| ARCHITECTURE (ENGLISH, THESIS) | |||||
| Master | TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 | QF-EHEA: Second Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 7 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| ARC5888-2 | Master Thesis | Spring | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Must Course |
| Course Level: | |
| Prerequisites: |
ARC5888-1 - Master Thesis |
| Mode of Delivery: | Hybrid |
| Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. DURNEV ATILGAN YAĞAN |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Prof. Dr. NİLAY ÜNSAL GÜLMEZ Prof. Dr. EMİNE ÜMRAN TOPÇU Prof. Dr. SEMA ESEN SOYGENİŞ Assist. Prof. DURNEV ATILGAN YAĞAN Prof. Dr. MEHMET BENGÜ ULUENGİN Prof. Dr. AYŞE İREM KIRIŞ Prof. Dr. MELTEM VATAN Assoc. Prof. SUZAN GİRGİNKAYA AKDAĞ |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | Relevant courses on the Coursera platform can be suggested based on the students' individual study and research areas. |
| Course Objectives: | The aim of this course is to assist students in further developing their competencies and enhancing their ability to address research problems independently within the discipline of architecture. Thesis-II guides students in conducting independent research on a specific topic in the field of architecture using a scientific and methodical approach. Throughout the thesis process, students gain the ability to address a focused theme with scientific rigor, depth, and precision. Additionally, the course provides insights into the various stages of the research process, fostering an understanding of the relationship between the research question, theoretical perspective, research design, and methodological choices. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; I. Independently plan and conduct advanced-level studies in the field of architecture or related disciplines. II.Demostrate an ability to develop new approaches and produce knowledge at proficiency level researches both in architecture and related disciplines. III. Address a design problem within the field using critical thinking methods to create innovative and applicable solutions. IV. Effectively present the outcomes of research or design work through written, verbal, or visual media tools. V.Develops the lifelong learning abilities and maintain continuous professional development. VI. Act with awareness of the societal responsibilities, legal frameworks, ethical principles, and aesthetic values of the architectural discipline. |
| Preparation and submission of a thesis book that includes a clearly defined thesis statement within the selected research area, along with the findings derived from research, analysis, and synthesis. Thesis-II culminates with the submission and defense of the thesis book, presented to an academic Thesis jury in accordance with the format and submission guidelines set by the university. Discussions, observation, questionnaire, interviews, measurements, etc. are within the teaching methods of this course Teaching Methods and Techniques Used in the Course: Individual Study, Experiment, Field Trip, Observation, Reading, Case Study, Fieldwork, Discussion, Technology-Enhanced Learning, Problem Solving, Project, Implementation, Other. |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Overview of Thesis-I Progress and Feedback | Review the feedback received for Thesis-I and identify areas requiring further development. |
| 2) | Refining the Research Question and Objectives | Update and clarify the research question and objectives based on Thesis-I feedback. |
| 3) | Extending the Literature Review | Deepen the literature review, integrating new sources and addressing identified gaps. |
| 4) | Developing Research Methodology | Finalize the research methodology and outline the approach for data collection. |
| 5) | Data Collection Phase I | Begin implementing data collection methods and document progress. |
| 6) | Data Collection Phase II | Continue collecting data and organize it for preliminary analysis. |
| 7) | Data Analysis: Initial Insights | Perform a preliminary analysis of the collected data and document key findings. |
| 8) | Refining the Thesis Structure | Develop and organize the thesis structure, ensuring alignment with research objectives. |
| 9) | Refining the Thesis Structure | Develop and organize the thesis structure, ensuring alignment with research objectives. |
| 10) | Writing the Results Section | Draft the results section of the thesis, integrating findings with appropriate visuals. |
| 11) | Writing the Discussion Section | Draft the discussion section, addressing research questions and comparing findings with existing literature. |
| 12) | Reviewing and Revising the Full Thesis Draft. Preparation for Format Control | Compile all sections into a cohesive thesis draft and ensure compliance with formatting guidelines. |
| 13) | Final Revisions and Submission Preparations | Make final revisions to the thesis and prepare for submission to the jury. |
| 14) | Mock Defense | Conduct a trial defense presentation and incorporate feedback to refine the thesis. |
| 15) | Final Thesis Defense and Presentation | Defend the thesis before the academic Thesis jury and respond to questions and feedback. |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | |
| References: | GROAT, L. N.; WANG., D. Architectural research methods/ Linda N. Groat ; David Wang. [s. l.]: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2013. Disponível em: https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=8cde9663-0954-3c84-bc90-6c3f9ae8561f. T.M. DE JONG; D.J.M. VAN DER VOORDT. Ways to Study and Research Urban, Architectural and Technical Design. Delft, The Netherlands: IOS Press, 2002. Disponível em: https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=8a3bcdd3-89f5-3ecc-8f69-53493afc67bb. MICHAEL BIGGS. Doctorateness. [s. l.], 2017. DOI 10.4324/9781315526652-1. Disponível em: https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=3ce3a66e-03b0-3293-bca8-702bb4c8a714. CHEN, H. AND BAPTISTA NUNES, M. Overview and Selection of Research Methodology and Methods. Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore, 2023. doi:10.1007/978-981-99-1486-9_3. |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Final | 1 | % 80 |
| Paper Submission | 2 | % 20 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 20 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 80 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 12 | 60 | 720 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 750 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Develops the conceptual/theoretical and practical knowledge gained in undergraduate level to higher proficiency level. | 5 |
| 2) | Be able to conduct researches at proficiency level in Architecture and related disciplines individually and participate or take responsibility in groups. | 5 |
| 3) | Demostrate an ability to develop new approaches and produce knowledge at proficiency level researches both in architecture and related disciplines. | 5 |
| 4) | Apply critical thinking methods , identify, formulate, and effectively communicate the critical issues involved in the solution of design problems. | 5 |
| 5) | Evaluate the phenomena in Architectural History and analyse historical, social, political backgrounds of the contemporary developments . | 5 |
| 6) | Be able to conduct qualitatif and quantitatif researches on the discipline of Architecture. | 5 |
| 7) | Be able to communicate the results of his researches, design proposals , conceptual and practical thoughts in the field of architecture using written, oral, visual media | 5 |
| 8) | Develops the lifelong learning abilities. | 5 |
| 9) | Engage social, legal, ethical and aesthetical responsibility in the discipline of architecture. | 5 |