Course - Master Thesis in Science - MGLU5209
MGLU5209 - Master Thesis in Science
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Master's thesis
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master's thesis | 100/100 |
Course content
This course consists of work with the master thesis. With supervision, the student designs and carries out a research project that is documented through the written master thesis. The topic of the thesis is decided by the student together with the student's supervisor. An important part of the work is to aquire insight into literature relevant for the thesis, and thus the course material will be individual.
Learning outcome
KNOWLEDGE
The student
- has advanced knowledge within important areas of science education
- has specialised knowledge within a particular theme in science education
- has thorough knowledge on the requirements of an academic text in science education
SKILLS
The student
- can under supervision design and carry out a research project according to ethical norms in current research
- can use relevant methods for research in science education in an independent way
- can navigate and critically view different sources of information
- can refer to information sources according to recognized standards
- can comprehend the literature relevant for conducting research within a specific area of science education
GENERAL COMPETENCE
The student
- can communicate a comprehensive independent research project using the forms of expression common in the field
- can contribute to the development of science as a subject in school
Learning methods and activities
Individual study and with supervision indivually or in groups.
Compulsory assignments
- Supervision
- Attendance at seminars
- Oral presentation
Further on evaluation
Mandatory activities
Supervision is mandatory in the work on the master's thesis and is carried out in consultation with the appointed supervisor.
Attendance at seminars.
Oral presentation of the master project. Assessed as approved or not approved.
Compulsory activities must be approved before the master thesis can be submitted for assessment.
Assessment
The master thesis is assessed with a letter grade A-F.
The thesis is normally an indvidual work, but may be a joint work by two students. When the thesis is a joint work a description of the two students' contributions shall be provided in or with the thesis. When the master's thesis is submitted as a joint project, a joint grade is normally given for the thesis. In rare cases, however, it may be relevant to assess the candidates differently.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 1-7 (MGLU1-7) - some programmes
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 5-10 (MGLU5-10) - some programmes
Required previous knowledge
- Fulfilled Science 1 and Science 2 (in sum 60 ECTS)
- Fulfilled the R&D-project in the third year of the study program
Course materials
Individual curriculum.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDU3910 | 30.0 | AUTUMN 2018 | |
| DID3950 | 30.0 | AUTUMN 2021 |
No
Version: A
Credits:
30.0 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Teacher Education
- Life Sciences
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Teacher Education
Examination
Examination arrangement: Master's thesis
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Master's thesis
100/100
Release
2024-11-18Submission
2024-11-25
09:00
INSPERA
09:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Master's thesis
100/100
Release
2025-05-19Submission
2025-05-26
09:00
INSPERA
09:00 -
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"