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Colloquium on Master's Thesis

Niveau

first cycle, Master

Learning outcomes of the courses/module

The participants:
• can articulate, reflect on, and critically discuss issues that arise in connection with their Master's Thesis, and develop solutions.
• are able to clarify ambiguities together through constructive exchange and to shape learning processes in the spirit of mutual learning.
• are able to present the key content, lines of argumentation, and methodological decisions of their Master’s Thesis, and to systematically prepare for the oral defense of their thesis.

Prerequisites for the course

not applicable

Course content

- Critical reflection and scholarly discussion of research-related issues within the context of the individual Master’s Thesis
- In-depth analysis and peer exchange on personal challenges encountered during the research process
- Facilitation of collaborative learning processes and reciprocal academic support throughout the development of the Master’s Thesis
- Preparation for the oral defense of the Master’s Thesis, including the presentation of key content, lines of argumentation, and methodological decisions

Recommended specialist literature

Bui, Y. N. (2019). How to write a master’s thesis (3rd ed.). Sage.
Fleming, R. S., & Kowalsky, M. (2021). Survival skills for thesis and dissertation candidates. Springer.
Saunders, M., Lewis, P., & Thornhill, A. (2023). Research Methods for Business Students (9th ed.). Pearson.
Sternad, D., & Power, H. (2023). The thesis writing survival guide: research and write an academic thesis or dissertation with less stress. Econcise.
Swales, J. M., & Feak, C. B. (2021). Academic writing for graduate students: Essential tasks and skills (4th ed.). University of Michigan Press.
Turabian, K. L. (2018). A manual for writers of research papers, theses, and dissertations: Chicago style for students and researchers (9th ed.). University of Chicago Press.

Assessment methods and criteria

Participation

Language

English

Number of ECTS credits awarded

2

Semester hours per week

Planned teaching and learning method

seminar

Semester/trimester in which the course/module is offered

4

Type of course/module

Type of course