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The course is connected to the following study programs

Recommended previous knowledge

The course requires completion of the course IS-402 Systems Development Processes and Methods I or equivalent

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to: 

  • express in-depth knowledge of the developmant of computer-based information systems
  • reflect on the relationship between the theory and practice of systems development
  • explain a selected set of systems development theories in detail and apply the theories to specific situations and circumstances
  • analyse research-based and advanced knowledge on systems development and explain the relationship to previously aquired knowledge of systems development (both theoretical and empirical).

 

In-depth work is done on selected advanced theories within current topics, e.g.:

 

  • patterns and genres
  • implementation and adoption
  • organisational and contectual relationships
  • process improvement (software process improvement - SPI)
  • systems architecture
  • technology and information infrastructure.

Contents

The aim is to give comprehensive knowledge of systems development. The relationship between IT and systems development theory and systems development practice. In-depth work is done on chosen, advanced theories within central themes, for example:

 

  • Global Software Development
  • Tricky requirements
  • implementation and adoption
  • Open Source Development
  • Process improvement (Software Process Improvement - SPI)
  • Development of Knowledge Systems
  • System Development as Knowledge Management
  • Innovation of Software Products

 

Throughout the course students will increase their skill level in finding, analyzing and applying research-based knowledge and advanced theories of systems development.

 

Teaching and learning methods

Course instruction will include a combination of seminars and advisory meetings (some 3-4 per semester), all of which have compulsory attendance. Expected work load for 10 ECTS is 13 hours per week.

Examinations

Final examination: Portfolio assessment, graded marks.

Student evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes.
Last updated from FS (Felles studentsystem) Oct. 15, 2026 6:11:07 AM