Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Final Master's Degree Project II
Other languages of instruction: Catalan, Spanish
Teaching staff
Introduction
The student must prepare, present, and publicly defend an original research project in the field of endodontics.
The purpose of this course is to integrate and apply the knowledge acquired throughout the master's degree, fostering critical thinking, methodological reflection, and scientific communication in the field of endodontics.
Pre-course requirements
have passed TFM1
Objectives
Autonomously, rigorously, and critically apply the knowledge acquired in the master's degree.
Develop analytical, synthetic, and argumentative skills in an academic and scientific context.
Properly manage available scientific and technological information.
Communicate research results to specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear and structured manner.
Propose, design, and execute a research project or systematic review in endodontics.
Integrate scientific evidence with advanced clinical practice.
Prepare a scientific manuscript following international publication standards.
Orally defend and argue the conclusions obtained, competently responding to questions posed by an academic panel.
Prepare a scientifically sound written work in the field of endodontics.
Apply clinical, experimental, and bibliographical review research methodologies.
Interpret and discuss the results obtained in relation to the existing scientific literature.
Prepare and deliver a clear, organized, and academically rigorous oral presentation.
Competences/Learning outcomes of the degree programme
- CN03 - Carry out a critical analysis to rigorously assimilate the different scientific methodologies
- HB01 - Carry out an adequate and precise bibliographic search of the different endodontic treatments.
- HB02 - Apply different sources of information (scientific publications and gray literature) depending on the endodontic context found.
Learning outcomes of the subject
- - Master's Thesis - LEARNING OUTCOMES Title – CN03, HB01, HB02, CP05 Subject – Students will be able to: 1. Define the main concepts of research in health sciences, as well as the different phases of the research process . 2. Distinguish between quantitative and qualitative research models, identifying the main advantages and limitations of both models. 3. Structure an appropriate bibliographic search strategy in the main databases related to health sciences, and evaluate the results obtained critically. 4. Describe the basic concepts related to measuring variables and obtaining quantitative data, as well as the different procedures for obtaining quantitative data and identifying them in published studies. 5. Write a scientific summary for the preliminary presentation of results at conferences and conferences, as well as prepare an oral communication and/or poster based on a research protocol based on the scientific method. 6. Develop a research project applying new techniques learned and managing time and resources. 7. Properly write the introduction, justification, objectives, hypotheses, state of the art, materials and methods, results, discussion and conclusions of your master's thesis. 8. Defend the "Master's Thesis" completed before a competent court in Dentistr
Syllabus
The course content will be geared toward the preparation and completion of the Master's Thesis, including:
Research methodology applied to endodontics:
Writing an introduction and objectives.
Methodological design and description of materials and methods.
Ethical standards in research.
Results and discussion:
Statistical analysis of clinical or experimental data.
Comparison with the scientific literature.
Limitations and future projections.
Scientific writing:
Structure of a scientific manuscript.
Citation standards and bibliographic references.
Preparation of tables, graphs, and images.
Defense and communication of the Master's Thesis:
Preparation of an oral presentation (PowerPoint/Keynote).
Scientific communication strategies.
Simulation of a defense before a panel.
Teaching and learning activities
In person
Personalized tutoring with the Master's Thesis Director(s).
Independent student work on research, writing, and defense preparation.
Group support seminars on scientific writing, statistical analysis, and communication techniques.
Practical simulations of presentations and oral defenses.
Evaluation systems and criteria
In person
Written Final Project Report (70%)
Originality and scientific relevance.
Methodological rigor and appropriateness to objectives.
Clear writing and formal structure.
Updated and high-quality bibliography.
Oral defense of the Final Project (30%)
Clarity of presentation and structure.
Synthesis and oral communication skills.
Proficiency in responding to the panel's questions and comments.