Course contents *

The course consists of the assignment to search, describe, analyse, summarize and evaluate the present research front in specific parts of the scientific field of property studies. The investigation and the results shall be presented in a written essay or article of such quality that it is publishable in renowned scientific journals in the current field.

Intended learning outcomes *

The comprehensive aim of the course is for the participants to survey and describe the research front in one or more subfields of property studies. The results shall be presented in the form of a written literature review.

Course Disposition

The course is conducted as literature studies, analysis, and a written presentation of the results. The course concludes with seminar presentations of the participant's own projects.

Specific prerequisites *

Initiated post graduate studies in the disciplines of real estate planning, land law or real estate economics.

Recommended prerequisites

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Equipment

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Literature

The literature consists of current and applicable research (articles, reports, books, etc.) published within the subject area. As part of the course requirements, the participants shall by their own search relevant literature.

Grading scale *

P, F

Examination *

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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.

Requirements for final grade: Approved essay/article

Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination

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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination

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Examiner

Peter Ekbäck

Course web

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Offered by

ABE/Real Estate Planning and Land Law

Main field of study *

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Education cycle *

Third cycle

Add-on studies

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Ethical approach *

• 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.