Syllabus data

Teacher name ： Kayoko KINSHI
Course Title
Thesis Seminar 2
Course Title in English
Thesis Seminar 2
Course Type
Major Courses
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Eligible Students
School of Economics and Management
Target Grade
4Year
Course Numbering Code
KCCBG4MCA3
Credits
2.00Credits
The course numbering code represents the faculty managing the subject, the department of the target students, and the education category (liberal arts / specialized course). For detailed information, please download the separate manual from the upper right 'question mark'.
Type of Class
演習 (Seminar)
Eligible Year/Semester
Fall semester 2026
(Fall semester)
Instructor
Kayoko KINSHI
Affiliation
School of Economics and Management
Language of Instruction
English
Related SDGs
N/a
Office Hours and Location
B301
Office hours by appointment
Contact
kinshi@em.u-hyogo.ac.jp

Corresponding Diploma Policy
A double circle indicates the most relevant DP number and a circle indicates the associated DP.
Corresponding Undergraduate School DP
1◎／3◎／4◎
Corresponding Graduate School DP
ー
Corresponding University-Wide DP
N/a
Academic Goals of Teacher Training Course
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Course Objectives and Learning Outcome
This course aims to provide guidance and support for students doing their final graduation research and written and oral presentations. Using the knowledge gained in Research Seminars I, II, and III, this course is designed to support students in writing a well-conceived final paper and giving an effective presentation based on their individual research topics in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Students are expected to complete both their graduation paper and presentation within the one year of instruction in Thesis Seminar I and II.
Subtitle and Keywords of the Class
Keywords: research paper, research method, analysis
Course Overview and Schedule
Students will learn basic procedures for carrying out and presenting research: deciding on a basic topic of interest, reviewing relevant literature, setting a workable research question (or testing a hypothesis, if needed), selecting appropriate research methods of inquiry, structuring a thesis, writing a paper, and giving a presentation. They will also learn about research ethics, critical thinking skills, coediting, and how to come to a solution when a research project gets stuck.

1. Introduction
2 - 5. Discussions
6. Mid-term presentation (1)
7. Mid-term presentation (2)
8-11. Discussions
12. Final presentation (1)
13. Final presentation (2)
14. Review
15. Summary
In-person/Remote Classification
In-person
Implementation Method and Remote Credit Limit Application
• In-person classes only
• Not subject to the cap on distance-education credits
Uses of Generative AI
Limited permission for use
Precautions for using Generative AI
When using generative AI, please pay attention to the contents described in “Guidelines on the Use of Generative AI in Education at the University of Hyogo (For Students)” In this course, the use of generative AI is permitted only within the following scope, and use beyond this scope is prohibited. Students must follow the instructions of the instructor regarding the use of generative AI. If it is found that generative AI has been used beyond the scope approved by the instructor, credits may not be granted or may be revoked. It is important to verify factual accuracy and check/add sources and references for any content generated by AI. Submitting AI-generated output directly as assignments or reports is strictly prohibited.
Textbook
There is no specific textbook; all materials will be distributed in class or will be available in the university library.
References
References will be provided in class as needed.
Contents and Estimated Time for Pre- and Post- Learning (Preparation and Review)
Students will need to spend at least two hours preparing materials and reading for each class.
Contents of Active Learning
Students will learn to organize and present materials, and to participate in the discussion.
Grading Criteria and Methods
Students who demonstrate an understanding of the assigned tasks and successfully complete the required reports will receive grades based on their level of proficiency in achieving the course objectives and learning outcomes. Grades will be assigned as follows: S (90 points or higher), A (80 points or higher), B (70 points or higher), and C (60 points or higher).
Grading will be calculated as follows:  Class presentations (40%), Graduation Thesis (35%), Class discussions and comments (15%), and Assignments (10%).  
You are required to complete your graduation thesis by the due date and to make an oral presentation concerning it and answer questions about it at the presentation.
How to Disclose Assignments and Exam Results
Feedback will be provided in class or via Unipa when possible.
Precautions and Requirements for Course Registration
Students are expected to participate in class discussions actively and to cooperate.
Practical Education
n/a
Remarks
In cases where any differences arise between the English version and the original Japanese version, the Japanese version shall prevail as the official authoritative version.