Earth Science, Degree Project

The individual project for the Candidate exam aims to give insight and experience in actual scientific methods in the subject of earth science.


The primary goals of the study are the planning, execution and reporting of a scientific research investigation. The student will also be trained in searching research literature, writing a scientific report and presenting the research results in a seminar presentation.





Assessment

Examination includes a written report and oral presentation.

See also Syllabus (column to the right).


The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.


Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.

Will be based on scientific articles and reports and will be provided by the supervisor/s and searched for by the student.

Course reports are displayed for the three most recent course instances.


As you prepare for your dissertation, it may be helpful to look at previous student work. These examples are available for those seeking inspiration or a better understanding of how such projects can be structured and presented.

Link to publications






Course leader
Alasdair Skelton (Professor of Geochemistry and petrology)
alasdair.skelton@geo.su.se
08-16 47 50

Student counsellor
elisabeth.dacker@geo.su.se
08-674 78 70

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