Masteroppgave i nevrovitenskap

The thesis must have a scientific structure, be founded on valid theory, and make adequate use of the appropriate literature. The project for the master's thesis must be relevant to neuroscience. Topic and project are prepared in consultation with a supervisor, and will be subject to approval by the study programme council. The student must participate actively in research through his/her work on the project. The supervisor is appointed by agreement. It is the student's responsibility to contact possible supervisors for his/her project early on in the program. The research project is scheduled for 2 semesters, but it is recommended that the student starts planning the thesis early and does some work on it during the entire study period. The evaluation is based on the thesis and an oral examination, where the student presents his/her project with discussion. The oral examination is used to adjust the grade of the thesis. Students must write the thesis in English. Details regulating the work with and assessment of the thesis are given in theGuidelines for the Master's Thesis at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

After successful defense of the thesis the student

Knowledge

The candidate

• has in depth knowledge into one subfield of neuroscience
• has knowledge in ethical aspects of chosen project

Skills

The candidate

• has the competence to formulate a research question based on adequate insight into current knowledge
• gained proficiency in accessing and deciphering scientific data from published sources.
• has the skill to apply and adopt experimental methods to gain new knowledge
• is capable of designing a research inquiry grounded in existing knowledge.
• Is able to strategize, coordinate, record, and carry out a project under guidance, aligning with contemporary research ethical standards.
• Is competent in acquiring and comparing data, as well as discussing findings within a specified field and scientific framework.

General competence

The candidate

• Is proficient in communicating research outcomes and rationalizing interpretations and conclusions in a cohesive manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Can plan, organize, and see a project to its final results

Supervised project according to given guidelines. Form of examination: Thesis and oral presentation/examination. The grade given on the thesis may be adjusted after the oral exam. The thesis must be written in English and the oral exam is in English.