On this website we have gathered the information you need to know with regards to the Master's Thesis. The information is intended for students of the master's programme in Special Needs Education.
What should I write my thesis on?
- Would you like to write your thesis in collaboration with one of the department’s research projects?
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Would you like to write your thesis in collaboration with a company or organisation? Find a project through UiO's Science Shop
Project planning - Research proposal
The Master's Thesis is based on the research proposal compiled during the compulsory master’s thesis seminar.
You may choose to do the data-collection abroad, i.e. in your home country.
Two students can choose to write their thesis together, i.e. co-author a master thesis.
Writing the Master's Thesis
Before you start working on your master's thesis it is important that you familiarise yourself with the requirements for the Master's Thesis
Tips and help with writing
- The Academic writing centre offers writing assistance to students at any stage of the writing process. Find more information about the writing center and book a consultation here.
- On the website Search & Write you can find useful tips for thesis writing related to the writing process, language, style and structure.
Supervision
A signed supervision agreement must be submitted to the Department of special needs education by 1st of February.
Privacy protection and Research Papers
Loans of Research Equipment and Assessment Tools
- The Department's LAB, Oslo SPeLL, has a large selection of tests, assessment tools and observation materials covering many areas.
- Loans of audio recorders
Leave of Absence and Delay
Assessment and grading
The Master's thesis is assessed by an examination committee consisting of two examiners, at least one of whom must be an external examiner. The candidate’s supervisor cannot be one of these persons. The Master's Thesis is assessed against the criteria defined in the assessment guidelines. The examination committee must reach a consensus regarding the grade.
The grading deadline for master's theses is 8 weeks. A written explanation of the grade will be published together with the grade in Studentweb on the date of the deadline.
Would you like a printed copy of your Master's Thesis?
The Department of Special Education covers the costs of one printed copy of your Master's Thesis, with the condition that you use UiO's Print Centre. Select black/white two-sided print. You will have to cover the costs for pages that contain colors yourself.
When you order, use the location code 18150000 and budget code 102498002.
Diploma
When you have completed a study programme, your diploma is issued automatically. The diploma will be sent to the address registered in Studentweb. Make sure the address you have registered is correct. You will also find a digital diploma in Studentweb.
If you want to improve the results that constitute part of a degree, you can defer your diploma for up to two semesters.
If you have questions regarding your diploma contact the Student information center at the faculty