A master's thesis is a small research project that all master's students at OsloMet carry out. The topic of the master's thesis is optional, and your research question may be what a student wants to investigate.
Intelligent Health at OsloMet wants to strengthen collaboration with the private and public sector. Master's thesis collaboration leads students to solving society's real challenges and involves private and public sector in education.
About the process
- You can submit the description of the project throughout the year, the projects will be assessed and distributed on an ongoing basis. The start date will vary depending on different study programs and interests.
- We will go through the description you submit and send it to the relevant course coordinators at OsloMet.
- The contact person from OsloMet will contact your appointed contact person. You will go through the description and get relevant input on your project in a meeting.
- Together with the contact person from OsloMet, you will decide on the process ahead.
What is suitable as a master's thesis?
- The master's thesis should not be part of normal operations of your enterprise.
- There should be no rush to solve the project, it can take months and years before the master's thesis is completed.
Requirements
We set some requirements for the company for the completion of the master's thesis to go as smoothly as possible.
- Some fields of study require you to provide a main supervisor with a PhD.
- We need to know how many bi-guidance hours you have available.
- If there are any expenses that come with the thesis, the company is responsible for this.
OsloMet’s role
- We will put you in touch with the course coordinator and arrange for you to get in touch with students.
- Students can use equipment available at OsloMet.
Present your project
We invite you to a physical event twice a year. At this event, you will have the opportunity to present the project to students at OsloMet.
Companies that have submitted the description are invited. Students in relevant master's programs and the course coordinator are also invited. Our goal is for you to get in touch with students who have an interest in your field.
Relevant master's programs
There are more master's programs available on the Norwegian website.
Frequently asked questions
How many credits does the master's thesis have?
The number of credits varies from thesis to assignment, but most assignments have either 30 or 50 credits. You can find more information about credits in relevant master's programs in the list of "current master's program ".
Can the master's thesis have other topics than health and technology?
No, but it can be interpreted in a broad sense. Get in touch if you are unsure about the topic, and we will figure it out.
I don't have a finished project yet, can I submit an idea?
The more information you have, the faster the process goes. Get in touch with us and we can discuss your idea.
How long does it take to write a master's thesis?
It varies between the different master's programs, but it is common for students to write their master's thesis over one, two or three semesters. You will find the correct information in the course description of the master's program in question.
An example of a writing period could be 10 credits in the spring semester for the preparation of the project description, 20 credits in the autumn semester and 30 credits in the last spring semester.
What language is the master's thesis written in?
Students can choose whether they want to write their master's thesis in Norwegian or English.
Are we signing a collaboration contract?
Yes, a collaboration contract is signed that applies to the student and the company.
Who owns the content of the master's thesis?
It’s the student who owns the content of the master's thesis, unless otherwise agreed.
I am already in contact with a supervisor at OsloMet
If you are already in contact with a supervisor at OsloMet, you can arrange the process directly with them. If you want to participate at our event, please contact us.
Are you an OsloMet student?
Do you want to write a master's thesis with a company? Get in touch with us.
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Intelligent Health
This initiative will contribute to develop knowledge and technological solutions that foster improved health and counteract diseases.
