Master's thesis
The subject of your Master's thesis follows from either your fieldwork research project, internship or research lab project.
| Master's thesis (15 EC) | Report of research project |
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When do you write your Master's thesis?
You will do your fieldwork research project, internship or research lab in study period 3 and write your Master's thesis in study period 4. Go to the thesis course description.
Deadline
The final deadline for the Master's thesis is firmly set for early August. Failure to turn in a Master's thesis on this date will result in an automatic failure for the entire programme. Only in extreme circumstances, where the student has a clear medical or other valid reason for which written proof has been provided in advance, will an extension be considered.
What should you demonstrate in your Master's thesis?
- Carrying out your own research project in the field of Conflict Studies and Human Rights
- Using appropriate theories, concepts and methods as covered during the Master's programme
- Reporting on your research in a way that meets academic standards
Submitting and uploading your thesis proposal and thesis
You submit your thesis proposal as well as your actual thesis via Osiris. In Osiris, you can also track your progress and the final grade will appear. Is your thesis approved? Then you have to upload the final version in the thesis archive.
Forms and procedures Master's thesis
Your Master's thesis will be assessed following specific evaluation procedures. You can prepare for this by reading the following documents and explanations prior to starting your thesis.