Course - Research Methods in Information Security and Communication Technology - IIK8110
IIK8110 - Research Methods in Information Security and Communication Technology
About
New from the academic year 2024/2025
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Essay
Grade: Passed / Not Passed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 100/100 |
Course content
The seminar will be given in autumn provided a sufficient number of students is enrolled or at the discretion of the lecturers.
The seminar covers research methods relevant for the given cohort covering qualitative and quantitative methods at a level relevant for research required to adapt and extend research methods
Learning outcome
After having successfully completed the course, students are expected to have mastered the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
- The seminar introduces selected research methods and problems related to their area of study, also identifying problematic areas and misconceptions. The exact topics are to be chosen each semester the course is offered depending on the profile and research topics of the participants.
Skills
- Ability to select and adapt research methods and techniques suitable for the candidate's research field
General competence
- Capability to critique the use of research methods and their limitations in the research of both the participants and in the literature.
Learning methods and activities
Block seminars and project work.
Compulsory requirements: None
Students must comply with all NTNU regulations on aids and materials and must prepare their papers individually.
Further on evaluation
Re-sit: Whole course must be re-taken.
Students are to write an individual essay based on questions posed in advance, submission should occur at the same time.
Participants must prepare a research survey article on a topic related to one of the research methods deemed most pertinent to their field of research.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Information Security and Communication Technology (PHISCT)
Recommended previous knowledge
None.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Course materials
Articles and hand-out material will be provided by the lecturers.
No
Version: 1
Credits:
2.5 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: English
Location: Gjøvik , Trondheim
- Information Security
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Information Security and Communication Technology
Examination
Examination arrangement: Essay
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Essay 100/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"