Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Module 11: Final Degree Project
Other languages of instruction: Catalan, English,
Teaching staff
Introduction
The Master’s Final Project (TFM) consists of the development of an individual or group project focused on a topic related to one of the program’s contents. The project is carried out under the guidance of a tutor, who will act as a facilitator and coordinator of the learning process.
The TFM aims for students to engage in a research project or practical assignment, where they must apply the knowledge acquired throughout the Master’s program. Therefore, it should focus on the application of competencies gained during the course, and students must demonstrate the ability to search for, manage, organize, and interpret relevant data, provide scientific judgments and evaluations, and reflect on topics of significance within the fashion sector.
The project must be original, unpublished, and not previously submitted by the student in other degrees and/or institutions.
Pre-course requirements
None.
Objectives
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To develop the ability to collect and interpret relevant data in order to make judgments that include reflection on topics within the fashion field.
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To provide students with specific competencies for information research and conducting investigative tasks independently.
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To enable students to write and publicly present a project before a specialized panel.
Competences/Learning outcomes of the degree programme
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To create original content, proposals, and research methodologies.
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To apply the knowledge acquired throughout the course that is relevant to the student’s field of study.
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To identify the latest trends in the sector within their area of study.
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To communicate persuasively, both in the writing of the project and in its defense before a panel.
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To apply critical thinking and work with ethical values, respecting fundamental rights and equality among individuals.
Learning outcomes of the subject
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To develop a research project in accordance with the quality standards required by the academic institution.
Syllabus
Students must choose between one of the following options:
A) Academic Work
This includes empirical research, both quantitative and qualitative; theoretical review and bibliographic research; technical, organizational, and economic studies; analysis of audiovisual works; resolution of real case studies; or others. This type of TFM should have a maximum length of 60 pages and should contain the following sections:
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Declaration of authenticity of the Master’s Final Project
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Title
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Summary / Abstract
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Keywords: between 5-7
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Index:
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Introduction
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Theoretical/conceptual framework
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Hypotheses, objectives, and methodology
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Results and discussion
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Case studies (if this methodology is used)
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Conclusions, presented in an orderly manner, arguing whether the objectives have been achieved and the hypotheses demonstrated.
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References
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Appendices. Tables, charts, figures, photos, graphs, or any complementary material.
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B) Practical, Creative, and Professional Work
In cases where the Master’s Final Project has a practical or creative nature, its format will not correspond to a monographic research, as it is oriented toward the professional world. It consists of a project accompanied by a written report (minimum 30 pages) and the subsequent development of the concrete professional proposal (minimum 20 pages). Depending on the object of study and the proposal, it should include the necessary phases for its development. After submission, the TFM defense will take place.
This explanatory report for the TFM should include, among other things, the information specified in the following sections:
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Declaration of authenticity of the Master’s Final Project
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Title
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Summary / Abstract
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Keywords: between 5-7
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Index:
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Introduction and objectives
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Market, creative process, and documentation
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Development of the proposed work
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Conclusions, presented in an orderly manner and consistent with the previous sections
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References and/or web references, etc.
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Teaching and learning activities
In person
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Reading and analysis of materials: independent student work prior to the presentation of results.
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Coaching: individual or group guidance by the tutor to correct errors, clarify doubts, and plan the steps required to meet the project submission deadline.
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Submission of materials: periodic delivery of chapters or sections of the project to the tutor/supervisor for approval before the final submission deadline.
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Defense preparation: development of visual aids, content memorization, and body language training.
Evaluation systems and criteria
In person
Projects will be evaluated according to the following grading percentages:
- 50% Tutor
- 50% Examination Panel
Approval from the tutor is required in order to submit the project and proceed with the defense before the examination panel.
Bibliography and resources
None.