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Application for degree project

This page contains information about when and how to apply for writing a Master's thesis at MSE.

The correct course code

The degree project course code depends on whether you are enrolled in the Degree Programme in Materials Design and Engineering (CMATD/TTMVM) or the Master’s programme in Engineering Materials Science (TTMVM):

  • For students enrolled in the Degree Programme in Materials Design and Engineering (CMATD/TTMVM), the correct course is MH201X .

  • For students enrolled in the Master’s programme in Engineering Materials Science (TTMVM), the correct course is MH202X .

When and how to apply

The degree project is carried out during the spring semester according to the programme syllabus. Admission and registration for degree projects are not tied to the usual course registration period for Study period 3. There are no fixed application dates. If you wish to write your degree project during the spring semester, you should submit your application from around the end of November or December of the preceding year and no later than March of the spring semester.

Check your eligibility

To be admitted to the degree project, you must fulfil all the special prerequisites for the degree project course you will take. Please refer to the course pages for MH201X  or MH202X  for the detailed eligibility requirements.

Find a degree project

For more information, see the "Find a Degree Project" section on the page   Degree projects at MSE .

Find a KTH supervisor and examiner

Every degree project requires a KTH examiner and a KTH supervisor. For some degree projects, the examiner, supervisor, or both are already assigned, especially for projects connected to research at MSE. In these cases, you do not need to find them yourself.

For other projects, you are expected to find and contact a suitable examiner and supervisor. The examiner and supervisor can be the same person. When approaching a potential supervisor or examiner, it is helpful to have a short project description available.

The examiner must be one of the examiners appointed for the course. Please see the course pages for MH201X  and MH202X for the current list of examiners.

The KTH supervisor is normally a researcher or teacher at MSE. In many cases, the supervisor is also the examiner. A supervisor from another KTH department may also be possible, depending on the project.

When choosing a supervisor and examiner, look for someone whose research or expertise is relevant to your degree project.

Clarify any issues regarding confidentiality and publication

Any questions or issues regarding confidentiality and publication of the thesis in DiVA must be clarified at the planning stage of the degree project. This is particularly important when the degree project is carried out in collaboration with, or on behalf of, a company or other external organisation. Degree project students, examiner, and KTH and company supervisors are encouraged to consult the document Confidentiality and registration in DiVA [SVE/ENG] (pdf 104 kB) , which provides further information and practical guidance on these matters.

Application process for degree projects - step by step

To apply for a degree project, complete the Application for Degree Project (.pdf)  form and follow the steps below:

  1. The student fills in the application form with all relevant details including personal and contact information, programme, course code, degree project topic, where the degree project will be carried out. Complete Parts 1 and 2.

  2. The student signs the form and submits it to the examiner.

  3. The examiner completes Part 2 of the form and signs it. Either the student or the examiner forwards the signed application to the Director of studies at MSE . The signed form may be submited by email or as a paper copy.

  4. The Director of studies checks the student’s results and degree project eligibility in Ladok. If everything is in order, the Director of studies signs the application and forwards it to ITM Student Affairs.

  5. A study counsellor/master’s coordinator verifies all programme courses in Ladok and admits the student to the degree project course.

  6. The administrative staff register the student for the course if the application is submitted after the last registration date. th