Frequently asked questions #
Below are some frequently asked questions, along with our answers.
Why Royal Hacking Lab? Opportunities?
It is a privilege to complete thesis work in a research lab (particularly Royal Hacking Lab)
Some students are offered to have seats in our laboratory during the study
- Selection is based on various criteria (full-time study or publication desire)
Working in the lab provides a significant environment
- A unique mentoring service (e.g., weekly meetings)
- Being a part of a team containing selected students
We may offer 2, 3, 6, or up to 12 months of full time paid work after thesis work (If we have funding)
- This is only valid for those who wants to publish a paper in the lab
- You will most likely extend your thesis work during this period
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I have sent my proposal, what is next?
Applications are not evaluated immediately upon receipt
Evaluation begins when a sufficient number of applications for a particular thesis are collected
The right candidate is then selected from the group of applicants
Selected candidates are invited to interviews
Interview dates are not set in advance
Those selected for supervision are informed within two weeks of the interviews
If we are unable to supervise you (e.g. if the quota is exceeded), we can inform you of possible supervisors
You can then use your proposal to apply for another supervisor
How long does to take to process resource access applications?
We can process properly drafted submissions swiftly.
We usually grant card and key access in 2-3 weeks.
We usually make an existing device available to you in 2-3 weeks.
We usually complete the procurement of a new device in 4-5 weeks.
Asking for the status of your submission can not speed up the process.
We are unable to get back to you timely about the mistakes (especially approvals and confirmations) in your submission.
Is master's work is paid job?
Our master’s thesis studies are not a paid job unless otherwise stated. If we collaborate with a company, they usually pay. Every company has their policy like paying every month or at the end of the study.
Apart from that, we select best studies and offer at least 2 months full paid summer work to transform thesis work to an academic paper.
How long does to take to process temporary lab visit requests?
We usually book a lab visit in 2 weeks.
Why am I not getting response for my application?
If you are not getting response in 4 weeks, you most probably did not apply properly, For example, you did not attach your proposal or CV.
I would like to hack a device that is not on your list of available devices
We would first request that you look over the list of existing devices and see if you can find an equivalent device. If you cannot, you can request a device purchase.
How many proposals can I submit for a thesis?
Note that due to high number of submission, we are able to evaluate only one submission per student during his/her education career.
Do you require Swedish citizenship?
Our collaborators may require Swedish citizenship. However, we do not include this information on pre-proposals. That’s why feel free to send your proposal. If we like it we can start a separate study with you.