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Everything you need to know to prepare, carry out, and present your MSc Thesis.<\/p>\n
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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Begin by reviewing the list of available Master\u2019s Thesis (TFM) projects. You may choose a topic from any of the programme\u2019s specialities; however, keep in mind that some courses are strongly recommended to ensure steady progress and solid performance in your thesis.<\/p>\n
All faculty members of the Theory Department at UAM, as well as researchers at the IFT UAM\/CSIC, are available to supervise MSc theses. Each thesis is worth 12 ECTS credits (approximately 300 hours, or about eight weeks of work).[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Regular Defence Periods<\/b><\/p>\n
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If you already know your choice and have spoken with your tutor\/supervisor, please register here:<\/p>\n
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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]You\u2019re almost there! To keep everything smooth and stress-free, please follow these steps.<\/p>\n
Required documents (before your defence)<\/b><\/p>\n
Complete and sign Annex 3 (Supervision Report), Annex 6 (Rights Assignment), Annex 7 (Confidentiality), and the External Supervision Annex (if applicable). You will receive all annexes with step-by-step instructions as the defence dates approach.<\/p>\n
Thesis format<\/b><\/p>\n
Submit your thesis as a single PDF following the official formatting guidelines shared at the start of the year. Note that each track has its own format requirements, so please follow the specific instructions we will send you.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”\/master\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/TFMdocs-astro.zip” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Astrophysics” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”\/master\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/MSc-in-Theoretical-Physics-\u2013-Speciality-in-Particle-Physics.pdf” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Particle Physics” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Evaluation<\/b><\/p>\n
The final grade is awarded on a 0\u201310 scale. Only one Matr\u00edcula de Honor can be granted per call (Ordinary or Extraordinary).<\/p>\n
Submission & logistics<\/b><\/p>\n
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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]This guide keeps you on track with all administrative and academic requirements to successfully complete your TFM.<\/p>\n
You\u2019re not alone. The Master\u2019s Coordination Team is here to support you at every step. If anything isn\u2019t clear, reach out early<\/span>: small questions now prevent big issues later.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”mailto:coordinador.master.fisicateorica@uam.es” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Contact the Master\u2019s Secretariat” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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