Course - Bachelor's thesis - FI2002
Bachelor's thesis
New from the academic year 2025/2026
About
About the course
Course content
The course is intended as a final course in the bachelor program. In consultation with the course lecturer/supervisor, the student chooses the topic and problem for discussion in the bachelor thesis. The problem can be theoretical or practical. Individual supervision is a central part of the course.
Learning outcome
According to the course curriculum, a candidate who passes this course is expected to have the following learning outcome (defined as knowledge and skills):
Knowledge:
- overview and knowledge of a philosophical/ethical topic
- understanding of how perspectives, positions, and arguments on this topic can be linked to and illuminate a chosen problem for discussion
- an overview of the philosophical/ethical background for the problem, and the philosophical contexts in which the problem lies
Skills:
- formulate an issue and find relevant literature
- discuss the chosen problem in an independent way, based on academic literature, and possibly other sources
- ability to improve text/thesis based on feedback and supervision
- present and defend the bachelor thesis
Learning methods and activities
The student’s own work on the topic, under supervision, is central. Students who have chosen a topic or issue that is related to the topic of another philosophy/ethics course that is taught in the same semester, are encouraged to follow this course. However, the department does offer a seminar (or meetings) specifically for students who write their bachelor’s thesis (which deals with academic writing and student presentations).
The obligatory activity can only be approved the semester the course is taught, but is valid for this and the subsequent semester.
Compulsory assignments
- Attendance at orientation meeting at semesterstart (normally in week 33 or 34)
- Approved participation and oral presentation at seminar
- Approved curriculum list
- Submission of essay draft
Further on evaluation
The assessment is based on the final submitted bachelor's thesis (6000-10000 words, plus reference list), adjusted through an oral exam.
The bachelor’s thesis is normally written in Norwegian, although Swedish, Danish, and English are also permitted. However, the abstract for the thesis should in any case be written in both Norwegian and English.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Philosophy and Ethics (BFI)
Required previous knowledge
Admission to a programme of study is required:Philosophy and Ethics (BFI)
60 credits in philosophy or ethics are required.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| FI2900 | 15 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| FI2001 | 15 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| FIX2900 | 15 sp | Autumn 2025 |
Subject areas
- Ethics
- Philosophy
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
Bachelor's thesis with adjusting oral exam
Submission 2025-11-24 Time Release 09:00
Submission 14:00 Exam system Inspera Assessment