INTRODUCTION TO THESIS AND SEMINAR PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ESS504	INTRODUCTION TO THESIS AND SEMINAR	3	0	0	18

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
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	Assoc.Prof. İLKE CİRİTCİ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. İLKE CİRİTCİ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	At the end of this course, students will: By adopting the principle of scientific reliability, it is aimed for the student to have the capacity to conduct research and present a thesis proposal.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The content of this course; methods of determining the topic and thesis name, thesis design and creating a contents page, writing the preface, introduction, purpose, importance and appendices, writing the theoretical and conceptual framework, rules for writing the scope and boundaries, universe and sample, writing dependent and independent variables and hypotheses, Writing the data collection technique and timing, writing the findings and conclusion section, rules regarding referencing, and thesis studies constitute application topics.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Develops theoretical knowledge of thesis writing.
Analyzes the prescribed regulations that should be taken into account when writing a thesis.
The individual formulates the approach for their thesis based on their acquired expertise in research methodologies.
Writes a thesis proposal using the theoretical and practical knowledge gained from this course.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading	Methods of determining general topic and thesis name	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
2	Reading	Creation of a thesis design and contents page.	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
3	Reading	Composing the preface, introduction, purpose, importance, and annexes.	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
4	Reading	Writing the theoretical and conceptual framework	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
5	Reading	Rules for writing scope and boundaries, population and sample	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
6	Reading	Writing dependent, independent variables and hypotheses	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
7	Reading	Writing data collection technique and schedule	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading	Writing the Findings and Conclusion section	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
10	Reading	Rules for citation and referencing	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
11	Reading	Rules for citation and referencing	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
12	Reading	Practice through thesis studies	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
13	Reading	Practice through thesis studies	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
14	Reading	Practice through thesis studies	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
15	Reading	Practice through thesis studies	Lecture & Question Answer & Research & Problem Solving
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Altunişik, R., Coşkun, R., Bayraktaroğlu, S., & Yildirim, E. (2005). Sosyal bilimlerde araştırma yöntemleri. Sakarya Publication, Adapazarı.
Berg, B. L., & Lune, H. (2015). Sosyal bilimlerde nitel araştırma yöntemleri. Eğitim Publication.
Taylor, S. J., Bogdan, R., & DeVault, M. (2015). Introduction to qualitative research methods: A guidebook and resource. John Wiley & Sons.
Becker, H. (2013). Sosyal Bilimcilerin Yazma Çilesi-Yazımın Sosyal Organizasyonu Kuramı-,(Çev: Şerife Güneş). Ankara: Heretik.

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	Have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge supported by graduate education in architecture and course resources containing up-to-date information and contribute to the field with current discussion and research topics in the post-graduate architectural environment.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To have the ability to use scientific, computer-based information technologies, aesthetic, artistic, historical and cultural background in the field of architecture, and the knowledge and understanding of co-production and discussion with different disciplines.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The students are able to have detail information regarding real life, experience and systems by focusing on the discipline of architecture.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They have the knowledge and concepts on the history of art, aesthetic, the skill of CAD use and cultural infrastructure.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are able to have planning and management skills under a group responsibility.
2	The students are able to gain the life-time learning skill that is the crucial part of the discipline of architecture
3	They are able to know how to deal with their learning needs in the educational life and after.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They consider the ethical issues strictly in case of collecting data, interpretation of the data, producing the projects and the phase of implementation in the field of architecture.
2	They have sufficient awareness regarding environmental protection and occupational health and safety issues and also they consider risk management and responsibility issues.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are able to transfer or share their comments and/or critiques regarding the architectural projects and problems with certain methods such as written, oral or other presentation techniques. They are also able to inform individuals or institutions in the field of architecture.
2	They are able to share their thoughts and suggestions by supporting them with numerical and qualitative manner in the architectural field with the specialists or not.
3	They are able to produce social responsibility projects and activities regarding social environment and they are also able to take active roles.
4	They are able to use of communication and information technologies effectively and efficiently in the field of architecture.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are able to work independently in the field of architecture and its production areas.
2	They are able to take responsibilities in the field of architectural productions in order to solve unpredictable problems and issues.

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	14	10	140
Preliminary & Further Study	12	12	144
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	12	12	144
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	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	14	14
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	10	10
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	42	0	454