On completion of the course, the candidate should have achieved the following learning outcomes, defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The candidate …

is in the forefront of knowledge of design science and Design Science Research as methodologies for conducting research in applied computer science, Information Systems and software engineering, and how the use of DSR differs between fields of research.
is in the forefront of knowledge of philosophical directions in research, and hereunder skills to discuss epistemological and ontological perspectives related to conducting research in applied computer science, Information Systems and software engineering.
can evaluate Design Science Research outcomes, artifacts and projects.
can reflect upon, evaluate and contribute with perspectives on Design Science Research and related methodologies.

Skills

The candidate …

can carry out the development of research proposals for conducting Design Science Research projects.
can suggest suitable Design Science research methodologies and research methods for a project within IS/IT/software engineering at high international standard.

General competence

The candidate ...

can demonstrate significant knowledge on ethical perspectives on research in applied computer science, software engineering and Information Systems.
can review, debate and communicate Design Science Related articles published through international conferences and journals

Subject description PIT9205

Design Science Research

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