MA Thesis in Old Norse Studies

The topic is chosen by the student and approved by the supervisor. The thesis is normally a scholarly study based on Old Norse primary material, yet there is also scope for studies on e.g. research history, theoretical and methodological perspectives and modern medievalism

Students demonstrate their ability to work independently, critically and methodically in their thesis, as well as their mastery of the presentation and documentation techniques appropriate to the topic.

Knowledge:

A candidate who has completed an MA thesis in Old Norse Studies at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Bergen.

• has advanced and in-depth knowledge of the subject of their thesis.
• has extensive and good knowledge of medieval philological theories and research methods relevant to the thesis
• has a good understanding of the scholarly, theoretical issues involved in the topic of the thesis.
• is familiar with the current debate on key issues within the field.

Skills:

The candidate:

• can plan and carry out a major research project in Old Norse Studies
• can use current theories and methods for independent research
• can analyse and critically examine established medieval philological theories, methods, and frameworks
• is able to analyse and adopt a critical stance towards both Old Norse source texts and scholarly work on them

General competence:

The candidate:

• can carry out a major academic research project with a high degree of independence
• can express themselves clearly and correctly in terms of terminology and structure when discussing academic topics.
• can read academic literature in English and has experience in reading texts in Scandinavian and other languages.
• can discuss philological issues and take an independent position on them
• can continue their own professional development and specialisation independently