Re­gis­tra­tion for Mas­ter thes­is

Registration for Master thesis / preparatory modules (only PO v4, from WS17/18)

1. Structure of the Master thesis

The master thesis (in the examination regulations referred to as the "Research Phase") consists of three modules:

• Preparation: Theory (15CP)
• Preparation: Methodology (15CP)
• Master thesis (30CP)
  This module contains:
  • The written report (“Master thesis”).
  • The colloquium on the master thesis (“Defense”).

2. Conditions for registration

• Preparation: Theory
  • Quantum Mechanics II passed.
  • At least 48CP acquired.
• Preparation: Methodology
  • Quantum Mechanics II passed.
  • At least 48CP acquired.
• Master thesis
  • “Preparation: Theory” successfully completed.
  • “Preparation: Methodology” successfully completed.

3. Forms of examination

• Preparatory modules
  • The preparatory modules are usually concluded with a presentation about the familiarization phase.
  • The presentations for both modules can be given on the same date.
• Master thesis
  • Written report (usually 40-80 pages).
  • Oral defense including an examination interview (45-60min).

4. Finding a topic, choosing the supervisor

Important:

• Before registering for the preparatory modules, please find a supervisor and agree on the topic and a timeframe for the project!
• When you have registered for the preparatory modules, please inform the supervisor! The supervisor will not receive a separate message about the registration!

5. Deadlines and dates for registration

• Preparatory modules
  • The preparatory modules are offered in both the summer and winter semesters.
  • Important: The registration deadlines correspond to the regular deadlines for course registration in PAUL. Please make sure you meet the deadlines.
  • The preparatory modules are taken in parallel and last one semester (six months).
• Master thesis
  • Registration for the Master thesis can be made at any time after the preparatory modules have been successfully completed.
  • Usually the Master thesis is registered immediately after completing the preparatory modules.
  • Registration takes place via the form in PAUL which is signed by the supervisor and the chairman of the examinations committee.
  • The second reviewer should be asked separately whether he / she is willing to take on the review. A signature on the form is not necessary.
  • You have five months to complete your Master thesis.

6. Registration in PAUL

• The registration of the Master thesis in PAUL is done under "Applications".
• After "submitting" the registration, the admission requirements are checked.
• If the requirements are met, the application form will be made available in PAUL under "Documents".

7. Evaluation of the work / extension

• An extension by a maximum of four weeks (illness) or eight weeks (other reasons) may be requested to the examination committee.
• Evaluation of the written work will take place within four weeks after submission of the work.
• The oral defense will take place at the latest six weeks after submission of the paper.