Course - Master Thesis in Learning in Working Life and Society - VL3902
VL3902 - Master Thesis in Learning in Working Life and Society
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment/thesis
Grade: Letter grades
Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
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Assignment/thesis | 100/100 |
Course content
The master's thesis is compulsory for the master's degree and is to be written during the final term of the programme. The thesis is an independent piece of research based on a project description that has been approved. There will bi supervision by an appointed supervisor throughout the work with the thesis. The research topic should either be connected to topics examined during the master's program, or to other topics relevant to adult learning. The thesis should be 20000 - 25000 words (A4, line spacing 1.15, Verdana 10 pt.), abstract, reference list and appendices excluded.
Learning outcome
The student has knowledge about the different phases of the research process through planning, executing and reporting an independent piece of academic research. Further, the student can work with and analyze empirical material, as well as discuss this against relevant theory. The student must also take into account and reflect on research ethics, constructively and critically evaluate their own and others' research, as well as communicate and discuss conclusions.
Learning methods and activities
Seminary in autumn. Individual supervision starts when all mandatory courses are passed.
Compulsory supervision. All students must submit a master's thesis agreement. The agreement confirms that the thesis' topic is approved and that both student and supervisor are familiar with and have accepted the procedural guidelines.
Compulsory assignments
- Project description of ca. 4 sides
- Obligatory supervision
Further on evaluation
The exam entails handing the thesis in and an oral test that includes an oral presentation of the thesis (ca. 10 minutes). The oral examination is used to adjust the grade, normally within one grade.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Learning in Working Life and Society (MVL)
Recommended previous knowledge
VL3011, EiT and elective course to be admitted to the course.
Required previous knowledge
VL3000, VL3010, VL3012 and VL3014 have to be completed and compulsory assignments in VL3011 must be approved to be admitted to the course. VL3011, VL3013, VLR3008, EiT and elective course must be completed before the master's thesis can be delivered.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From | To |
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VL3900 | 30.0 | AUTUMN 2020 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
37.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Term no.: 2
Teaching semester: SPRING 2024
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Education
- Social Sciences
- Adult Education and Learning
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Education and Lifelong Learning
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment/thesis
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Assignment/thesis
100/100
Release
2023-11-24Submission
2023-12-01
09:00
INSPERA
15:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Assignment/thesis
100/100
Submission
2024-06-01
INSPERA
15:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"