Semestre
MMP314 Written Master Thesis
Completed and passed master courses with a total of 60 credits: MMP301, MMP302 and 30 credits elective subjets.
The Master’s thesis is the final component of the M.A. degree in which the students will prove that they have acquired extensive knowledge of media and communication at a high level. The students shall present an independent, scientific thesis
In accordance with the National Qualifications Framework the student will achieve the following learning outcomes after completing the course:
- Students will have extensive knowledge of methods and theory of media subjects
- Students will be able to conduct an independent scientific study based on insight into methods of investigation in media and research questions
- Students will be able to critically analyze various sources of information and utilize these to write a Master’s thesis
- Students will be able to utilize one’s own knowledge and skills to work on research questions with applied, reflexive knowledge of media-related questions
- Students will be able to participate actively in debates on issues in society based on one’s own research
The thesis work is mainly indivdual and independent. Every student will be appointed individual tutor(s).
Passed exams in MMP301, MMP302, MMP312, and additional apporoved master courses totalling 30 credits.
Examination results are executed in accordance with the Directive for Admission, Studies and Examination at Volda University College.
- Media Practices - master
| Assessment Form | Grouping | Duration | Grading scale | Proportion | Comment | Support Materials | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Masteroppgåve | Individuell | 2 Semester | A-F, der A er best og E er siste ståkarakter | Magnitude/scope: 45 ECTS. Requirements: Gathering of data corresponding to/the equivalent of ten qualitative interviews of 1-2 hours each and writing a Master’s thesis of 30,000 to 40,000 words (including footnotes and list of references) + possible attachments. | |||
Munnleg justerande eksamen | A-F, der A er best og E er siste ståkarakter | 100 |