ENG213 Bachelor thesis - literature
In addition to the thesis and its bibliography, the student must compose a reading list of at least 500 pages of theory and secondary texts..
75 ECTS credits from four basic courses in English (ENG141, ENG142, ENG143, ENG144 or equivalent thereof) and at least one 10-15 credit specialization course in English literature/culture, either ENG203, ENG205, ENG206, ENG207 or equivalent. The thesis work should as a rule be based on one of the specialization courses, or an equivalent course from a different institution. It can be written in parallel with that course.
This course consists of one individual, written thesis. The BA thesis must be 7000-9000 words (not including the reading list and appendices). The BA thesis must be written in English. In addition, the candidate must submit a reading list detailing 500 pages of secondary literature and theory.
The student has the following learning outcomes after completing ENG213:
- The student has extensive knowledge about one selected literary and/or cultural topic
- The student has basic knowledge about relevant theory and research methods
- The student can work independently with identifying relevant research materials, and with processing and presenting it in an extended written form
- The student can adhere to norms for academic writing
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The student must choose a topic and a thesis question in collaboration with their supervisor, from whom they will receive advice underway in the process. Otherwise the student is expected to work independently.
The student must submit an outline of the topic, the thesis question and a self-composed curriculum within a deadline agreed with their supervisor at the beginning of the term.
The curriculum must contain no fewer than 500 pages of secondary literature and theory, and is subject to approval by the supervisor before the thesis can be submitted. The thesis must contain its own list of works cited, including the primary literature as well as elements from the curriculum.
The student must participate in two or three meetings with their appointed supervisor. Ideally, these should be face-to-face meetings, but online and phone meetings may be substituted if necessary. The thesis must be submitted by the appointed deadline.
Sensur vert gjennomført i samsvar med Forskrift om opptak, studium og eksamen ved Høgskulen i Volda, § 9-4.
The course is subject to evaluation according to Volda University College's quality ensurance system.
- English - specialization
- Language and Literature - bachelor
| Assessment Form | Grouping | Duration | Grading scale | Proportion | Comment | Support Materials | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bachelor's thesis | Individual | 1 Semester | A-F, A is the best grade and E is the lowest passing grade | ||||
Adjusting oral examination | Individual | 1 Hours | A-F, A is the best grade and E is the lowest passing grade | 100 |