learning material and recommended literature

    Thesis instructions at haaga-helia.fi site: https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/thesis-bachelors-degree.
    Instructions in Moodle.

    Working life connections

    The implementation involves the completion of one's own thesis, which can be done as an assignment for working life.

    Campus

    Pasila Campus

    Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

    -

    Teaching language

    English

    Internationality

    The implementation involves writing your own thesis, which can use international sources and methods.

    Timing

    20.10.2025 - 12.12.2025

    Learning assignments

    The implementation involves doing your own thesis work: Weekly assignments that will help you complete your thesis.

    Enrollment

    14.05.2025 - 22.05.2025

    Content scheduling

    The student participates in supervision sessions according to the implementation schedule (Thursdays at 16:00-17:30) and also promotes the thesis independently according to his/her own schedule plan.
    The goal is to complete the thesis within two periods. The group will continue meetings during the next period.

    Groups
    • ITE6PAICB1
    • ITE6PASOF1
    • ITE6PADIG1
    • ITE6PAICI1
    • CONTACT
    • BLENDED
    Alternative learning methods

    -

    Teachers

    Juha Hinkula, Taru Hakulinen

    Seats

    5 - 16

    Further information

    Thesis phase 1, is completed successfully when the thesis plan has been submitted and the thesis has been started. The supervisor marks the completion in Wihi by approving phase 1/3.

    Degree Programme

    ITBBA Business Information Technology

    R&D proportion

    0.00 cr

    Virtual proportion

    2.50 cr

    Evaluation scale

    H-5