Two-year Master Thesis in Geomedia Studies

The Master thesis comprises 30 ECTS credits and takes the form of an academic project which is both theoretical and empirical. Students investigate a problem relevant for the academic field of research Geomedia Studies, and complete an independent theoretical and empirical research project (which may include elements of production) under supervision. The process offers students advanced research competence related to Geomedia Studies, and insight into problem formulation and work processes in the subject area. The thesis constitutes an exercise in managing a research project from original idea to completion in the shape of an academic essay or essay/project text.

Supervision is provided for the duration of the course. Reregistered students are only offered supervision if circumstances permit.

Progressive specialisation: A2E (second cycle, contains degree project for Master of Arts/Master of Science (120 credits)))

Education level: Master's level

Admission requirements: Degree of Bachelor with at least 90 ECTS credits completed in the main field of study Human Geography or Media and Communication Studies, or equivalent (for instance Tourism Studies, Spatial and Social Planning, or Film Studies), including a degree project at the progressive specialisation level worth at least 15 ECTS credits, or equivalent, English B/6, and 60 ECTS credits of completed courses as follows: MKA100 Introduction to Geomedia Studies, 7.5 ECTS credits MKA101 Specialisation course 1: Geomedia, Culture, and Everyday Life, 7.5 ECTS credits MKA102 Specialisation course 2: Geomedia, Public Opinion, and the Public Sphere, 7.5 ECTS credits MKA103 Specialisation course 3: Geomedia, Spatial Planning, and Mobility, 7.5 ECTS credits MKA200 Geomedia Studies in Practice, 15 ECTS credits In addition to the above courses, 15 ECTS credits completed at the second cycle level in Media and Communication Studies or Human Geography.

Selection:

Selection is usually based on your grade point average from upper secondary school or the number of credit points from previous university studies, or both.

This course is included in the following programme

• Master programme in Geomedia Studies: Media, Mobility and Spatial Planning (studied during year 2)