AI105X Degree Project in Finance, First Cycle 15.0 credits

The degree project should constitute a specialisation within the field of technology or the main field of study for first-cycle studies The course is designed as a limited research project within the financial field.

The course structure includes the following parts: Literature studies, collection and compilation of data, analysis, report writing and oral presentation.

Applying to Bachelor's degree:

After completed degree project, the student should be able to

1. show knowledge of the scientific foundation of the chosen subject area, applicable methods and orientation in current research and development and show advanced knowledge within some part of the subject area

2. demonstrate the ability to search, collect and use relevant information critically and identify his/hers needs of additional knowledge

3. demonstrate the ability to formulate, assess and handle problems and critically discuss phenomena, issues and situations

4. demonstrate the ability to plan and with applicable methods carry out assignments within given time frames

5. demonstrate the ability to orally and in writing, account for and discuss information, problem and solutions in dialogue with different groups

6. demonstrate the ability to make assessments considering relevant scientific, social and ethical aspects

7. show such skills that is required to work independently within some part of the main field of technology

At least 135 credits of which 60 credits with progressive specialization for first-cycle studies within the main field of study, should be completed before the degree project may be started. It is the examiner who decides if the student has the specialization that is necessary and that the student has completed the main part of the studies before the degree project can be started. 

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

• XUPP - Degree Project, 15.0 credits, grading scale: P, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

XUPP- Examination assignment, 15.0 credits

Kent Eriksson

Anna Broback

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.