Diploma theses and dissertations
Section of Law and IT
Diploma theses
Allocation and support
Diploma theses at the Section are assigned and supervised by:
- Univ. Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Staudegger
- Univ. Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Hödl
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Christian Bergauer
General requirements
Diploma theses in the subject "Legal Informatics and IT Law" must deal with IT law topics with legal problem-solving competence.
The prerequisite is successful participation in a seminar held by the supervisor, which includes the preparation of a written seminar paper.
Topic of the diploma thesis
The assignment of topics is based on the specific interests of the students.
Disposition/structure
The development of a Diploma thesis outline by the student takes place independently and is accompanied by one or more outline discussions with the chosen supervisor until the outline is approved.
Supervision offer
If the requirements are met, an initial consultation is possible at any time by appointment.
Information on research, writing the thesis and citation methods
Please clarify any questions regarding the research, the writing of the thesis and the desired citation style with your supervisor.
Evaluation and appraisal
Once the thesis has been uploaded to UGO, it will be reviewed by your supervisor within two months. Further information regarding the submission process can be found on the Dean's Office website.
Defensio
After completion of the thesis, a defensio takes place in the form of a discussion on sensitive issues of the thesis.
Dissertations
Allocation and support
Dissertations at the Section are awarded and supervised by:
- Univ. Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Staudegger
- Univ. Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Hödl
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Christian Bergauer
General requirements
A key area of responsibility is the supervision of relevant dissertation projects.
It goes without saying that courses are thematically relevant in the sense of research-based teaching.
Topic of the dissertation
The assignment of topics is based on the specific interests of the doctoral candidates.
Disposition/structure
The development of a thesis outline by the student takes place independently and is accompanied by one or more outline discussions with the chosen supervisor until the outline is approved.
Supervision offer
If the requirements are met, an initial consultation is possible at any time by appointment.
Information on research, writing the thesis and citation methods
Please clarify any questions regarding the research, the writing of the thesis and the desired citation style with your supervisor.
Evaluation and appraisal
Supervisors have four months after submission of the dissertation to review it. Further information regarding the submission process can be found on the Dean's Office website.
Defensio/Rigorosum
After completion of the dissertation, a defensio / viva voce takes place in the form of a discussion on sensitive issues of the work.
