The program comprises a total of 120 ECTS credits and consists of both compulsory and elective courses. A student enrolled in the thesis-based master’s program is required to write a thesis in accordance with the thesis writing guidelines of the relevant institute and to defend it orally before a jury. Upon completion of the thesis defense, the jury decides by absolute majority whether the thesis is accepted, rejected, or requires revision. If a revision is requested, the student must complete the required corrections and defend the thesis again before the same jury within a maximum period of three months.