Overview

Evaluation is done via 3  mandatory submissions. It is structured into the following phases:

  • Initial submission (5%, evaluated by the supervisor): First draft including the thesis introduction and objectives.

  • Intermediate submission (10%, evaluated by the supervisor): Draft expanding the content to include the state of the art and methodology, accompanied by an internal oral presentation to the supervisor to present initial results.

  • Final submission (85% evaluated by the committee and supervisors): Submission of the final manuscript and subsequent public oral defense before an examination committee.

Grading of the final submsision

The student should write a final report of his/her research project and give an oral presentation to the evaluation committee and the public. The student’s work is evaluated with regard to the following criteria:

  1. Written Thesis Report (35%, assessed by the reviewers):

    • Scientific Quality and Rigor: Rigor of the adopted methodology, soundness in the discussion of results, and capacity for critical analysis (including awareness of the project's limitations).

    • Organization and Structure: Overall structure, logical flow of the dissertation, and correct, well-justified use of figures and tables.

    • Clarity and Text Authenticity: Readability, precision in technical language, and original writing.

  2. Student's Work Ethic and Attitude (30%, assessed by the supervisor):

    • Assessment, synthesis, and deep understanding of the state of the art.

    • Initiative, autonomy, and proactivity in problem-solving.

    • Consistent work throughout the academic year and compliance with deadlines.

  3. Oral Thesis Defense (35%, assessed by the reviewers and the committee chair):

    • Quality, clarity, and synthesis skills demonstrated in the presentation slides.

    • Delivery, structure of the presentation, and communication effectiveness.

    • Subject Mastery and Critical Defense: Ability to critically defend research choices, methodologies, and findings during the Q&A.

The presentation should take 20 minutes. After the presentation, the committee members (chair of the session and reviewers) will discuss the work with the student for additional 15 minutes.