Your Guide to Degree Completion

In this final stage, you should incorporate feedback from both the Master's Thesis seminar (final presentation, Q&A) and your supervisor into your final draft.

Complete your thesis, including the abstract, lists, and appendices if applicable. Ensure that all figures and images are of high quality and readable, as they are crucial for the clarity and professionalism of your work.

Once you have finalized your thesis, create a final PDF version and send it to your supervisor for final approval. Only after receiving their approval should you proceed with the official submission to JKU. The submission will be followed by a plagiarism check and the final grading.

The final grading of your thesis is based on a thorough evaluation by your supervisors. Key assessment criteria include (1) the clarity of the problem statement and research questions as well as the logical structure of your thesis, (2) the quality of the theoretical background and literature review, and (3) the appropriateness of the chosen methods (whether empirical or literature-based). Additionally, (4) the originality and validity of your conclusions, (5) adherence to academic writing standards (including terminology, references, and layout), and (6) your ability to work independently throughout the research and writing process are also considered.

Please note that the formal process at JKU, including grading, may take up to 3 months. For detailed information on the formal submission process, refer to here (see Diploma Degree / Master's Theses -> Submission); please follow the steps thoroughly!

What's next? After completing these steps and receiving official confirmation that you have completed your studies, you may register for the official graduation ceremony.

Congratulations on reaching this milestone! We wish you all the best in your future career.

Your MGB team