Type of course

Course content

Objectives of the course

Knowledge

- knowledge of the structure and content of scientific works, primarily of monographs.

- knowledge of philosophy of science relevant for the research project.

- address issues of an academic and applied nature through the production of a sustained piece of research.

- evidence the ability to identify clear aims and objectives, to gather, understand, synthesize and analyze information and data effectively.

Skills

- develop research questions, collect and analyse data in a scientific manner within a limited period.

- theoretically discuss the results, conclude findings, and reflect critically and ethically on the research process.

- develop the capacity to do independent, informed and critical analyses in relation to tourism.

- demonstrate originality in the application of theory, conceptual frameworks or models and research techniques to formulate, implement and produce dissertation.

General competence

- the capacity to do an independent research project.

- relate to the literature in a research field, assessing methodological and theoretical basis for scientific research.

- be an informed and critical participant in tourist-projects and debates regarding tourism

- contribute to innovation and innovation processes within tourism knowledge production.

Language of instruction and examination

Teaching methods

Assessment

The final assessment consists of a thesis and an oral exam.

The scope of the master's thesis is approximately 30 000 words, and there are four submission deadlines per year: 1 March, 1 June, 1 September, and 1 November. Submission is made in agreement with the supervisor.

Grading: A to E for pass, and F for fail.