R&D Projects (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Objective

After completing the course the student is able to
- explain the general principles of project work and the stages of project planning
- specify the themes and objectives of projects in their field
- evaluate the use of different ICT tools in project work
- apply project planning tools to initial project planning
- apply the core competence of one's own field in the preparation of a project application
- identify key industry-related practices related to projects
- evaluate the relationship between project objectives, measures and results
- make a project or grant plan for applying for funding
- locate one's skills in the project field in relation to career planning.

Execution methods

(Web-based) teaching (approx. 15 h) and supervision (1–2 h). Independent work and/or group work (approx. 115 h).

Accomplishment methods

Participation in teaching, independent and group assignments, idea paper for a project, presentation / pitching of an idea paper.

Content

Project preparation and step-by-step planning for a project, self-management in project work, information and communication technology and creativity in practical project work. Getting acquainted with the sources of funding and its selection, ideation and adaptation of the project to the source of funding, preparation and continuation of the project idea paper as a project application.

Materials

Available in Moodle.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Fail: Performance is highly deficient or erroneous. The work may be based on serious misunderstandings.

Pass: Performance corresponds to the assignment, manifesting comprehension and a skill to analyse and justify.

Qualifications

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