CLEWS master thesis
Welcome to the comprehensive guide for the CLEWS Master's Thesis. Remember, your thesis isn't just an academic requirement; it's a stepping stone toward your professional career. While the journey may be long and demanding, it promises to be immensely rewarding. Embrace this challenge with enthusiasm, and it will lead you to success. Climb the mountain and the view towards your future will be great.
(Photo: The almost 4000m mountain Erciyes Dağı in Turkey.)
Infos
- Official information of the University of Potsdam
For a comprehensive step-by-step guide, official information, and much more, please visit our detailed information page linked above.
Downloads
- CLEWS masters thesis template (DOCX 67KB)
Note: While it is not mandatory, you are welcome to use the following template for the title page of your final thesis. A self-written title page should contain all the essential information. Please note that every thesis submission must include a Statement of Originality.
- CLEWS defense registration (DOCX 50KB)
- CLEWS defense registration (PDF 161KB)
Note for students: The completed and signed form must be emailed (as a PDF) from the student to your CLEWS coordinator (see email in doc) at least one week before the scheduled defense date.
- CLEWS defense protocol (DOCX 52KB)
- CLEWS defense protocol (PDF 541KB)
Note for supervisors: Please print this form before the defense and send the completed and signed protocol to the Examination Office of the University of Potsdam immediately after the defense.
FAQ for starting your master thesis
Aim of the master thesis
How do I find a topic for my Master's thesis?
Choosing two supervisors
Two CLEWS modules support your graduation
When to register?
Topic assignment - How to register?
Writing process
What if you want to change your topic?
Processing time
Selection of Elective Modules for Your Final Grade
Formal requirements for submission
Missed/late submission
What options are there for extending the processing time for the thesis?
Grading procedure of your master thesis
Additional Information
Defense organization
Defense procedure
Optional 3rd supervisor for your thesis defense
Booking a room for your thesis defense
Finish your studies at CLEWS
Formalities
Issuance of Graduation Documents
Note: This FAQ may contain some outdated information. For the latest information, please visit the Examination Office website here.