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, as well as to select relevant theoretical approaches for their own master’s thesis. In consultation with the lecturer, students choose a selection of literature, preparing a syllabus of 400–500 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
- is able to place the selected literature within the context of relevant international research

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

• Compulsory assignments
• Compulsory activity

Further on evaluation

Form of assessment and grading scale:
Oral presentation of approx. 20 minutes, including written handouts: The student will present their chosen topic and place it in a national and international research context. Key issues and research methods commonly used in the field must be identified, and the student must justify their choice of topic and research question.
Grading scale: A–F.


Compulsory activities:
Approved syllabus of 400-500 pages.
Annotated bibliography.

Specific conditions

Recommended previous knowledge

We recommend having completed and passed all first-year courses.

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to the Master’s Programme in Language and Communication in the Professions. Must have completed and passed the courses SKIP3001 Introduction to language and communication in the professions and SKIP3002 Theories of language and communication.