Course - Special Syllabus for Master Degree - GEOG3091
Special Syllabus for Master Degree
Assessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.
About
About the course
Course content
The special syllabus should be relevant and support the master`s thesis in a general way and give a broader perspective on the master's thesis topic.
Learning outcome
The special syllabus should be relevant and support the master`s thesis in a general way and give a broader perspective on the master's thesis topic.
See also learning outcome descriptions for the master's thesis course (GEOG3900 or GEOG3940).
Learning methods and activities
- Self-study.
The course consists of an individual theoretical syllabus related to the master`s degree and topics in the field of natural resources management or master's degree in Geography. Syllabus is defined by the students in co-operation with his/her supervisor, and must be approved by the Department of Geography. The syllabus should be approximately 500 pages. It should give a broader scientific understanding, and preferably be of newer date. Reports/grey literature can only be used exceptionally. The chosen syllabus cannot be the same as used in the master`s thesis, program of study or from subjects in lower degree.
Further on evaluation
Compulsory assignments:
- The "Application form - Individual syllabus" must be filled out in cooperation with supervisor and submitted to the Department of Geography at least 2 months before the oral exam. The application form is available at the Department of Geography.
- A term paper submitted one month before oral exam. The term paper will be evaluated as Pass/Not pass and act as a starting point for the oral exam. The term paper should be between 2000-3000 words.
Examination arrangement: Oral exam (ca 30 min)
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Geography (MGEOG)
Natural Resources Management (MSNARM)
Required previous knowledge
Students must have completed at least 30 credits in the study programme before they can register for the course.
Subject areas
- Geography