Degree Project for Master's Degree (60 credits) in Audiology, 30 credits

Examensarbete för magisterexamen i audiologi, 30 hp

This course syllabus is valid from autumn 2017.

Please note that the course syllabus is available in the following versions:

Autumn2016 , Autumn2017 , Autumn2020

Course code: 2QA247
Course name: Degree Project for Master's Degree (60 credits) in Audiology
Credits: 30 credits
Form of Education: Higher Education, study regulation 2007
Main field of study: Audiology
Level: Second cycle, contains degree project for Master of Arts/Master of Science (60 credits)
Grading scale: Fail (U) or pass (G)
Department: Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology
Decided by: Board of Higher Education
Decision date: 2016-02-11
Revised by: Education committee CLINTEC
Last revision: 2016-12-08
Course syllabus valid from: Autumn 2017

Objectives

On completion of the course, the student should be able to:

identify and delimit a problem independently as well as formulate a research question relevant for the subject audiology
plan, carry out, compile, draw conclusions and present the results of an own research study orally and in writing in the form of a scientific manuscript written in either Swedish or English and intended for publication within given time frames
demonstrate advanced ability to search and review, evaluate and use relevant information from a scientific perspective critically as well as discuss new facts, phenomena and issues with different groups
make assessments with regard to relevant scientific, social and ethical aspects
have developed an understanding of research ethics and reflected around research-ethical dilemmas and apply this in an own research study
demonstrate an understanding of current research and development work and knowledge of the relationship between science and proven experience and its importance for the professional practice
give constructive criticism of the thesis of a fellow student as opponent at a seminar
show the skills required to participate in research and development work

Content

The student should independently, with consultative supervision, carry out a qualitative or quantitative study including all components in research process: literature search, preparation of issues, data collection, data processing, interpretation and presentation. The study should be carried out and the manuscript is written individually and in either Swedish or English. The extent and the quality of the study should correspond to an article intended for a scientific journal within the audiological field. The report is presented, and is reviewed at an examination seminar.

Teaching methods

The teaching includes literature studies, seminars and independent project work under supervision.

Examination

To pass the course, an approved scientific report as well as an oral presentation and defense of the study is required. Furthermore, the student should publicly discuss on another student's thesis. At larger deficiencies, the grade failed is given. Minor deficiencies can possibly be corrected after the instructions of examiner.

Transitional provisions

Examination may take place under the previous reading list during a period of one year after the renewal of the reading list. Examination will be provided during a period of two years after a close-down of the course.

Other directives

Course evaluation is carried out according to the guidelines that are established by the Board of education

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