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ACIT5910 Master's Thesis, Phase 1 Course description

Course name in Norwegian
Master's Thesis, Phase 1
Study programme
Master's Programme in Applied Computer and Information Technology
Weight
10.0 ECTS
Year of study
2021/2022
Curriculum
SPRING 2022
Schedule
Programme description
Course history

Introduction

Phase 1 (MT-1) of the master's thesis lays the foundation for conducting a successful master project and writing the master's thesis. In this phase, you will study the relevant literature, map out the area of your master project, find and formulate problem statement and research questions, and plan the research you will conduct in your master project.

Required preliminary courses

At least two subjects (20 ECTS) from the first semester must have been passed before the student can start work with MT1.

Learning outcomes

A student who has completed this course should have the following learning outcomes, defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

On successful completion of this course the student:

  • has specialized knowledge of the research literature of the specific areas of their Master thesis

Skills

On successful completion of this course the student:

  • can clearly define and limit problem areas
  • can connect his/her own project to relevant research literature
  • can clearly formulate problem statement and research questions applicable to the area of their master project

General competence

On successful completion of this course the student:

  • can apply knowledge in new areas and plan limited projects
  • can carry out comprehensive independent literature study

Content

This phase is the beginning of a longer research project. The content will be relative to the student's project.

Teaching and learning methods

Each student is appointed a supervisor when starting MT1. The work is carried out under the guidance of the appointed supervisor.

Course requirements

None.

Assessment

One individual report with recommended size of 5000-10000 words

This should be a suitable and qualified document with systematically documented research, including research methodology, project results and ethical considerations.

The exam grade can be appealed.

New/postponed exam

In case of failed exam or legal absence, the student may apply for a new or postponed exam. New or postponed exams are offered within a reasonable time span following the regular exam. The student is responsible for applying for a new/postponed exam within the time limits set by OsloMet. The Regulations for new or postponed examinations are available in Regulations relating to studies and examinations at OsloMet.

Permitted exam materials and equipment

All aids are permitted.

Grading scale

Assessment is pass or fail.

Examiners

Two internal examiners. External examiner is used periodically.

Course contact person

Professor Pedro Lind