Master’s thesis

Second cycle of study, master’s degree

The participants:
• can independently write a master’s thesis in the field of AI Systems Engineering
• can independently design and conduct a research project

Students are expected to bring the following prerequisites to the course:
- Basic principles and techniques of academic research and writing (bachelor’s level)
- Ability to write shorter academic papers (e.g., a bachelor’s thesis)

The topic of the master’s thesis must be selected from the subject area of the degree program. The research question developed is addressed in the form of a scholarly work; this is to be done independently and without external assistance, with all sources and aids properly indicated. This approach ensures that students are able to address a problem both scientifically and in an application-oriented manner. Students are expected to develop the topic, outline, and timeline independently, particularly through critical engagement with possible research questions and hypotheses. The advisors guide students in this process. Scientific methodology and formal requirements are discussed in individual coaching sessions, as are issues related to time management.

The thesis may be written in either German or English.

- Atteslander, P. (2010): Methoden der empirischen Sozialforschung. 13. Auflage, ESV
- Eco, U. (2003): Wie man eine wissenschaftliche Abschlussarbeit schreibt. 10. Auflage, C.F. Müller
-Theuerkauf, J. (2012): Schreiben im Ingenieurstudium: Effektiv und effizient zu Bachelor-, Master- und Doktorarbeit. 1. Auflage,
von Judith, UTB Verlag, ISBN: 978-3825236441
- Karmasin M.; Ribing, R. (2011): Die Gestaltung wissenschaftlicher Arbeiten. 6. Auflage, facultas WUV
- Leopold-Wildburger, U.; Schütze, J. (2002): Verfassen und Vortragen: Wissenschaftliche Arbeiten und Vorträge leicht gemacht. Springer

Master's Thesis

German

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The following methods are employed:

- Coaching in the context of preparing the master’s thesis

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