Course content

The emphasis of the course is to learn how to conduct and empirical or theoretical study. This study could be a pilot experiment, to validate methods meant for the master paper. The study is done with guidance from the assigned master thesis tutor and presented in a written report. The topic must be approved by the tutor.

Learning outcome

The main objective of the course is to provide students with experience in collecting data and trying out instruments of measurement. The instruments could be questionnaires and interviews.

Learning methods and activities

Teaching method and activities: Research seminars and supervision equivalent to 2 hours per week. Form of assessment is the individual term paper.

Compulsory assignments

• Approved topic for the term paper and attendance at seminar.

Recommended previous knowledge

See formal requirements

Required previous knowledge

IDR3021, IDR3023, IDR3024, IDR3026 or equivalent

Course materials

To be given at the start of the course