MARLTHESIS - Master Thesis
Course content
The thesis is an independent work, and the topic is of the student's own choice (but must have connection to maritime law). Before starting the actual writing, the student will take part in seminars on thesis writing covering topics such as how to outline the structure, how to best use the library, and how to engage in the writing process. A supervisor will be made available to each student.
The substantive portion of your thesis should be no more than 18,000 words, footnotes included (table of content, acknowledgements, bibliography, tables and registers not included.
Learning outcome
The objective is for a student to engage in research work. The student will learn how to find relevant material, analyze the material and make a systematic presentation, which will be evaluated.
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.
To be allowed to write the thesis in maritime law - MARLTHESIS, you must be accepted at the Maritime Law (master's 1 1/2-years).
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Formal prerequisite knowledge
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It is recommended that you have passed and completed JUR5401 Maritime Law and two elective courses chosen among the listed courses below before you hand in your thesis.
Elective courses:
JUR5230 International Commercial Law, JUR5260 English Law of Contract, JUR5410 Petroleum Law, JUR5420 Forsikringsrett, JUR5430 Petroleumskontrakter, JUR5440 EC Substantive Law and JUR5450 Marine Insurance.
Teaching
The form of teaching is independent work and seminars. Before starting the actual writing, you will take part in seminars which prepares you for the process of thesis writing. The seminars will offer the necessary tools and guidelines for researching and writing a good scholarly thesis based on independent thinking and sound argument. Supervision is mandatory, and the students are given individual supervision of a maximum of 4 hours. The supervisor will be appointed to you by the Scandianvian Institute of Maritime Law.
Practical information (guidelines, deadlines,
regulations)
1. Remember to register for your thesis in the Studentweb within the deadline: November 1.
2. When writing the thesis, you should use the template listed at Juriteket's home-page. Scroll down to the bottom of the page. There are guidelines for the use of the template.
3. You will find important material in the pamphlet Guidelines for writing a thesis – formal and practical requirements, and you are required to read this information.
4.Students are required to read Supplementary guidelines for writing master's thesis
5. Here you can find Ethical guidelines for supervisors at the University of Oslo
Presentation given on how to write a master thesis at the Faculty of Law 19 Feb 2013
Access to teaching
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Submission of thesis:
To complete the submission of your thesis you need to submit;
1. 4 hard copies. Remember to calculate 4 days of printing time if you are using the free printing service at Blindern.
2. your thesis electronically in DUO (electronic library system for master thesis at UiO). This is mandatory.
3. 2 copies of the receipt which shows that the thesis has been submitted in DUO
4. a self-declaration form regarding cheating – this self declaration you can generate in DUO.
5. a Supervisor form. It is the students responibility to give the form to his/her supervisor to be filled out.
If you would like to give your thesis restricted access you will also need to submit;
6. An agreement on restricted access to thesis form. The information about restricted access and the form is only available in Norwegian for the time being. Contact the Student Advisor for information.
The 4 copies of the theis and the additional forms and receits are to be handed in to the administative person in charge by 16:00 on the due date.
Deadline for handing in your thesis: November 1. If you do not meet the deadline, it is important that you give us notice. Postponement of your thesis is given on formal grounds only (medical statement, etc).
Examination support material
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Id does not exist in shared textThe Master's thesis should be written in English.
Grading scale
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The grading will be finalized about 4 weeks after the handing in of the thesis as long as the thesis is handed in on time.
The following criterias are used when assessing the thesis:
- A clear, well-defined problem
- Originality in the treatment of the topic (not simply repetition of what others have said, but at least in part a genuine original contribution)
- Quality of the arguments presented
- Quality and clearness of the structure of the presentation
- Use of literature (familiarity with the relevant literature, judicious choice of relevant literature and documentation)
- Soundness of the conclusions in relation to the treatment
Explanations and appeals
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If you have a disability or a health problem that entails significant inconvenience in an examination situation, you may be considered for special examination arrangements. Mothers who are breastfeeding may apply for extra time to complete the exam.
Please se Detailed regulations for the Faculty of Law, Chapter 3 regarding application, responsibilities and special measures.