In this class, we will focus on planning, outlining and structuring a Master's thesis in GSE. Students will be able to present their ideas and academic work, which will be turned into an exposé at the end of the semester.

short lecture inputsstudents presenting their own work through short presentationscollective discussions and feedback

thesis writing, including planning, outlining, time management, etc.potential obstacles during the thesis writing processwriting an exposé

Please note that this class focuses on the Master's thesis and is meant for advanced GSE students. Students are expected to have experience with academic/technical writing.

All materials will be made available on Moodle or can be obtained from the library. 

20% Active Participation - coming to class prepared and on time, missing no more than one session, completing homework and assignments on time, partaking in class discussions40% Presentation - a short presentation on the student's chosen thesis topic40% Exposé - a thesis proposal, outlining the planned research projectAll written work must be properly referenced using CMoS18AD.Failing one pillar of assessment results in failing the entire class.

thesis writing (as above)collaboration through feedback (active participation)

quality of academic work (arguments, logic, cohesion, relevance)quality of secondary sourcesproper use of CMoS18ADThe use of AI (e.g. ChatGPT) for completing assignments is strictly forbidden and will lead to a negative grade, removal from the class as well as a report to university leadership. There is the possibility of an individual, oral follow-up defence in order to check whether this rule is respected. Any other act of plagiarism will have the same consequences.Please refer to the GSE Code of Conduct and act accordingly - any violation thereof will be treated seriously and can lead to removal from class.