Current active course description (last updated 2021/22)
Bachelor thesis
GEO2003
Current active course description (last updated 2021/22)
Bachelor thesis
GEO2003
The course mainly consists of a bachelor’s thesis. In addition, there will be an introduction to the philosophy of science and an in-depth study of key geographical theories and methodological approaches.
The course mainly consists of a bachelor’s thesis. In addition, there will be an introduction to the philosophy of science and an in-depth study of key geographical theories and methodological approaches. In all, the course will provide the candidate with a deeper understanding of the ‘common thread’ found within geography; the critical interaction between humans, society and nature. Emphasis is placed on knowledge in writing a bachelor’s thesis as a scientific piece of work. In particular, emphasis is placed on the work involving thematic selection, thesis statement, theoretical and methodological positioning in relation to the analysis of a relevant societal phenomenon. The bachelor’s thesis is a piece of independent research work, where the use of relevant academic theories and perspectives must be applied to a self-chosen topic. The thesis is to be carried out as a minor empirical investigation or as a delimited study of the academic literature. Emphasis is placed on knowledge in writing a bachelor’s thesis as a scientific piece of work. In particular, emphasis is placed on the work involving thematic selection, thesis statement, theoretical and methodological positioning in relation to the analysis of a relevant societal phenomenon. The bachelor’s thesis is to be written based on one or more of the courses that are part of the bachelor programme. The topic is to be registered and approved by the course teacher based on a brief project outline (1-2 pages), which also includes a proposed research issue, disposition and overview of the material. The subject teacher/advisor will help to find a suitable research issue. If finding a suitable topic proves difficult, the student should contact their subject teacher without delay. The bachelor’s thesis is an individual assignment and must have a maximum length of approximately 10,000 words. Line spacing must be 1.5 and 12-point font. Precise referencing of literature and applied materials is required; the list of references and any appendices are additional.
Completed and passed a minimum of 90 credits from the programme description of the Bachelor’s Degree in Geography.
After completing the course, the student will have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge:
- has knowledge about key geographical theories and terminology, as well as showing that this subject matter is applied in the bachelor’s thesis
- has knowledge about various scientific and theoretical currents and show that this is applied in the bachelor’s thesis
Skills:
- can write a scientific bachelor’s thesis
- can choose a scientific methodology and apply this to a specific thesis statement
General competence:
- scientific and theoretical thinking as the basis for critical reflection and positioning
- understanding of the distinctive character of geography and the critical interaction that takes place between humans, society and nature
No tuition fees. Semester fees and cost of course literature apply. Expenses for accomodation and food during the in-person immersions must be covered by the students.
Compulsory for students of Bachelor in Geography
A session that will consist of lectures, group work and student presentations. Furthermore, individual and group webinars and supervision will be arranged when required.
The programme of study is evaluated annually by the students through course surveys (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). The evaluations are part of the university’s quality assurance system.
Composite assessment. Students will receive a letter grade.
- Obligatory participation accounts for 0/100 of the grade and will be approved / not approved.
- The bachelor thesis account for 100/100 of the grade. Students will receive a letter grade.