SBT800 - RESEARCH STUDIES ON THESIS I

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
RESEARCH STUDIES ON THESIS I SBT800 Any Semester/Year 2 2 3 8
PrequisitesNone
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Question and Answer
Preparing and/or Presenting Reports
Brain Storming
 
Instructor (s)Thesis advisor 
Course objectiveTransferring special knowledge and experience from advisor to PhD students in the scientific field of the advisor, defining problems on thesis or thesis related subjects by PhD student. PhD student will master the literature on the subject and prepare a literature review that will capture the definition and significance of the problem for at least one of the selected research topics.  
Learning outcomes
  1. Determines the research subjects in the field related to his/her thesis,
  2. Searches the literature on those subjects.
  3. Evaluates the acquired literature.
  4. Knows scientific writing rules.
  5. Knows the parts and the contents of a scientific article.
  6. Writes scientific research articles and/or literature reviews in the field related to his/her thesis.
Course ContentPhD student determines research subjects with his/her advisor, conducts detailed reading and discussions on those subjects and complies them. 
ReferencesScientific literate related to thesis topic 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Advisor and student determines the research subjects
Week 2Advisor and student determines the research subjects
Week 3Advisor and student determines the research subjects
Week 4Literature search in selected subjects
Week 5Literature search in selected subjects
Week 6Literature search in selected subjects
Week 7Revisiting the determined research topics in the light of literature data
Week 8Repetition of literature search if improvement/change is needed in research subjects, if not, summarizing the collected information
Week 9Selecting one of the research subjects in the light of collected information
Week 10Preparing a scientific literature review based on the performed literature search
Week 11Preparing a scientific literature review based on the performed literature search
Week 12Preparing a scientific literature review based on the performed literature search
Week 13Preparing a scientific literature review based on the performed literature search
Week 14Preparing a scientific literature review based on the performed literature search
Week 15Preparation to final exam
Week 16Final exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance140
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments1030
Presentation00
Project120
Seminar00
Midterms00
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes050
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes050
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 2 28
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application14228
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14570
Presentation / Seminar Preparation000
Project13434
Homework assignment10660
Midterms (Study duration)000
Final Exam (Study duration) 12020
Total Workload5469240

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Develops and enhances specialized knowledge and competencies acquired in a Master's degree in movement and sport through literature and/or research.    X
2. Understands interdisciplinary interactions, reaching original results and knowledge by analyzing and synthesizing new and complex ideas.    X
3. Possesses necessary knowledge and technological skills in exercise and sport.  X  
4. Recognizes the importance of ethical principles for individuals and society.   X 
5. Masters scientific research methods in exercise and sport.    X
6. Plans and executes a research project; disseminates results through reports, articles, and presentations.    X
7. Critically analyzes, synthesizes, and evaluates new and complex ideas.    X
8. Provides creative solutions to problems in using field-related technological equipment.  X  
9. Introduces new thoughts, ideas, methodologies, and applications, contributing to the field's advancement.    X
10. Takes a leading role in resolving interdisciplinary issues and problems.   X 
11. Develops new ideas and methods using advanced cognitive processes for creative problem-solving.    X
12. Leads and manages events and discussions on social relations and norms, facilitating necessary changes.   X 
13. Proficient in at least one European foreign language at C1 level for advanced communication.   X 
14. Addresses social, cultural, scientific, and ethical issues, contributing to societal advancement in movement and sport.    X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest