NEVR3901 Masteroppgave i nevrovitenskap

After successful defense of the thesis the student

Knowledge

The candidate

• has in depth knowledge into one subfield of neuroscience
• has knowledge in ethical aspects of chosen project

Skills

The candidate

• has the competence to formulate a research question based on adequate insight into current knowledge
• gained proficiency in accessing and deciphering scientific data from published sources.
• has the skill to apply and adopt experimental methods to gain new knowledge
• is capable of designing a research inquiry grounded in existing knowledge.
• Is able to strategize, coordinate, record, and carry out a project under guidance, aligning with contemporary research ethical standards.
• Is competent in acquiring and comparing data, as well as discussing findings within a specified field and scientific framework.

General competence

The candidate

• Is proficient in communicating research outcomes and rationalizing interpretations and conclusions in a cohesive manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Can plan, organize, and see a project to its final results

The master's thesis must be written in English. The master’s thesis will be assessed by two examiners, of which at least one should be external to NTNU. The examiners give a preliminary grade to the master’s thesis based on the written work prior to the oral exam in which the student and both examiners take part. The oral exam is in English and can be used to adjust the grade of the written work by one grade up or down.

The grading should be a joint decision in which the assessments of both examiners are included. In the event of a disagreement, the external examiner is given the greatest weight.

The final grade must be released immediately after the oral exam is held. The student is only made aware of the final grade, and the oral explanation of the final grade is the only explanation made available for the student.

When two students write a thesis together, they are agreeing that the written thesis is a common product reflecting cooperation on all levels; by extension they accept to receive the same grade on the written work. There will be an individual oral examination for each student.

If the supervisor(s) are present at the examination, they shall not participate in the oral exam.

If the written work is assessed to a grade F (not passed), an oral exam will not be held. In the event of a grade F (not passed), a new or revised thesis with significant changes may be submitted for assessment one more time. When the student has received a passing grade on the master's thesis, it is not possible to have a new thesis assessed within the same study program.