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Master's Program of Graphic Design with Thesis

GRA504

THESIS II

Course Code
GRA504
Semester
Fourth Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
0 + 0
ECTS
30
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelMaster's Degree With Thesis
Year of Study2
SemesterFourth Term (Spring)
ECTS30
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Develop the ability to analyze and synthesize scientific data by completing theoretical and/or practical research conducted in line with the approved thesis topic.
  2. Gain competence in producing critical discussion, interpretation, and scientific conclusions by relating research findings to the relevant literature.
  3. Demonstrate proficiency in producing a coherent, consistent, and defensible master?s thesis text in accordance with academic writing, citation, and ethical standards.
  4. Acquire the skill to present and defend the thesis in line with scientific criteria and to respond effectively to academic feedback.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesYes(GRA503)
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionThe course aims to complete the thesis that the student started under the supervision of the advisor. For this purpose, it is aimed to carry out theoretical and/or practical studies depending on the thesis topic and to complete the thesis by performing the necessary readings and research.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week GENERAL OBJECTIVE: During this process, the student completes the research in accordance with the theoretical framework and methodology developed in Thesis I; analyzes and synthesizes the findings; and completes the master?s thesis in compliance with academic writing standards, making it ready for defense. Planning of the Thesis II Process: Review of the outcomes of Thesis I. Clarification of the objectives of Thesis II. Preparation of a detailed advisor?student working Schedule. Output: Updated thesis work plan.
2nd Week Implementation of the Methodology (Initial Phase): Initiation of the data collection process in accordance with the selected methodology. Conducting theoretical and/or practical studies. Output: Data collection process report
3rd Week Data Collection and/or Application Studies: Fieldwork, design practices, or experimental processes. Documentation and recording of the process. Output: Interim application outputs.
4th Week Completion of the Data Collection Process: Finalization of the dataset. Identification and resolution of deficiencies. Output: Completed dataset.
5th Week Data Analysis (I): Initiation of quantitative, qualitative, or visual analyses. Presentation of preliminary findings. Output: Preliminary analysis notes
6th Week Data Analysis (II): In-depth analysis of findings. Linking findings to the theoretical framework. Output: Analysis draft.
7th Week Midterm Evaluation: Comprehensive evaluation with the advisor. Revisions in terms of methodology, analysis, and content. Output: Revised analysis plan.
8th Week Writing of the Findings: Writing the findings chapter. Organization of graphics, tables, and visual materials. Output: Draft findings chapter.
9th Week Discussion and Interpretation: Comparison of findings with the literatüre. Addressing the research questions. Output: Draft discussion chapter.
10th Week Conclusion and Recommendations: Overall evaluation of the research. Contributions to the field and recommendations. Output: Draft conclusion chapter.
11th Week Integration of the Thesis Text. Integration of all chapters. Ensuring internal coherence and flow. Output: Comprehensive thesis draft.
12th Week Academic Writing and Formal Formatting. Academic writing style. Citation and reference formatting. Compliance with the institute?s thesis writing guidelines. Output: Formatted thesis text.
13th Week Final Review and Advisor Approval. Final revisions. Advisor feedback. Preparation for the defense. Output: Thesis submitted for advisor approval.
14th Week End-of-Semester Evaluation. Completion of the Thesis II process. Planning of the defense schedule. Output: Final thesis ready for submission.
Recommended or Required ReadingTürkçe Kaynaklar
Balcı, A. (2020). Sosyal bilimlerde araştırma: Yöntem, teknik ve ilkeler (13. bs.). Pegem Akademi.
Büyüköztürk, Ş., Kılıç Çakmak, E., Akgün, Ö. E., Karadeniz, Ş., & Demirel, F. (2022). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemleri (30. bs.). Pegem Akademi.
Karasar, N. (2020). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemi: Kavramlar, ilkeler, teknikler (35. bs.). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Yıldırım, A., & Şimşek, H. (2021). Sosyal bilimlerde nitel araştırma yöntemleri (12. bs.). Seçkin Yayıncılık.
İngilizce Kitaplar (Sosyal Bilimler Odaklı)
Braun, V., & Clarke, V. (2021). Thematic analysis: A practical guide. SAGE Publications.
Creswell, J. W., & Creswell, J. D. (2022). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches (6th ed.). SAGE Publications.
Creswell, J. W., & Plano Clark, V. L. (2018). Designing and conducting mixed methods research (3rd ed.). SAGE Publications.
Saldana, J. (2021). The coding manual for qualitative researchers (4th ed.). SAGE Publications.
Saunders, M., Lewis, P., & Thornhill, A. (2023). Research methods for business students (9th ed.). Pearson Education.
Yin, R. K. (2018). Case study research and applications: Design and methods (6th ed.). SAGE Publications.
APA, Etik ve Yapay Zeka - Web Kaynakları
American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). https://apastyle.apa.org
American Psychological Association. (2023). How to cite ChatGPT. https://apastyle.apa.org/blog/how-to-cite-chatgpt
Committee on Publication Ethics. (2023). Authorship and AI tools. https://publicationethics.org
Committee on Publication Ethics. (2019). COPE guidelines: Retraction guidelines. https://publicationethics.org/retraction-guidelines
International Committee of Medical Journal Editors. (2023). Recommendations for the conduct, reporting, editing, and publication of scholarly work. https://www.icmje.org
Yükseköğretim Kurulu. (2018). Bilimsel araştırma ve yayın etiği yönergesi. https://www.yok.gov.tr
TÜBİTAK. (2022). Araştırma ve yayın etiği kuralları. https://www.tubitak.gov.tr
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Assignment 8 40
Oral Exam 1 40
Total(%) 80
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 80
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 20
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 0 0 0
Preparation for Quiz 0 0 0
Individual or group work 14 12 168
Preparation for Final exam 0 0 0
Course hours 0 0 0
Preparation for Midterm exam 0 0 0
Laboratory (including preparation) 0 0 0
Final exam 0 0 0
Homework 8 50 400
Presentation (including preperation) 8 25 200
Project 1 50 50
Performance Practice 1 90 90
Total Work Load908
Total Work Load / 30 (h)30.26
ECTS Credit of the Course30
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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