Overall objectives:

1 - Deepen scientific knowledge on research about design and research through design by performing research activity.
2 - Develop a research project applying an appropriate methodology.
3 - Deepen competencies to mature original ideas through research.
4 - Present a dissertation document evidencing a research hypothesis, scientific argument, methodology and results obtained.

Syllabus:

1 - Development of a dissertation project consisting of new knowledge production.
2 - Development of a dissertation of either theoretical or practical nature.
3 - Elaboration of a theoretical dissertation or practical project report of the work realized that is presented for a public jury defense.

Literature/Sources:

Yelavich, S. , 2020 , Thinking Design through Literature , Routledge
Albarello, L. et al. , 2005 , Práticas e Métodos de Investigação em Ciências Sociais. 2ª ed. , Lisboa: Gradiva.
Bottery, M., & Wright, N. , 2019 , Writing a Watertight Thesis: A Guide to Successful Structure and Defence , Bloomsbury Academic
Eco, U. , 2015 , How to write a thesis , Cambridge, MA: The MIT Press
MacCandles, D. , 2014 , Information is beautiful , London: Collins
Roberts, C. M., Hyatt, L., Kay, C., & C. , 2020 , The Dissertation Journey: A Practical and Comprehensive Guide to Planning, Writing, and Defending Your Dissertation (Updated) , Corwin

Assesssment methods and criteria:

Classification Type: Quantitativa (0-20)

Evaluation Methodology:
The prevailing Student Learning Assessment Regulations of the institution will be applied.