Bachelor's Thesis in English (ENG291)
The student will write a thesis in one of two sub-disciplines of English: (applied) linguistics or literature.
Course description for study year 2025-2026
Facts
Course code
ENG291
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Spring
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring
Language of instruction
English
Content
The students will write a thesis in one of two sub-disciplines of English: (applied) linguistics or literature. The student chooses topic, research material and relevant reading in consultation with a supervisor. The student must submit a thesis proposal containing a title and research questions, as well as drafts of the thesis, within given deadlines.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The students will gain important knowledge of:
- central concerns in the chosen field of the bachelor thesis
- relevant theoretical texts related to the bachelor thesis
- ethical concerns related to academic research
- main features of academic writing
Skills
By the end of the course, the students will be able to:
- discuss central concerns within the research area of the bachelor thesis
- understand and make use of relevant research methods
- apply academic knowledge to practical and theoretical problems and explain their choices
- reflect on their own academic practice and adjust it under supervision
- find, assess and refer to information and academic material and relate it to an issue
- find and document relevant sources in academic writing
- master relevant skills for academic writing, such as critical thinking and formal language
General competence
By the end of the course, the students will be able to:
- formulate research questions for thesis writing
- gain insight into relevant ethical issues relating to thesis writing
- work independently with complex issues and present the findings in a thesis
- master written academic English
- show familiarity with and correct use of appropriate academic terminology and references
- present important academic material such as theories, problems and solutions, both in writing and orally, as well as using other relevant forms of communication
Required prerequisite knowledge
Students must have a minimum of 50 ECTS in introductory English courses or equivalent in order to begin the specialization.
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor thesis | 1/1 | Letter grades |
Bachelor thesis, A-F, length: 5-7,000 words
Coursework requirements
75 % attendance at the writing seminars, Approved research proposal, Minimum two approved thesis drafts within given deadlines , Minimum two individual supervision meetings
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Dina LialikhovaStudy Adviser:
Anne Marie NygaardMethod of work
Writing seminars and individual supervision meetings.
Overlapping courses
| Course | Reduction (SP) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor Thesis in English (ENG370_1) | 10 |
| Bachelor Thesis in English (LENG370_1) | 10 |
| Bachelor Thesis in English (ENG290_1) | 10 |
| Bachelor Thesis in English (LENG290_1) | 10 |
Open for
Course assessment
The faculty decides whether early dialogue will be held in all courses or in selected groups of courses. The aim is to collect student feedback for improvements during the semester. In addition, a digital course evaluation must be conducted at least every three years to gather students’ experiences.
