Study Guide

Objective

The aim is that you
- can apply research and development methods
- acquire skills needed in the thesis process
- understand the purpose and use of various innovative methods in the fields of health and social care and education (e.g. experimental development and service design)
- can apply various innovation methods
- become familiar with the methods for futures research

Content

A multidisciplinary and multi-professional approach
The study unit / the course is divided into two sections:
- A: multidisciplinary development and innovation, 2cr
- B: field-specific section; basics of the thesis, 2 cr

Location and time

Section A: Independent Online Study in Moodle
Section B: Independent Online Study and Remote Learning, Thesis Idea Seminars

Teaching methods

The course consists of two parts.

In the first part, you will independently explore various development and innovation methods through materials and assignments. At the end of this section, you will reflect on what you have learned and discuss the applicability of these methods in the workplace as a team.

In the second part, you will prepare for the thesis process by enhancing your knowledge of research methods. At the end of the course, you will present your thesis topic in a thesis idea seminar.

Course Content:
Development methods (e.g., Lean, service design, and project management methods)
Innovation methods
Case studies and literature reviews
Producing an idea paper for your thesis
More detailed descriptions of each section can be found in Moodle.

Completion alternatives

No optional completion methods. AHOT (Recognition of Prior Learning) applies if you have higher education-level research methodology studies that are less than 10 years old.

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment methods and criteria

Successful completion of the course requires that all course assignments are completed according to the instructions and within the given deadline.

Any required revisions to the assignments must be submitted by the deadline; otherwise, the student will be transferred to the next course implementation.