Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics
An independent project is usually the last course in a program; it is a project where you will apply your in-depth knowledge, skills and capabilities to an academic study of an issue in the field of your education. The independent project can be carried out individually or as a joint project between two students, where you will plan, conduct and present an academic study. Your project will be presented in an open seminar. You also have an opportunity to publish your thesis open source, in SLU’s database, Epsilon.
Information from the course leader
Welcome to the master thesis course! This course is offered in the spring and the fall semester as an on-campus course with mandatory seminars where you will present as well as take opponent roles, to prepare for the final seminar. In preparation for the course, please identify a project you want to take on. You can do an individual project or a joint project with another student. We recommend that you ensure subject knowledge as well as method skills before taking this course. Supervisory support is offered in meetings in person, zoom and in feedback in manuscripts. All students are accepted to the course with conditions - to give us opportunities to check on prerequisites as well as supervisory capacity. The Canvas course is shared between the thesis courses our department offers. We will provide a template, and supervisory support in your thesis adventures. We look forward to meeting you.
Course evaluation
Additional course evaluations for EX0975
Academic year 2024/2025
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30137)
2025-01-20 - 2025-06-08
Academic year 2024/2025
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30138)
2025-01-20 - 2025-06-08
Academic year 2024/2025
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10138)
2024-09-02 - 2025-01-19
Academic year 2024/2025
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10139)
2024-09-02 - 2025-01-19
Academic year 2023/2024
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50109)
2024-06-03 - 2024-10-20
Academic year 2023/2024
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50111)
2024-06-03 - 2024-10-20
Academic year 2023/2024
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30270)
2024-01-15 - 2024-06-02
Academic year 2023/2024
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30271)
2024-01-15 - 2024-06-02
Academic year 2023/2024
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10313)
2023-08-28 - 2024-01-14
Academic year 2023/2024
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10316)
2023-08-28 - 2024-01-14
Academic year 2022/2023
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50081)
2023-06-05 - 2023-10-22
Academic year 2022/2023
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50082)
2023-06-05 - 2023-10-22
Academic year 2022/2023
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30261)
2023-01-16 - 2023-06-04
Academic year 2022/2023
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30262)
2023-01-16 - 2023-06-04
Academic year 2022/2023
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10304)
2022-08-29 - 2023-01-15
Academic year 2022/2023
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10305)
2022-08-29 - 2023-01-15
Academic year 2021/2022
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50038)
2022-06-06 - 2022-10-23
Academic year 2021/2022
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50039)
2022-06-06 - 2022-10-23
Academic year 2021/2022
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30074)
2022-01-17 - 2022-06-05
Academic year 2021/2022
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30075)
2022-01-17 - 2022-06-05
Academic year 2021/2022
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10066)
2021-08-30 - 2022-01-16
Academic year 2021/2022
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10067)
2021-08-30 - 2022-01-16
Academic year 2020/2021
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50032)
2021-06-07 - 2021-10-24
Academic year 2020/2021
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50033)
2021-06-07 - 2021-10-24
Academic year 2020/2021
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30057)
2021-01-18 - 2021-06-06
Academic year 2020/2021
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30058)
2021-01-18 - 2021-06-06
Academic year 2020/2021
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10064)
2020-08-31 - 2021-01-17
Academic year 2020/2021
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10065)
2020-08-31 - 2021-01-17
Academic year 2019/2020
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50048)
2020-06-08 - 2020-10-25
Academic year 2019/2020
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-50049)
2020-06-08 - 2020-10-25
Academic year 2019/2020
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30139)
2020-01-20 - 2020-06-07
Academic year 2019/2020
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-30140)
2020-01-20 - 2020-06-07
Academic year 2019/2020
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10141)
2019-09-02 - 2020-01-19
Academic year 2019/2020
Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics (EX0975-10142)
2019-09-02 - 2020-01-19
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
EX0975 Master's thesis in Forest Science, A2E - Forest Economics, 30.0 Credits
Masterarbete i Skogsvetenskap, A2E - SkogsekonomiSubjects
Forest ScienceEducation cycle
Master’s levelModules
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Single module | 30.0 | 0201 |
Advanced study in the main field
Second cycle, contains degree project for Master of Arts/Master of Science (120 credits)Master’s level (A2E)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
Knowledge equivalent to 30 credits at second-cycle level in the main field of study. A Pass grade for the independent project at first-cycle level, or a Bachelor’s degree. The student must have completed at least one course relevant to the subject of the independent project before starting the project. Knowledge of English equivalent to English 6.Objectives
The aim of the course is for the student, based on previously acquired knowledge, to independently plan, carry out and present an academic study within a given time frame. Through the independent project, the student will develop their skills in the academic work process and deepen their subject knowledge considerably.
On completion of the course, the student will be able to:
independently and creatively identify and formulate scientific questions;
independently search, compile, evaluate and critically interpret relevant information and literature;
independently plan and, using adequate methods, carry out a scientific study within given time frames;
analyse and evaluate data and/or findings on a scientific basis;
discuss contents and conclusions in a scientific work critically, and reflect on how the choice of question and method relates to the scientific and practical basis of the subject;
reflect on social and ethical aspects, sustainability aspects within the subject as well as ethical aspects of research and development;
present a scientific work in accordance with the prevailing practice of the discipline, adapted to the intended audience and according to the instructions given;
write a summary in English of a scientific report according to the instructions given;
write a popular science summary of a scientific work according to the instructions given;
present a scientific work orally and critically review and discuss, as well as give constructive criticism of, another student’s project, including method, conclusions and the context of the work in a wider perspective;
identify their own skill and knowledge development needs in the subject of the project.
Content
The course involves carrying out an independent, academic project (degree project) under supervision. The project is to be carried out independently, using data collected by the student themselves, or equivalent data. The project should preferably be carried out individually, but the course coordinator can admit exceptions under certain circumstances. The set-up of the independent project should be documented in a work plan established in consultation with the supervisor before the project starts.
The project is to be presented orally and in writing, as seminars or an equivalent format, and according to the instructions given. The course also involves taking part in a public discussion of another student’s project in order to assess the ability to give constructive criticism.
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
A Pass grade for the written report and the oral presentation, as well as a Pass grade for the critical review of another student’s project. If the work has been carried out in pairs, it must be made clear to the examiner what each individual has contributed; this applies to both the written report and the oral presentation. The work effort and the scope of the work should correspond to 30 credits for each student, and each student must fulfil all intended learning outcomes. - If the student has not received a Pass grade for a test, the examiner has the right to give a supplementary assignment, provided this is feasible and can be justified.
If the student has been granted learning support due to a disability, the examiner has the right to offer an adapted test or let the student take the test in an alternative manner.
If this course syllabus is changed, or if the course is discontinued, SLU shall decide on transition rules for examination of students admitted under this syllabus but who have not yet completed the course.
For the examination of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow the student to add supplemental information after the submission date. For more information, please refer to the regulations for education at Bachelor’s and Master’s level.
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
Once the student has received a Pass grade for the written report, this must be published in the SLU system for electronic publication (Epsilon) (upon agreement), and checked for plagiarism. To be admitted to the course, the student must have an agreement with the supervising department concerning supervisor and the subject of the project.Students are recommended to take a course corresponding to at least 5 credits in scientific methodology before starting their independent project. This requirement is fulfilled by students who follow the syllabus for SLU degree programmes. Students who have not completed an undergraduate programme at SLU are urged to take the web-based teaching components provided for undergraduate-level independent projects. A course in scientific methodology is any course or course component that contributes to the student fulfilling the qualification requirement of advanced method knowledge in the main field of study. The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies to the course date the student has been admitted to and registered on.
SLU is environmentally certified according to ISO 14001. Many of our courses address knowledge and skills that contribute positively to the environment. To further strengthen this, we have specific environmental goals for education. Students are welcome to suggest measures in the course design and implementation that lead to environmental improvements. For more information, see SLU’s website, [www.slu.se](
Responsible department
Department of Forest Economics
Further information
Litterature list
Robson, Colin & McCartan, Kieran (2015) Real World Research (4th ed.) John Wiley & Sons, Chichester, the UK, ISBN: 978-1-118-74523-6 + articles that are available in Canvas
You may find the recommended book digitally at: (https://canvas.gu.se/courses/36126/files/3328133)