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MEVIT4991 - Practical Master's Thesis in Media Science, with presentation

Course content

The Master’s Degree thesis is to be considered as a scientific investigation of a theoretical or empirical kind; it represents an independent piece of research work, carried out under supervision. This type of work on a Master’s Degree thesis consists of two parts, practical production and a theoretical part. The practical production may consist of an audio-visual or multi-media production. The theoretical part may be either critico-theoretical reflection on the coming into being of the product, its reception or “language”, means and theme. The two parts shall relate to each other in such a way that either the practical part exemplifies or demonstrates the theoretical or analytical points in the written part, or it is used as material for the theoretico-analytical reflection in the written part.

Learning outcomes

The work on the Master’s Degree thesis is intended to provide research competence in and insight into problematic issues and methods of work in media science. The writing of the thesis will provide students with training in developing research projects from original idea to fully completed research report in the form of a Master’s Degree dissertation. This course of study prepares students for further Ph.D. studies.

Admission

Students at UiO must apply for courses in StudentWeb.

International applicants, if you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures for international applicants.

The examination in this course is not available for external candidates. Only students admitted to the course may sit for the examination.

Prerequisites

Formal prerequisites

A Bachelor’s Degree in Media Studies equivalent recognised education. A Cand. Mag. Degree with Media Studies at Mellomfag (Intermediate) level or equivalent approved education.

Recommended prior knowledge

The work on the Master’s Degree thesis builds on knowledge students have acquired during their studies for the Bachelor’s Degree.

Teaching

Mainly individual supervision (or supervision in groups). Students will receive 15 hours of supervision throughout the work with the Master's Thesis. Supervision is mandatory. Ground rules for MA-supervision

Before writing the thesis, a project description must be approved. Further information about procedures may be found on the web page for the course MEVIT4000 - Master’s thesis seminar.

Students starting their master's studies autumn 2010 or later: During the third or fourth semester of the master's program, students will have to participate in a mandatory seminar focusing on the writing process and evaluating the work on the thesis so far. Further information about the seminar is given at the start of the semester, cf. the semester website.

Before the examination of the master's thesis can take place, the student must give a trial lecture or presentation of the thesis, to be approved by the committee evaluating the thesis. The lecture will be a presentation of the master's thesis (such as central findings, presentation of selected cases, the methods in use etc.) lasting up to 30 minutes. This presentation is open for all, and is held immediately before the oral examination by the committee.

Teaching takes place throughout the semester.

Exam information

A commission composed of one internal examiner and one external examiner assesses the thesis. An oral examination of up to 1 hour may adjust the final grade.

Submission of Master's Thesis at the Department of Media and Communication

Your master thesis must be submitted in full text to DUO. Read more about DUO

This form must be handed in to IMK when submitting your master’s thesis or at the completion of your master’s degree: SUBMISSION OF MASTER’S THESIS

Exam resources

No special exam resources are allowed.

Assessment and grading

Course grades are awarded on a descending scale using alphabetic grades from A to E for passes and F for fail. Read more about the grading system .

Explanations and appeals

Students can request an explanation of their grades, and can also appeal against their grades or make a complaint about formal examination errors. Read more about explanations and appeals

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