Course content

The master's thesis is a delimited scientific investigation carried out in an independent manner under supervision. The methodological approach is normally historical. The topic must lie within or be relevant to the broad thematic area of war and society. The thesis should normally have a length of 15,000-22,000 words (excluding bibliography and appendices).

Learning outcome

A candidate who has passed the course is expected to have the following learning outcomes in accordance with the course description, defined as knowledge and skills:

Knowledge

The candidate has

• solid research expertise within the chosen research area

• solid empirical knowledge in both breadth and depth within the chosen research area

• knowledge of the relevance of the research results within and outside the chosen research area

Skills

The candidate can

• carry out a limited research project

• apply historical research methods to a research project

• handle large and complex amounts of information, critically analyse issues from several sides and establish well-founded interpretations

• present a concrete project result in writing

Learning methods and activities

The supervision arrangements can be both individually and in groups.

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

KRIG3100, KRIG3110.

Course materials

To be identified together with the supervisor.