The student knows how to find relevant research knowledge and is capable of evaluating reference literature. He/she knows how to analyze the use of the most common research methodologies. The student understands the main differences between qualitative and quantitative research. He/she understands the principles of research ethics.

Data and knowledge acquisition, evaluation of the reliability and credibility of research, source criticism. Recapitulation of the central contents of research frameworks. Key methodologies within applied research. Reliability, validity and credibility in research. Research ethics. The course contributes in creating skills for carrying out thesis work.

Research and development competence acquired in Bachelor's degree

NQF/EQF, level 7

5 (excellent)
The student knows how to acquire scientific knowledge related to her/his field of interest. He/she is able to identify the research frameworks and methodologies used. The student is able to differentiate between the suitable research and development frameworks and is able to critically justify their use for her/his own field of interest.

4 (very good)
The student knows how to acquire scientific knowledge related to her/his field of interest. He/she is able to identify the research frameworks and methodologies used. The student is able to differentiate between the suitable research and development frameworks and is able to justify their use for her/his own field of interest.

3 (good)
The student knows how to acquire scientific knowledge related to her/his field of interest. He/she is able to identify the research frameworks and methodologies used. The student is able to differentiate between the suitable research and development frameworks and is able to justify their use for her/his own field of interest.

2 (satisfactory)
The student knows how to acquire scientific knowledge related to her/his field of interest. He/she is able to identify the research frameworks and methodologies used. The student is able to differentiate between the suitable research and development frameworks for her/his own field of interest.

1 (passable)
The student knows how to acquire scientific knowledge related to her/his field of interest. He/she is able to identify the research frameworks and methodologies used.

0 (fail)
Course learning goals can not be achieved.