Welcome to the master seminars! These seminars are open for all master students affiliated with the Department of Physics, and are organised in cooperation with the Science Library.
Master seminar 1
- How to write an excellent master project description.
- Three methods for reading scientific papers.
- Useful tips on planning your master project.
Master seminar 2
Coming Spring 2024.
- Searching for scientific literature.
- Using a reference management tool to get organised!
- How to get started with writing your thesis.
Master seminar 3
Coming Fall 2023.
- Structuring your master thesis.
- Write - write - write (Exercises, tips and motivation)
- Copyright: What can I use in my Master thesis?
- How to cite correctly.
- Public outreach - possibilities!
Master seminar 4
Coming Spring 2024.
- How do we decide on your grade?
- More writing tips!
- The ultimate checklist for delivering your master thesis.
- Presenting your master: How to give a great science presentation!
From first to last semester
The master seminar series runs parallel to your master studies, and will follow you from your first to your last semester. All the seminars are open to all our master students, but the content of each seminar is tailored to fit your needs as you progress from new to experienced master student. Attendance is not mandatory, but is strongly recommended as participating will help you with your master project and thesis writing.
Note that the individual seminars require registration! More information about registering and a detailed program for each seminar will be sent out to you when the date draws near.
Below, you will find the main themes covered for each master seminar. We would also love your feedback and suggestions for themes that you would like us to address! If you have any feedback or questions regarding the master seminars, please contact the subject spesialist for Physics at the Science Library.
What's in it for me?
Throughout the seminars, we will cover many different academic and professional skills. You will learn how to search for academic literature efficiently, as well as different methods for reading scientific papers. We offer advice and practical exercises on academic writing, and show you how to make a proper bibliography and how a reference management tool can make your life easier.
We will also cover topics like how to make a great scientific presentation, what to consider when you are making your own figures and plots, and discuss to what extent you can use other people’s pictures and figures in your master thesis.
The seminars will include lectures, hands-on activities, discussions, invited speakers, social activities, help desks and more.