Master Thesis in Physics (FYSMAS)
The master thesis is an independent project in which you will apply the knowledge acquired during your studies on solving a given assignment.
The assignment will normally be carried out during the last semester of your studies, except the master's thesis of 60 ECTS that run over two semesters. At this stage you will have acquired the knowledge and know-how needed for accomplishing a relevant assignment in your studies.
Course description for study year 2024-2025. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
FYSMAS
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
60
Semester tution start
Spring
Number of semesters
3
Exam semester
Spring
Language of instruction
English
Content
Literature work and work with the individual curriculum, modelling and simulations. The content will vary depending on the theme for the thesis work. Choice of project topic subject to availability of suitable supervisers.
A halfway-presentation for peers and supervisors, typical i December, must be approved to be allowed to complete the thesis project.
Learning outcome
Through the work with the master thesis the student shall gain experience with a research project where methods from mathematical, physical and/or statistical modelling is applied. After completing the thesis, the student shall be able to:
- Demonstrate insight in and understanding of a specific subject.
- Use mathemathical and physical methods to formulate and analyze a relevant scientific and/or technical problem.
- Perform a literature search and write a scientific report.
- Understand and obey the ethical standards for scientific work.
- Present and convey the content of an independent scientific investigation, using the scientific terminology of the field in question.
General Competence
A candidate who has completed and passed his or her master thesis has acquired the following learning outcomes:
He/she
- is able to present and communicate extensive independent work
- can describe the problem clearly and masters the terms and expressions within the academic field
- has acquired an overview of relevant international literature, scientific reporting and ethical standards in the field, and manages to deal critically with various sources of information
- is able to analyse relevant theoretical models and/or studies supported by scientific research
- masters analysis of relevant scholarly tools and techniques
- is able to give an account of the academic problem and analyse results and independent conclusions according to the problem
- is able to reflect upon and evaluate his/her own work in a critical manner
- is able to defend high moral standards in scientific, as well as other, context, thus being a good role model
Required prerequisite knowledge
One have to complete 40 ECTS of master level courses in accordance with the educational plan to be allowed to start the thesis work.
In addition it is referred to regulations for master studies with 60 ECTS thesis, including requisites for passed exams before the thesis work can start: https://www.uis.no/en/engineering/thesis-writing-at-faculty-of-science-and-technology
Exam
Master's thesis with oral presentation and defense
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master's thesis with oral presentation and defense | 1/1 | 1 Hours | Letter grades | All |
| Master's thesis | 0/1 | 9 Months | Letter grades | All |
Submission of individual thesis with provisional grading. Final grading is decided after oral hearing: presentation of the thesis and oral examination. Oral hearing is composed of a public presentation of the thesis, 30 minutes, where the student gives an overview of the thesis. The presentation is followed by an oral examination on the thesis with sensor and supervisor. The final mark is set after the oral examination.Co-writing (up to three) is allowed.We further refer to Regulations relating to studies and examinations at the University of Stavanger, § 3-10 section 4 and Regulation for bachleor's and master's thesis at the Faculty of Science and Technology.
Coursework requirements
Course teacher(s)
Course teacher:
Helge Bøvik LarsenCourse teacher:
Helge Bøvik LarsenCourse teacher:
Alex Bentley NielsenCourse teacher:
Eero Aleksi KurkelaCourse teacher:
Diana Lucia Quintero CastroCourse teacher:
Alexander Karl RothkopfCourse teacher:
Olena ZavorotynskaCourse teacher:
Eero Aleksi KurkelaCourse teacher:
Germano NardiniCourse teacher:
Tomas BraunerCourse teacher:
Eva RaulsCourse teacher:
Alexander Karl RothkopfCourse teacher:
Olena ZavorotynskaCourse coordinator:
Alex Bentley NielsenCourse teacher:
Germano NardiniCourse teacher:
Tomas BraunerCourse teacher:
Diana Lucia Quintero CastroCourse teacher:
Eva RaulsCourse teacher:
Alex Bentley NielsenHead of Department:
Bjørn Henrik AuestadHead of Department:
Bjørn Henrik AuestadMethod of work
Overlapping courses
| Course | Reduction (SP) |
|---|---|
| Master Thesis Mathematics and Physics (MAFMAS_1) | 60 |
| Master Thesis in Mathematics (MATMAS_1) | 60 |