Is it possible to complete
a bachelor's degree programme in just four or five semesters?
With regard
to content, the recommended duration of study is six semesters. Especially for
students who would like to start a master's programme following their bachelor's
degree, completing the bachelor's programme prematurely is not recommended.
In
principle, it is formally possible to complete the bachelor's degree after four
or five semesters, as the regulations for the BA degree programmes at the
Faculty of Social Sciences do not specify a minimum duration of study. However,
this is only possible if no minimum duration of study is specified for the
chosen minor subject either.
Must I have completed my
minor subject in order to write my bachelor's dissertation?
No, but you
should enquire about the standard period of study and the Study and Examination
Regulations for your minor subject.
How can I find an examiner for my thesis?
You can
find out more about lecturers' acceptance modalities on their homepages. Since
their schedules quickly fill up, looking for an examiner from the fourth semester
onwards in the bachelor's programme and from the third semester onwards in the
master's programme is recommended. Please also make sure that your topic
matches the research priorities of the lecturer whom you would like as your
supervisor.
You can
find here further important information, including which groups of
people are entitled to supervise a dissertation as the first or the second
reviewer.
When can I register for the BA/MA thesis?
You can
register your BA Thesis once you have completed seven modules.
You can
register your MA thesis in the Political Science degree programmes and
the MA Sociology programme once you have earned 56 CP.
In the MA
Economic Sociology programme, you must have completed five modules before you
can register your thesis.
You should
find a supervisor before registering your thesis.
Where can I register my BA/MA thesis?
You can
register your thesis at any time. Please complete the relevant
registration form (see download area) for your degree programme and post
it in the green letterbox in front of the Examination Office or send it to the
Examination Office by email.
Who can help me with writing academic texts (term papers, bachelor thesis, etc.)?
If you have
any questions about content, you should always ask your supervisor.
Beyond
that, the university's Writing Centre offers various courses and workshops on
academic writing as well as individual advice on your writing project which is
free of charge. You can find further information .
