Independent Project for the Degree of Master in Chemistry, Second Cycle, 30 credits

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and comprehension
After having completed the course the student shall be able to

• explain and discuss selected topics of the subject, and
• choose and utilise relevant techniques for the thesis.

Proficiency and ability
After having completed the course the student shall

• be able to define scientific problems, and search and critically evaluate scientific information,
• demonstrate experimental skills (plan, implement and document the experimental and theoretical work in a given time frame),
• be able to process and analyze scientific results, and draw conclusions from the results obtained, and
• have the ability to present the results both orally and in writing in accordance with the instructions, in a linguistically correct, well-structured and understandable way.

Values and attitude
After having completed the course the student shall

• have the ability to critically evaluate current knowledge/research development and working methods used in the field,
• have a professional approach in their relationships with co-workers and others in the field, and
• apply a professional approach to the final product of the project, with particular emphasis on reliability, usability and documentation.

Content

The student performs an individual experimental or theoretical science project. The student identifies a problem and defines the research question. Apart from searching of relevant literatures, planning, designing and conducting a science project, the student performs data processing, critically evaluates the results in form of written and oral presentation. The student addresses topics in relation to sustainable development in the project work.

Examinations and grades

Examination, 30 credits (Code: A001)
Grades used are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

According to the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 6, Section 18, a grade is to be awarded on the completion of a course, unless otherwise prescribed by the university. The university may determine which grading system is to be used. The grade must be determined by a teacher specifically nominated by the university (the examiner).

In accordance with university regulations on grading systems for first and second-cycle courses and study programmes (Vice-Chancellor’s decision ORU 2018/00929), one of the following grades is to be used: fail (U), pass (G) or pass with distinction (VG). For courses included in an international master’s programme (60 or 120 credits) or offered to the university’s incoming exchange students, the A to F grading scale is to be used. The vice-chancellor, or a person appointed by them, may decide on exceptions from this provision for a specific course, if there are special grounds for doing so.

The grades used on this course are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

Modes of assessment

• Examination (code A001): Independent work

New Examination Opportunities
If the student has not received a passing grade on the independent project at the end of the course there will be a first opportunity for a new examination within two to five weeks. After that there will be an examination opportunity at the end of each semester. If the errors or deficiencies are considered to be minor, the examiner may, after consultation with the supervisor, decide on supplementary assignments as well as the time frames for these.

For students with a documented disability, the university may approve applications for adapted or other modes of assessment.

For further information, see the university's local examination regulations.

Specific entry requirements

A first-cycle qualification comprising 180 credits of which 90 credits are for specialised study in the main field of study chemistry and chemistry, second cycle 15 credits. The applicant must also have qualifications corresponding to the course "English Course 6" or "English Course B".

For further information, see the university's admission regulations.

Other provisions

Students who have been admitted to and registered on a course have the right to receive tuition and/or supervision for the duration of the time period specified for the particular course to which they were accepted (see, the university's admission regulations (in Swedish)). After that, the right to receive tuition and/or supervision expires.

Transitional provisions

The language of instruction is English.

Reading list and other learning resources

Required Reading

Literature will be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.