Theses
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An academic degree always includes a written thesis. As a student at the University, you are a full member of the academic community and an expert in your field. In your thesis, you will examine a research question or questions of interest to you and generate new scientific knowledge in your field for the benefit of the academic community.
Typically, the thesis is written independently, but, depending on the situation, the related research may be conducted as part of a project or research group or in collaboration with a company or an organisation.
Instructions
Bachelor’s theses and maturity tests
This page provides you information on thesis and maturity test in Bachelor's Programmes.
Thesis and maturity test in master's and licentiate programmes
This page provides you information on thesis and maturity test in master's and licentiate programmes.
Information Seeking and Management for Thesis Writers
Are you in need of references for your thesis? Do you wish to hone your information acquisition skills flexibly online? You can study information seeking whenever and wherever it fits into your schedule by taking this online course offered by Helsinki University Library.
Digital accessibility – What all students should know
The accessibility of digital environments corresponds to physical accessibility. All students should take accessibility into consideration, particularly when drawing up public documents, such as theses. On this page you will find information on digital accessibility and how to create an accessible thesis document.
E-thesis
E-thesis is a digital system for the submission, assessment and archiving of theses and dissertations. On this page you will find information on E-thesis.
Thesis commissions
Commissioned theses are completed in cooperation with employer organisations. On this page you will find instructions on thesis commissions.
The Undergraduate Awards
The Irish Undergraduate Awards (UA) is an academic awards programme open to undergraduate, i.e. Bachelor level, students. On this page you will find the eligibility criteria as well as instructions on how to submit your work.
Get your master's thesis written! grant
The aim of the grant is to promote the finalizing of the master’s thesis by providing for an intensive thesis writing period at one of the field stations of the University. Read more about the grant and applying on this page.