THESIS-I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SBE501	THESIS-I	5	0	0	30

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	MASTER'S DEGREE, TYY: + 7.Level, EQF-LLL: 7.Level, QF-EHEA: Second Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. NEVRUZ BERNA TATLISU
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to develop and demonstrate the problems and difficulties in the field by applying the systematic theory and research methods acquired in undergraduate and graduate education, and to develop and demonstrate their abilities in defining and explaining them, and to gain knowledge and skills to independently pursue specialist tasks at the end of the master program.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Thesis work stages; The examination phase, which can be defined as defining the subject of interest and getting used to the subject, data collection and processing and justification of the thesis topic, defining the limitations, problem(s) to be solved or expected development(s), what the collected information shows, this information in line with the general purposes of the thesis. The planning phase in which what it is about is taken into account, the presentation of the theoretical framework that is seen to be related to the thesis topic, the procedures for data collection and linking the theory to the subject of the thesis, the methods and techniques to be used for the development and implementation of the thesis, the evaluation and monitoring of the plan and development processes of the thesis development processes. the implementation phase, where the thesis is written, corrected, presented and defended.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
The study comprehends interdisciplinary with other disciplines.
Creates, solves and / or measures scientific problems in theory and methods.
Associates the relevant literature with the thesis work.
Formulates the problems and implements the advanced tasks within the specified time.
Explains the results of the thesis using written, oral and visual techniques.
It systematically integrates the theoretical and factual knowledge required for expertise.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, Individual research	Analysing Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
2	Literature review	Analysing Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
3	Literature review	Analysing Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
4	Literature review	Analysing Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
5	Literature review	Analysing Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
6	Literature review	Presenting a report and/or give a departmental seminar, getting feedbacks and revising the analysing phase	Lecture, Question Answer
7	Literature review	Planning Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature review	Planning Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
10	Literature review	Presenting a report and/or give a departmental seminar, getting feedbacks and revising the planning phase	Lecture, Question Answer
11	Literature review	Implementation Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
12	Literature review	Implementation Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
13	Literature review	Implementation Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
14	Literature review	Implementation Phase	Lecture, Question Answer
15	Literature review	Presenting a report and/or give a departmental seminar, getting feedbacks and revising the implementation phase for further development of the thesis	Lecture, Question Answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Martin F. and Clark J.G. (2003) Introduction to Audiology, Allyn&Bacon.
Katz J.,(2002) Handbook of Clinical Audiology, Lippincott Williams&Wilkins.
Roeser RJ, Valente M, Hosford-Dunn H.(2000) Audiology Diagnosis, Thieme.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has comprehensive and expert knowledge about concepts, rules and phenomena in the field and nearby areas.
2	Gain knowledge of service processes in the sector, management principles and rules, and effective factors on service.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	List the solutions for the problems that may be encountered in the area and nearby areas.
2	Has detailed information about scientific research methods used to follow current developments.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Knowledge in the field and nearby areas, researches, correlates and makes inferences between the concepts.
2	Use the knowledge and concepts learned in the management and control of service processes.
3	Analyze knowledge, concepts and methods in the sector; evaluate critically.
4	Design possible solutions by using research methods in detail and explains these solutions in a way that is understandable in the sector.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Realize the planning, coordination, management and control functions by applying the rules of legislation.
2	Follow closely new developments in the service sector and contribute to its field by presenting original academic studies.
3	Identify the deficiencies in the application processes as a result of the analyzes and develops appropriate methods to complete them.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Work independently in a group
2	Conduct the process with the team or alone by offering creative solutions to problems.
3	Take responsibility in group work and control time management of both himself and his team.
4	Develop methods to increase motivation in team work.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Gain new knowledge and skills by using detailed research competence to improve himself / herself academically and professionally.
2	In line with the principle of lifelong learning, learn innovations by closely following current developments.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use the information and communication technologies required by the field at the level of expertise.
2	Take part in team works by establishing effective interpersonal communication.
3	Follow the developments in the sector and communicates with stakeholders in written and verbal form.
4	Recognize different cultures and provide collaborations in related field thanks to social ability.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Distribute the tasks in a fair way regardless of the characteristics of the team employees.
2	Carry out sustainable practices by caring about the social and natural environment.
3	While fulfilling its responsibilities in line with the legal regulations and rules, it shows tolerance and respect to its colleagues.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	0	0	0
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	30	420
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	1	100	100
Field Study	1	245	245
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	17	0	766