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SARB3910

Master's Thesis in Globalization

Assessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.

Credits 30
Level Second degree level
Course start Autumn 2025 / Spring 2026
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction English
Location Trondheim
Examination arrangement Master thesis with oral exam

About

About the course

Course content

The academic content of the Masters thesis must include a scientific investigation of a theme related to globalization. The thesis must be written in English. It should be between 17 500 - 24 500 words (12 pt, 1.5 spacing, approximately 50-70 pages), and should demonstrate the students ability to carry out an independent scientific research task. The content of the thesis should fulfill an academic level appropriate to a Masters level course, and relate to some of the aspects of the interdisciplinary framework of the courses taught in the Masters programme. The topic for the Master's thesis is selected in consultation with a supervisor.

Learning outcome

The students should be able to work with a specialized topic in an academic manner. The students will be trained in the formulation of research questions and in gathering and analyzing data. The students will achieve competency in analyzing processes of change related to globalization.

Learning methods and activities

Individual supervision. The deadline for submission of the Masters thesis is normally 2nd of May. The student must have passed all courses in the Master's programme before the Master's thesis can be submitted.

Further on evaluation

The Master's thesis must be approved before the student can present herself/himself for the 30 minute oral examination related to the Master's thesis. The oral examination is held in English. The grade for the Master's thesis may be adjusted after the oral examination.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Globalisation and Sustainable Development (MSGLOPOL)

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to the Master's programme in Globalization. The student must have completed 90ECTS/credits within the programme.

Subject areas

  • Globalisation

Contact information

Course coordinator

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Social Work

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Master thesis with oral exam
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025

Master thesis with oral exam
Weighting 100/100 Date Submission 2025-11-03 Time Submission 12:00 Exam system Inspera Assessment

Ordinary examination - Spring 2026

Master thesis with oral exam
Weighting 100/100 Exam system Inspera Assessment