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SKIP3007

Supervised Independent Study

Credits 7.5
Level Second degree level
Course start Autumn 2025
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Trondheim
Examination arrangement Assignment

About

About the course

Course content

The course is a supervised independent study, organized so that it thematically supports the student`s work on their master`s thesis, providing the student with in-depth insight into the field of research of which the master`s thesis is part. The course provides the student with the necessary competence to orient themselves and evaluate, comment and discuss research literature relevant for their own master`s thesis. In consultation with the lecturer, students choose a selection of literature, preparing a syllabus of 400 pages.

Learning outcome

Candidates who have completed this course will have acquired the following learning outcomes, defined as knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The candidate

- has in-depth knowledge of research literature on the chosen topic

- is able to comment on and evaluate relevant research literature

Skills

The candidate

- is able to systematically search for, select and justify the selection of syllabus literature

- is able to present and discuss research work in line with scientific principles

General competence

The candidate

- is able to identify and contextualize a chosen research question using existing research literature

Learning methods and activities

The lecturer will make arrangements for students whose thematic interests are related to work together and support each other. Supervision is offered individually or in groups, as relevant.

Compulsory assignments

  • Draft syllabus list
  • Annotated bibliography
  • Mandatory participation in the first week of teaching

Further on evaluation

Assignment in two parts: syllabus and process note.

Specific conditions:

Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.

It is not possible for students who have passed the exam in SKIP3007 to retake the exam in a semester where this course is not taught. Students who did not pass the exam, or who did not complete the exam due to illness may submit the exam in a semester where this course is not taught; however, they will not receive any supervision.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Language and Communication in the Professions (MSKIP)

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to the Master`s Programme in Language and Communication in the Professions.

Required previous knowledge: SKIP3001 and SKIP3002.

80% attendance at SKIP 3004 must be approved

Subject areas

  • Applied Linguistics

Contact information

Course coordinator

Lecturers

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Language and Literature

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Passed / Not Passed

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025

Assignment
Weighting 100/100 Date Release 2025-11-27
Submission 2025-11-28
Time Release 09:00
Submission 12:00
Exam system Inspera Assessment

Re-sit examination - Spring 2026

Assignment
Weighting 100/100 Exam system Inspera Assessment