If substance use is something you are concerned about or if it is affecting your daily life, you can get support from the university. Substances refer to alcohol, drugs and medication used for intoxicating purposes. The university’s substance abuse programme is there to support you. Early intervention, guidance and access to help always come first. Do you need help? If you feel […]
Accessibility is about promoting equality. It means that services and contents should be easy for everyone to use and understand. In the online environment, this means making digital services as easy to use as possible. The accessibility of digital services applies to all public sector organizations and is governed by the EU Web Accessibility Directive […]
Looking for study tips or want to try new study techniques? This section contains guidelines to help you plan, structure and manage your studies. University-level studies require self-direction and organisational skills. You have the freedom – but also the responsibility – for your own learning. Try the following approaches, for example: Motivation and goals Remind […]
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The university supports practical training by paying funding to employers. As a degree student, you are entitled to traineeship funding when your traineeship meets the conditions set by the university. Read more about the conditions: Instructions for practical training supported by the university, effective from 1 January 2024 (link). The purpose of traineeship funding is […]
Practical training gives you an overall picture of your field and helps you identify what skills you already have and where you can still develop. During your traineeship, you gain experience of different work communities and workplace cultures. Many workplaces have unwritten rules and practices that are best understood through hands-on work. You will also […]
Do you process personal data in your coursework or thesis? If you collect information about people, for example through a survey, an interview or observation, you are likely processing personal data. In that case, you must comply with data protection legislation. These guidelines will help you identify when and how data protection applies to your studies and guide you towards the […]
Finalising the dissertation for publication Once you have received permission to defend, finalise your dissertation manuscript for publication. Allow at least three months for the finalisation and publication process before your public defence. Agree with your principal supervisor on the opponent and the date of the public defence. Take the time needed for the publication […]
This guide describes the stages of the doctoral dissertation pre-examination process at the Philosophical Faculty and helps you prepare for them. You can also learn about the doctoral dissertation examination process by watching the recorded info webinar (requires login). The webinar is in English. Please note! From 1 August 2025, pre-examiners must submit their statements […]
All bachelor’s and master’s degrees include a supervised written thesis towards the end of your studies: • Lower university degree: bachelor’s thesis • Higher university degree: master’s thesis, or advanced studies thesis (medicine and dentistry) Thesis guidelines and requiremens You can find information about the objectives, format, language and assessment criteria of your thesis in your faculty’s or subject’s curriculum. You will receive […]
