The coursework component of the course is completed by the end of March, and the main period for researching and writing the thesis is from the beginning of April to mid-August. However, students are encouraged to start the conceptualisation of their research early. In order to be able to find an appropriate research topic for their Master thesis, formulate relevant research questions, and prepare a valid research design, students need to attend a weekly Thesis Research Colloquium (75 minutes), taught by the Scientific Director (SD).