Usage Note
Masterarbeit is the research thesis that concludes a Master's programme, typically 60–120 pages. It involves original research and is examined by two supervisors. It replaced the older Magisterarbeit and Diplomarbeit for most disciplines in the Bologna reform.
Examples
"Er verteidigt seine Masterarbeit nächste Woche vor der Prüfungskommission."
Natural Translation
He defends his master's thesis next week before the examination committee.
Literal Translation
He defends his master-work next week before the examination-committee.
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