Applied Design Research (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Schedule

Intensive course:

SEPT: 05.05.2020 & 19.09.2020 and OCT 10.10.2020

Time: 09:00-16:00

Class 1003 and / or in Zoom

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Depending on the implementation. Learning takes place in contact lessons, independent studies, teamwork and online-studies. The assessment of one’s own learning.

Teaching methods and instruction

Learning methods
Depending on the implementation, learning takes place in contact lessons, as independent studies, teamwork and online-studies. Implementations can include literature, assignments, R&D co-operation and company projects. The course includes the assessment of one’s own learning.

Working life connections

Cooperation with the business community
The studies and learning assignments seek to mirror everyday business in corporations and other organisations. The learning sessions may include guest lectures, visits and/or real-life cases to be solved. Students apply their learning within their current work environment.

Internationality

International dimension
Depending on the implementation.

Completion alternatives

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
If students have acquired the required competence in previous work tasks, recreational activities or on another course, they can present their competence via a demonstration and thus progress faster through their studies. More information and instructions for recognising and validating prior learning (RPL) are available at MyNet.

Learning assignments

Course content
• What is applied research?
• Approaches in research and development work
• Data collection and analysis strategies
• The process of development work
• Research ethics
• Applied research as a part of organisational development

Assessment methods

Participation and activity
Research plan for own Master thesis