Thesis
The final thesis (bachelor, master, or dissertation) and its defence is part of the successful completion of the studies. It is also one part of the State Final Examination. General information for students can be found on the intranet in the Final Theses section (info for students), or detailed below.
For specific information follow the guidelines in Directive No. A/S/961/6/2021 – Qualification Theses and Execution of State Final Examinations in Bachelor and Master Study Programmes .
For more advice and tips from a student perspective, see the Bachelor's Guide.
General information on bachelor and master thesis
Can the final thesis be completed at another workplace, outside the school?
The final thesis can also be completed outside of school (e.g. at the Czech Academy of Sciences, in a company, etc.). However, the thesis must also be overseen by a teacher from one of the UCT Prague departments.
The internal supervisor ensures that the thesis formally and in terms of content meets the requirements of UCT Prague. They also give the credit for the thesis. An external supervisor (at the external workplace) manages the research and experimental content of the thesis.
What is the formal arrangement of the thesis?
The formal arrangement of the thesis is given by Dean’s guideline for writing final theses.
How many pages should the thesis contain?
The thesis should contain around 40–60 standard pages for bachelor’s and 60–80 for master’s. This does not include appendices.
Where and when do I upload the thesis?
The thesis must be uploaded to the Study Information System (SIS) no later than the deadline set by the faculty. See instructions in SIS and the directive mentioned above.
Is plagiarism checked?
Yes. All uploaded theses are automatically checked for plagiarism in the IS/STAG system. Supervisors and opponents see the results and evaluate them.
What is the defence procedure?
The defence is part of the State Final Examination. It usually includes:
- Presentation of the thesis by the student (approx. 10 minutes).
- Reading of the supervisor’s and opponent’s reports.
- Student’s response to questions and discussion.
- Committee deliberation and evaluation.
Dissertation thesis
When and how do I register my dissertation topic?
Doctoral students register their dissertation topic in SIS during their first year of study. The topic must be approved by the faculty and the supervisor.
Are there formal requirements for the dissertation?
Yes, the dissertation must follow the same formatting rules as other theses, with additional requirements depending on the faculty. It must present original research results and usually includes published scientific papers.
How is the dissertation defended?
The defence takes place before a specialised committee. It includes:
- Student’s presentation of research results.
- Reviewers’ reports and questions.
- Discussion with committee members.
- Evaluation and decision.