545-0222/04 – Seminar to Diploma Thesis (SDP)

Complete the final work with the corresponding content links of the individual parts and objectives. Write the final work with appropriate content and form. To defend the conclusions from the final thesis.

The seminar follows the Diploma Thesis Project course and focuses on practical implementation, interpretation of results and final completion of the diploma thesis. It guides students to independently perform analyses, evaluate findings and formulate complex proposals for practice. The course reflects on the use of AI for advanced data visualization and synthesis of discussion chapters. The course prepares students for a successful and convincing defense of the diploma thesis before the state examination board. After completing the course, the student will achieve the following learning outcomes: Professional knowledge The student discusses the principles of substantive discussion of results and their setting in a broader professional and economic context. Clarifies the logic of the structure of complex design measures and the quantification of their benefits. Identifies key aspects of opponent opinions and the strategy of professional argumentation during the master's defense. Professional skills The student processes and analyzes larger data sets and evaluates the established research questions or hypotheses. Applies AI tools for visualization of results, back-checking the logical continuity of the text and formulating a summary. Compiles a comprehensive text of the thesis that meets all formal, linguistic and professional requirements of a master's degree. General competencies Critically assesses the limits of one's own research, the reliability of data and formulates arguments for professional polemics. Defends the conclusions reached and practical recommendations before the examination committee. Accepts and applies standards of professional and academic ethics, including transparent disclosure of the use of AI tools.

HACKER Diana a SOMMERS Nancy. A Writer's Reference with Exercises. 10th edition. Bedford/St. Martin's, 2020. ISBN 978-1-319-33300-3.

Obligatory fulfillment of the tasks within specified deadlines according to the valid schedule.