Course - Master Thesis Physical Education - MGLU5215
Master Thesis Physical Education
About
About the course
Course content
The master's thesis is an independent, scientific work on a topic, where the student must show both breadth and depth in their subject understanding. The topic choice of the master's thesis is normally limited to the areas where the employees have their research competence. Supervision is an essential component in the work on the master's thesis. The work on the master's thesis must ensure that the student acquires the necessary competence in the scientific work and that it is carried out in accordance with research ethics guidelines.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student
- has specialized insight into a limited subject area (master's thesis)
- has in-depth knowledge of relevant research and theory and scientific thinking, research methods and ethics
- will gain insight into the various steps of the research process: constructive and critical assessment of others' research, research planning and collaboration, data collection, analysis and dissemination
Skills
The student
- must carry out an independent research project
- can critically apply research-based knowledge with relevance to the subject of physical education and the practice of the profession to the exploration of new problem areas
General competence
The student
- can at an advanced level dissiminate and communicate about professional issues related to the practice of the profession
- can analyze and assess relevant professional and ethical issues and contribute to the development of professional communites
Learning methods and activities
The master's thesis is mainly an independent work with supervision.
Compulsory assignments
- Obligatory work cf. course description.
Further on evaluation
Mandatory work requirements:
- Participation at a mid-term seminar, assessed with approved / not approved.
- Participation in supervision based on text drafts.
Mandatory work requirements must be approved before one can apply for the exam. Candidates who are in danger of being refused entry to the exam due to lack of work requirements, shall be notified of this, cf. regulations on studies at NTNU. New / postponed exams are conducted in accordance with current study regulations at NTNU.
The Master thesis is normally written as a monograph. The thesis is submitted individually or as joint work between two students. If the thesis is submitted as joint work, a document must be attached which describes the contribution of the individual candidate. When the Master's thesis is submitted as a joint project, a common grade is typically given for the thesis. In rare cases, however, it may be necessary to assess the candidates separately.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 1-7 (MGLU1-7) - some programmes
Primary and Lower Secondary Teacher Education for Years 5-10 (MGLU5-10) - some programmes
Recommended previous knowledge
Passed 30 ects at master's level in physical education in the fourth year of primary and lower secondary school teacher education or equivalent.
Required previous knowledge
Passed Physical Education 1 and Physical Education 2 (a total of 60 credits) or equivalent.
Passed R&D assignment in the third year of primary and lower secondary school teacher education
Course materials
Self-chosen syllabus
Subject areas
- Physical Education
- Teacher Education
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
Master Thesis
Submission 2025-11-25 Time Release 09:00
Submission 09:00 Exam system Inspera Assessment
Ordinary examination - Spring 2026
Master Thesis
Submission 2026-05-22 Time Release 09:00
Submission 09:00 Exam system Inspera Assessment