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    • Announcements Forum

      Announcements regarding the development of the master's thesis

      This section will publish all official announcements related to the development of the master's thesis.

      Important information will be communicated, including: the scheduling of consultations with scientific supervisors and consultants; the timetable for intermediate and final evaluations; instructions on selecting the thesis coordinator; and other organizational aspects necessary throughout the thesis development process.

      Please check this section periodically to stay informed about all updates.

    • General Information
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    • Access Requirements

      Enrollment in the course "Development of the Master's Thesis" is subject to the following conditions:

      • Successful completion of the current semester and all master's level coursework, with no outstanding academic debts;
      • Approval of the master's thesis topic by both the academic supervisor and the Faculty Council;
      • Demonstrated competencies in scientific research methodologies and the application of analysis and documentation techniques;
      • The ability to work independently while adhering to professional ethical standards.

      Master's Thesis

      The master's thesis is an original work of scientific research or applied creation, developed based on the advanced knowledge acquired during the course of studies. It must demonstrate:

      • The student's ability to critically analyze, synthesize, and apply modern scientific methodologies;
      • The ability to formulate hypotheses and validate innovative solutions within the chosen field;
      • The originality of the findings and their integration into the current state of the art within the specialization;
      • Strict adherence to academic writing standards and the principles of academic ethics.

      The structure of the thesis includes: introduction, literature review, research methodology, presentation and interpretation of results, conclusions, and references.

      Scientific Supervisor

      • Guides the selection of the thesis topic and the definition of research objectives;
      • Provides methodological support throughout the research process;
      • Monitors the student's progress at various stages of the project;
      • Evaluates the scientific quality and outcomes of the research;
      • Issues and signs the thesis admission approval required for public defense.

      Writing Consultant

      • Provides guidance on the application of academic writing and structuring standards;
      • Ensures the logical flow and coherence of the content presentation;
      • Advises on the correct use of bibliographic sources and citation practices;
      • Identifies and reports any deficiencies in writing or structuring that require correction.

    • Choosing the Master's Thesis Topic

      Selecting the research topic is a fundamental step in the development of the master's thesis.
      The topic must meet academic standards and allow for the conduct of rigorous and applicable research.

      Criteria for Choosing the Topic

      • Alignment with the field of study of the program;
      • Addressing a current, interdisciplinary, or applied problem;
      • Clear and concise formulation of the title;
      • Feasibility of conducting rigorous and innovative research.

      Approval Procedure

      • Discussion with a scientific supervisor;
      • Completion of the topic proposal form;
      • Signing of the form by the supervisor;
      • Approval of the topic in accordance with institutional procedures.
    • Project Proposal Assignment

      Research Topic Proposal

      In this activity, each student must complete and upload the research topic proposal form, in accordance with the specified requirements.

      Instructions for Completing and Uploading

      • Complete the research topic proposal form according to the provided template;
      • Ensure that the form includes: the thesis title, research aim, and objectives;
      • Obtain the scientific supervisor’s signature;
      • Upload the completed and signed form in PDF format;
      • Name the file as follows: Group_Name_Surname_proposal.pdf;
      • Without the supervisor’s signature, the proposal will not be validated.

      Sample Research Proposal

      Thesis Title: Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Methods for Anomaly Detection in Network Systems

      Research Aim: To investigate, compare, and validate the efficiency of modern machine learning methods applied to anomaly detection in network traffic, with the goal of developing an optimized model.

      Objectives:

      • To review the literature on existing methods for anomaly detection;
      • To select and implement multiple machine learning models (e.g., SVM, Random Forest, Neural Networks);
      • To experiment and test the models on real or simulated datasets;
      • To compare the performance of the models using standard metrics (precision, recall, F1-score);
      • To propose recommendations for selecting the optimal method in various contexts.

    • Structure and Writing of the Master's Thesis

      The development and writing of the master's thesis aim to demonstrate the student's ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge, critically analyze information, and propose solutions for investigating and solving real-world problems. Each thesis must reflect the student's personal contribution and must be clearly and correctly written.

      Thesis Development Stages

      StageDescriptionWeight
      Documentation and theoretical research Critical analysis of the literature, identifying knowledge gaps, formulating the research problem. 20%
      Research and writing Application of research methods, model development, problem-solving, drafting and refining the thesis. 60%
      Final revisions and preparation for defense Final verification, proofreading, supervisor feedback, and preparation for defense. 20%

      Master's Thesis Content

      The master's thesis must include the following components:

      • Theoretical component: literature analysis, theoretical foundations, models and technologies used, field documentation.
      • Practical component: development of the proposed solution, modeling, implementation, testing, and result analysis.
      • Personal contribution: original elements proposed by the student, highlighting personal innovations compared to existing solutions.

      Recommended proportions: Theoretical part: 40–50%; Practical part: 40–50%; Personal contribution: minimum 10%.

      Mandatory Structure of the Thesis

      • Title page
      • Declaration
      • Table of contents
      • List of figures and tables
      • Introduction
      • Literature Review
      • Research Methodology
      • Results
      • Conclusions
      • Bibliography
      • Appendices (if necessary)

      Writing Guidelines

      • Use correct and coherent academic English.
      • Cite all external sources properly.
      • Maximum accepted similarity: 30% (checked via plagiarism detection software).
      • Recommended length: 60–80 pages (excluding annexes).
      • Use formal, objective, and academic writing style.

      Plagiarism Prevention

      Students must ensure that their master's thesis reflects their original contribution and that all external sources are properly cited. Academic integrity is mandatory. A similarity threshold of 30% is applied, and violations will be subject to disciplinary actions.

    • Assessment 1: Research and Documentation Practice

      This assessment targets the practice of research and documentation and represents the first mandatory stage in the master's thesis development process.
      Participation in Assessment 1 is essential in order to continue with Assessment 2 and Assessment 3.

      Objectives: the objectives of the assessment are to conduct thematic documentation to establish the theoretical foundation of the research, critically identify and analyze the research problem, define research objectives, justify the proposed methodology, and collect, process, and analyze relevant data.

      The student must upload the following to the Moodle platform in the course IS.M.PC24.1 Research Practice:
      The weekly completed practice notebook, reflecting the activities performed and research progress; the research practice report, drafted according to academic requirements, in PDF format. Both documents must be validated by the scientific supervisor prior to evaluation.

      The final grade for Assessment 1 will be calculated based on the following components:

      • Weekly completion of the practice notebook;
      • Research practice report drafted according to academic standards;
      • Supervisor’s approval regarding the progress and quality of research activities;
      • Evaluation by the research practice committee based on the research report.

      Each component contributes proportionally to the final grade according to the established criteria.

    • Assessment 1 Assignment

      Information Note

      In this activity, it is not necessary to upload any documents.

      Only the final grade for research practice, corresponding to the course IS.M.PC24.1 Research Practice, will be displayed.

      This grade will be automatically recorded in the course dedicated to the practice and will be part of the student's overall evaluation.

    • Assessment 2: Thesis Development (Intermediate Progress)

      This assessment aims to verify the stage of development of the master's thesis and to confirm the progress made in both theoretical and practical aspects.
      Participation in this assessment is essential in order to access the final evaluation stage and the public defense of the thesis.

      Assessment Objectives: The objectives focus on consolidating the theoretical chapters of the thesis, starting the development of the practical component, or formulating a clear proposed solution, as well as organizing the content into a logical and complete structure, even if not all chapters are fully finalized. It also aims to correlate the materials completed with the initially proposed objectives and to identify necessary adjustments for finalizing the thesis.

      Student Requirements: The student must submit a complete draft of the thesis, organized according to the final thesis structure (chapters and subchapters). The draft may include partially developed sections or detailed outlines. The document must contain the theoretical part completed up to this point and the description of the proposed solution along with initial experimental results obtained. The draft must be uploaded to the Moodle platform in PDF format and must clearly reflect the logical organization of the thesis, the progress made to this stage, and the consistency and coherence with the defined objectives.

      Final Grade: The final grade for Assessment 2 will be calculated based on the supervisor’s approval, the evaluation of the progress report, and the student's presentation in front of the evaluation committee.

    • Presentation Instructions

      During Assessment 2, the student must deliver a short presentation in front of the evaluation committee.

      The presentation must obligatorily include:

      • the topic, aim, and objectives of the thesis;
      • the modifications and improvements made following the recommendations received in Assessment 1;
      • the current progress of the thesis;
      • the work plan for completing the thesis.

      The student should avoid repeating information already presented in Assessment 1 and should focus on the progress and updates made to the thesis.

      The presentation must not exceed 10 minutes.

    • Supervisor’s Approval 2 Assignment

      Supervisor’s Approval

      At this stage, the student does not need to upload a separate file for the supervisor’s approval.

      The progress of the thesis will be evaluated directly by the scientific supervisor, who will assess the current stage of the thesis development and assign the corresponding score for this component of the assessment.

      The grade assigned by the supervisor for the progress made will be automatically integrated into the final grade calculation for Assessment 2.

    • Evaluation Report No. 2 Assignment

      Instructions for Uploading Evaluation Report No. 2

      The report must be saved in PDF format and must include all the required sections: title page, student's declaration, supervisor’s approval (unsigned), abstract, table of contents, introduction, main content, conclusions, bibliography, and annexes, if applicable.

      • Ensure that the PDF file is clear, readable, and complete.
      • The file name must follow the format: Group_Ev2_Name_Surname.pdf.
      • It is important that the file is not in "Draft" status and that it is submitted for evaluation.
      • Respect the submission deadline to avoid penalties.
      • In case of difficulty, contact the supervisor or consultant for assistance.

    • Assessment 3: Final Review of the Thesis

      Assessment 3 focuses on the final review of the master's thesis before binding and the official submission of the thesis to the Department.

      At this stage, the student must upload to the Moodle platform the final thesis report in PDF format. The report must include all mandatory parts of the thesis, according to the established structure (cover page, title page, student's declaration, supervisor’s approval, abstract, table of contents, introduction, main content, conclusions, bibliography, annexes).

      The uploaded document may be subject to corrections if, during the review by the writing consultant, formal errors or non-compliance with formatting requirements are identified.

      After corrections and final approval by the consultant, the thesis can be signed by the consultant and prepared for binding. Subsequently, the bound thesis will be signed by the head of the department.

      In the version uploaded to Moodle, only the supervisor’s approval and the declaration of originality must be signed. Other sections do not require signatures in this electronic version.

      Calculation of the final grade for Assessment 3: the final grade will be determined based on the supervisor’s evaluation, the evaluation of the final report, and the assessment made by the review committee.

    • Presentation Instructions

      The presentation during Assessment 3 serves as a preparatory exercise for the final defense of the master's thesis, which has a scientific research character. It is recommended that the presentation be complete, logically structured, and clearly highlight the research activities carried out.

      The presentation should not exceed 10 minutes.

      The presentation must obligatorily include:

      • The research topic, aim, and formulated objectives;
      • The context and relevance of the topic in the addressed scientific field;
      • The main theoretical foundations analyzed;
      • The identified research problem and the formulated hypotheses;
      • The applied research methodology (methods, techniques, instruments);
      • The proposed solution for the research problem (model, algorithm, method, or conceptual prototype);
      • Partial results obtained up to the present;
      • Final conclusions and directions for continuing the research.

      It is recommended to use a clear visual support and a concise presentation focused on the essential elements of the research.

    • Supervisor’s Approval 3 Assignment

      Supervisor’s Approval

      At this stage, the student does not need to upload the supervisor’s approval on the Moodle platform.

      The signed approval must be submitted in printed format together with the thesis report, on the evaluation day, in front of the committee.

      The progress of the thesis will be evaluated directly by the scientific supervisor, who will assess the current stage of thesis development and assign the corresponding score for this component of the assessment.

      The grade assigned by the supervisor for the progress made will be automatically integrated into the final grade calculation for Assessment 3.

    • Evaluation Report No. 3 Assignment

      Instructions for Uploading Evaluation Report No. 3

      The report must be saved in PDF format and must include all the required sections: title page, signed student's declaration, signed supervisor’s approval, abstract, table of contents, introduction, main content, conclusions, bibliography, and annexes, if applicable.

      • Ensure that the PDF file is clear, readable, and complete.
      • The file name must follow the format: Group_Ev3_Name_Surname.pdf.
      • It is important that the file is not in "Draft" status and that it is submitted for evaluation.
      • Respect the submission deadline to avoid penalties.
      • In case of difficulty, contact the supervisor or the consultant for assistance.