Planning and registering for a thesis can be challenging but can be successfully managed with a structured approach. On the Ilias page, you’ll find the thesis guidelines and a list of suggested topics from the ICB chair. Be sure to carefully review both documents. To help you get started, here are some general tips for planning and registering your thesis.

Choose a research topic: The first step in planning a thesis is to choose a research topic. Please refer to the list of thesis topics recommended by the ICB chair. Your topic should be of interest to you. It should also be something you can research in-depth with enough information to work with.

Define your research question: Once you have selected your research topic, you should define your research question. Your research question should be specific, clear, and answerable. It should also be highly relevant to the current debate and contribute to the knowledge base.

Write a research proposal: To register for a thesis under the supervision of the ICB chair, you must first write a research proposal and submit it on Ilias. This will allow the ICB chair to provide you with detailed feedback during office hours. Your proposal should include a clear research question, a literature review, a research design, and a reference list. Once your proposal is approved by the ICB chair, you can register your thesis at the exam office.

Write a thesis: Before you begin your research, conducting a literature review will help you understand the current knowledge in the field and identify any gaps that your research can fill. Your research methodology will depend on the nature of your research question and the data you need to collect. You may choose qualitative or quantitative methods or a combination of both. Once you have collected and analyzed your data, you can write your thesis. Your thesis should include an introduction, literature review, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion. It should also be well-organized, clear, and concise.

Remember to stay organized, communicate with your advisor, and conduct a thorough research proposal.