Master's Thesis in Geography

Education facts

Code: KG9209

In this course you will write a thesis in the in the Second Cycle, that is a master’s thesis. <b>Purpose and learning objectives</b> Through this course you will develop - knowledge and skills to formulate a research question and systematically investigate this in a thesis work. - skills to collect, interpret and analyse geographical data. - competence to critically evaluate and reflect on others’ thesis work. - competence to be able to identify ethical issues and norms for social research. <b>Content and teaching methods</b> In this course, students individually write a thesis corresponding to 30 credits. This means one semester full time studies. This is accomplished through individual work, individual supervision and seminars. Depending on the question developed for the thesis, this course may involve different types of field studies; in the close vicinity, on other places or internationally. The master’s thesis may be included in a master’s degree.

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree with a major in Geography or admitted to the Master's Programme in Globalization, Environment and Social Change. 60 ECTS credits at advanced level including a minimum of 30 ECTS credits in Geography and at least 15 ECTS credits methods. Swedish upper secondary school course English 6 or equivalent.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Master's Thesis in Geography

  Stockholm University

  Stockholm

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %