Intelligent Health at OsloMet aims to strengthen collaboration with private and public organizations, and master’s thesis collaborations are an important part of this effort. A master’s thesis is a small-scale research project in which students choose their own topic.
Intelligent Health is an interdisciplinary initiative that takes a broad approach to the field of “health and technology.” The topic and research question must be relevant to a master’s thesis in this field. The goal is for this collaboration to contribute to research and development that addresses real societal challenges.
Does your organization have a relevant problem, an idea for a master’s thesis project, or specific research questions? If so, this could serve as the basis for a master’s thesis at OsloMet. If you’re unsure whether your topic is suitable, just get in touch, and we’ll figure it out together.
About the process
- Fill out the form linked above and briefly describe the background and objectives of your research question, your preferred timeframe, any suggestions for practical and methodological approach, and the prerequisites for students’ prior knowledge.
- Research questions can be submitted throughout the year. The timing of the selection process and the start of the master’s thesis collaboration will depend on the students’ degree programs and interests.
- Intelligent Health will forward your thesis idea to the appropriate course coordinators in relevant degree programs for further follow-up and coordination.
Requirements
- The student’s work within the master’s thesis collaboration should generally not form part of the organization’s regular operations.
- It is expected that the student will receive:
- Necessary training and an introduction to relevant work processes and data collection methods.
- Feedback and support, including review of written work and other project materials.
- If your proposed topic is selected by a student and a thesis collaboration is established, a collaboration agreement must be signed between the student and the organization. The type and content of the agreement will depend on the nature of the collaboration. More information about standard agreements is available here (student.oslomet.no)
- Any costs associated with the thesis project must be covered by the organization.
Timeline
Master’s degree programs are typically completed over two academic years (four semesters). The master’s thesis is usually carried out during Semesters 3 and 4, which include project implementation, data collection, analysis, and writing. Students normally select their thesis topic during Semester 2.
Therefore, potential master’s thesis projects intended for Semesters 3 and 4 should generally be proposed no later than Semester 1 (while the selection and implementation of student projects typically follow a set timeline, project ideas and proposals are welcome year-round).
Example of a schedule for a master's thesis collaboration to be submitted in the fall of 2026
- Semester 1 (Autumn 2026)
- August to November: Potential thesis topics submitted
- September to December: Follow-up and dialogue with organizations
- Semester 2 (Spring 2027)
- January to February: Thesis opportunities published for students
- January to April: Students select thesis projects
- March: “Master’s Project Fair” where opportunities are presented
- January to May: Agreements for project implementation and supervision are established; project planning takes place
- Semesters 3–4 (Autumn 2027 – Spring 2028)
- August to January: Fieldwork and/or laboratory work (data collection)
- August to May: Literature review, analysis, and thesis writing
- May: Thesis submission
- June: Examination and project completion activities
Master’s programs
An overview of relevant master's programs is available on the Norwegian website.
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Intelligent Health
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