Course - Master's Thesis - Globalisation and Sustainable Development - GEOG3910
GEOG3910 - Master's Thesis - Globalisation and Sustainable Development
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Master thesis and oral examination
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master thesis and oral examination | 100/100 |
Course content
The master's thesis is an independent scientific research project where you investigate a theoretical or empirical problem related to globalisation and sustainable development. You are free to choose a topic related to the master's programme and the research competence of the supervisors. The master's thesis is normally completed in one semester. The work must be carried out individually.
The thesis must contain a scientific presentation of the chosen topic; precisely formulated research questions, reasoned method choices and systematic argumentation. Data or the empirical basis for the analysis may be based on observation, interviews, surveys and / or other types of field data. It is also possible to use existing research data, official statistics or available texts, documents and more as a basis for the analysis. The thesis must follow scientific standards in accordance with reference and research ethics.
As a preparation for the master's thesis, you must write a project proposal indicating the general content of your master`s thesis during the 1st semester of the master's degree. This project draft forms the basis for the assignment of a supervisor in the 2nd semester and the final design of the project will take place in consultation with the supervisor. The master's thesis must be completed under supervision. The supervisor relationship shall ensure the necessary quality assurance when collecting and processing empirical data, and that this takes place within research ethics guidelines. The supervisor relationship is regulated by a master's agreement.
Learning outcome
A student who has completed this course should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge
- has through the work on the thesis acquired advanced theoretical knowledge within delimited research topics of the thesis
- has solid knowledge of methodological and analytical approaches within the research topic of the thesis
- has in-depth knowledge on how to carry out independent research work
Skills
- can formulate research objectives as a basis for carrying out scientific work
- can critically engage in theories and obtain an overview of established research knowledge with relevance to the topic and / or research area
- can choose and use methods to do a comprehensive study
- can analyze data from different sources and use these to structure and formulate professional reasoning and conclusions
- masters communication of scientific work both in writing and orally
General competence
- can complete a research project in line with ethical norms in research
- can apply professional knowledge in communication with specialists as well as the general public
Learning methods and activities
Individual supervision.
Further on evaluation
Examination: The master's thesis and one-hour oral examination based on the master's thesis. At the beginning of the oral examination, the candidate must give a 10-minute oral presentation of the master's thesis where the choice of topic, research objectives, methodological choice and findings are explained. It will not be possible to use PowerPoint or similar presentation tools. The candidate must have the master's thesis available and they can bring notes during the oral exam.
An overall grade will be given based on the master's thesis and the oral examination immediately after the oral examination, included an explanation of the grading.
The thesis must be written in English. It should be between 17 500 - 24 500 words (approximately 50-70 pages), and should demonstrate the student’s ability to carry out an independent scientific research task. See also guidelines for grading of master's thesis at the Department of Geography.
Deadline for submission of master's theses is 15 May. If this date falls on a weekend, the submission date is moved to the following work day. According to NTNU's study regulations, §5-14 (12), the examination deadline for master's theses is 3 months.
In the event of delayed submission, documentation / medical certificate is required. The last date in the spring semester is 31 August. Examinations held after this will have the autumn term on the diploma. Unjustified delays normally result in a postponed deadline till 15th November in the autumn semester.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Globalisation and Sustainable Development (MSGLOPOL)
Required previous knowledge
Completed all the compulsory and elective courses in the master program.
No
Version: 1
Credits:
30.0 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Geography
- Globalisation
- Social Sciences
Examination
Examination arrangement: Master thesis and oral examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Master thesis and oral examination
100/100
Release
2024-11-08Submission
2024-11-15
09:00
INSPERA
12:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Master thesis and oral examination
100/100
Release
2025-05-08Submission
2025-05-15
09:00
INSPERA
12:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"