Course content

The master's thesis in molecular medicine could have a basal or a medical direction. The thesis should have a scientific composition and be founded on applicable theory and litterature within the specific subject. Current topics could be molecular mechanisms and epidemiological causes, diagnostic problems and therapeutic measures. It is a great advantage that the thesis is connected to the existing research activity at the Faculty of Medicine. The responsible supervisor is chosen among the scientific staff with permanent positions. The thesis should be a monograph or a scientific paper with concluding remarks. In both cases, the student should document a theoretical comprehension and a broad understanding of the methods that have been used.

Students enrolled in the master's programme in 2007 or earlier can write the thesis in Norwegian or English. Students enrolled in the master's programme in 2008 or later must write the thesis in English.

Learning methods and activities

Individual supervision.

Form of examination: Thesis and oral presentation/examination. The grade given on the thesis may be adjusted after the oral exam.
The thesis must be written in English.

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

Admission requirements: The student must be enrolled in the master's programme in molecular medicine. He/she must have passed all exams, i.e. compulsory and elective courses worth 60 credits in total.