Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

Norwegian or English, according to the contract between student and supervisor.

Recommended previous knowledge

Completion of IS-404 Research methods in information systems and IS-420 Current topcis and research areas in information system, or equivalent courses, should normally have been completed. Furthermore, 80 out of a total of 120 credits must be passed before starting the Master's thesis.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the master's thesis, the student shall:

  • Have the ability to conduct an independent, focused research project within given timeframes and in accordance with current ethical standards for research
  • Be able to apply research literature and methods within the field and work independently with data material, analysis, and problem-solving based on these
  • Have acquired knowledge and specialized insight into information systems and the research context of the topic
  • Be able to communicate results from a research project, both orally and in writing

Teaching and learning methods

There is no ordinary teaching. Students will get master thesis guidance as per agreement, either individually or in pairs. The thesis can be written in either Norwegian or English.

Students are assigned a supervisor. The arrangement between the student and the supervisor is regulated through a supervision contract. Supervision meetings and feedback are conducted according to a written agreement between the student(s) and supervisor(s). The student(s) are required to report progress and learning in the project according to the approved schedule.

Expected workload of approximately 810 hours per student.

Examination requirements

Presentation concerning the work and findings in the master thesis must be approved. The students must participate in supervision according to the contract for supervision.

Examinations

The master thesis constitutes of 100% of the final grade. Letter grades A-F with E as the lowest passing grade.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
IS-501 – Master Thesis in Information Systems. 30
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