SOS590 ThesisIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Master of Arts in Social and Cultural Studies with thesisGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Master of Arts in Social and Cultural Studies with thesis
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code: SOS590
Course Name: Thesis
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
0 30
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Master TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Second Cycle EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. ESRA KÖTEN
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi İLKER ÇAYLA
Prof. Dr. MUSTAFA ERDİNÇ TELATAR
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: In this course, the student is responsible for creating thesis content, conducting research, analyzing and synthesizing the findings, writing the thesis and presenting it within the framework of academic rules. For this purpose, the thesis writing rules and basic principles related to the writing of academic works will be discussed and applied in the thesis course.
Course Content: General rules and approaches about thesis writing.
Will be able to handle the thesis with a critical approach.
Evaluating published research reports and articles in terms of writing rules.
Critical reading, comprehension, synthesis, comparison.
Source scanning and citation.
Apply ethical and formal principles related to academic writing rules.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Apply the ethical and formal rules of academic writing.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Scan and quote sources.
2) Apply skills related to critical reading, comprehension, synthesis and comparison.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) Discuss the general rules and approaches related to thesis writing.
Learning Competence
1) Handle the thesis with a critical approach.
Field Specific Competence
1) Evaluate published research reports and articles in terms of writing rules.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
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Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Bilimsel makaleler ve kitaplar
References: Scientific articles and books

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Learn which concepts and theories in sociology are used in production of knowledge and how the knowledge produced is grounded in social reality.
2) Learn which sociological approaches and methods of analysis are used in which sociological fields and areas of specialization, and present and publish the original findings from these analyses, both individually and in teams, in accordance with academic principles.
3) Discuss critically cause and effect relationships used in sociological perspectives; thereby formulate visions, aims and targets by identifying gaps in the existing knowledge in their areas of interest.
4) Analyze and determine the formation, the structure and future development of such institutions as family, state, education and religion critically and scientifically; and develop policy proposals for implementation.
5) Gain lifelong learning skills and competencies, use them in everyday life situations and professional contexts, and thereby develop, implement and manage projects, with socially responsible approaches.
6) Combine sociology with other social sciences such as psychology, philosophy and anthropology, employ interdisciplinary approaches, and thereby develop new conceptualizations and interpretations.
7) Learn to conduct sociological research by using both qualitative and quantitative methods, select the subject, develop a research question, formulate a theoretical framework with variables and hypotheses, prepare questionnaires, collect and analyze data from a sample, write a research report, and disseminate the findings in professional fields of interest within a social, cultural, and ethical framework.
8) Acquire skills and competencies for taking initiative in evaluating and changing norms while implementing decisions in social problem areas.
9) Pursue national and international publications and innovations and thereby find solutions to problems using qualitative and quantitative data and publish and disseminate best practices.
10) Know, contribute to, and participate in current sociological debates, and be ready to go ahead with a third cycle program.
11) Have unbiased attitudes towards the universality of social rights and social justice, value high standards of quality, respect cultural values, promote environmental protection, health and work safety at work, and be open to change.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Learn which concepts and theories in sociology are used in production of knowledge and how the knowledge produced is grounded in social reality. 4
2) Learn which sociological approaches and methods of analysis are used in which sociological fields and areas of specialization, and present and publish the original findings from these analyses, both individually and in teams, in accordance with academic principles. 4
3) Discuss critically cause and effect relationships used in sociological perspectives; thereby formulate visions, aims and targets by identifying gaps in the existing knowledge in their areas of interest. 4
4) Analyze and determine the formation, the structure and future development of such institutions as family, state, education and religion critically and scientifically; and develop policy proposals for implementation. 4
5) Gain lifelong learning skills and competencies, use them in everyday life situations and professional contexts, and thereby develop, implement and manage projects, with socially responsible approaches. 5
6) Combine sociology with other social sciences such as psychology, philosophy and anthropology, employ interdisciplinary approaches, and thereby develop new conceptualizations and interpretations. 4
7) Learn to conduct sociological research by using both qualitative and quantitative methods, select the subject, develop a research question, formulate a theoretical framework with variables and hypotheses, prepare questionnaires, collect and analyze data from a sample, write a research report, and disseminate the findings in professional fields of interest within a social, cultural, and ethical framework. 5
8) Acquire skills and competencies for taking initiative in evaluating and changing norms while implementing decisions in social problem areas. 5
9) Pursue national and international publications and innovations and thereby find solutions to problems using qualitative and quantitative data and publish and disseminate best practices. 5
10) Know, contribute to, and participate in current sociological debates, and be ready to go ahead with a third cycle program. 5
11) Have unbiased attitudes towards the universality of social rights and social justice, value high standards of quality, respect cultural values, promote environmental protection, health and work safety at work, and be open to change. 3

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Thesis Preparation

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Tez Sunma

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Final 1 % 100
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 0
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 100
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Application 1 100
Field Work 1 100
Study Hours Out of Class 1 100
Presentations / Seminar 1 100
Project 1 100
Homework Assignments 1 100
Paper Submission 1 100
Jury 1 100
Final 1 100
Total Workload 900