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MF220X Degree Project in Innovation Management and Product Development

The MF220X Degree Project in Innovation Management and Product Development is a 30.0 credit course offered at the Second Cycle level.

Information per Course Offering

The course is offered in the Autumn and Spring semesters. For the Spring 2026 semester, the course details are as follows:

• Course location: KTH Campus
• Duration: 13 January 2026 - 1 June 2026
• Periods: Spring 2026: P3 (15 hp), P4 (15 hp)
• Pace of study: 100%
• Application code: 60385
• Form of study: Normal Daytime
• Language of instruction: English
• Number of places: Places are not limited
• Target group: Students in Master of Science in Engineering at KTH, who are studying the master's programme TIPDM study year 2, track IPDE

Contact

• Examiner: Sofia Ritzén
• Course coordinator: Jenny Janhager Stier
• Teachers:
  • Jens Hemphälä
  • Sofia Ritzén
  • Johan Arekrans
  • Mats Magnusson
  • Jennie Björk
  • Gunilla Ölundh Sandström
  • Susanne Nilsson
  • Jenny Janhager Stier

Course Syllabus

The course syllabus for MF220X is available as a PDF. The syllabus outlines the course contents, intended learning outcomes, and examination requirements.

Content and Learning Outcomes

Course Contents

The degree project is the final component of a five-year engineering degree, where students demonstrate their ability to independently solve an engineering assignment using a broad spectrum of skills. The subject of the degree project can vary but should relate to technology or technical development and have a clear contribution to product development or innovation.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the scientific foundation and best practices for the chosen subject.
2. Demonstrate the ability to search, create, and integrate knowledge.
3. Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, assess, and handle complex phenomena, issues, and situations.
4. Demonstrate the ability to plan and carry out qualified assignments within given time frames.
5. Demonstrate the ability to develop and evaluate products, processes, systems, methods, or technical solutions.
6. Demonstrate the ability to clearly explain and discuss conclusions and the knowledge and arguments on which these are based.
7. Demonstrate the ability to make assessments considering relevant scientific, social, and ethical aspects.
8. Show skills required to participate in research and development or to work independently in other qualified activities.

Literature and Preparations

Specific Prerequisites

The specific prerequisites for a degree project of 30 credits at the advanced level are:

• All courses from the syllabus years 1-3, or courses required for issuing a Bachelor's degree.
• At least 60 credits of courses at the advanced level must be completed.
• The courses at the advanced level must include courses in the MSc in engineering programme that are relevant to the degree project, as well as a course in scientific theory and research methodology.

Literature

Information about course literature can be found in the course memo for the course offering or in the course room in Canvas.

Examination and Completion

Grading Scale

The grading scale for the course is P (Pass) or F (Fail).

Examination

The examination consists of a thesis project, which includes four compulsory components:

1. Attendance at at least two presentations of other master's degree projects.
2. Attendance and review at a planning seminar.
3. Review and opposition at the presentation of another master's degree project.
4. Carrying out and submitting an approved master's degree project at a public seminar.

Other Requirements for Final Grade

To pass the degree project, students must meet the criteria established by KTH, which include:

• A well-executed literature study.
• A well-justified and evaluated method.
• Autonomous and systematic handling of the thesis task.
• A holistic view and adequate judgments.
• A well-organized and well-written report.
• The ability to present and discuss the work and its conclusions with different parties.

Examiner

The examiner for the course is Sofia Ritzén.

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.

Further Information

Course Room in Canvas

Registered students can find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas.

Offered by

The course is offered by ITM/Integrated Product Development and Design.

Main Field of Study

The main field of study is Mechanical Engineering.

Education Cycle

The education cycle is Second Cycle.