The formal academic review process required to earn an advanced degree.
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- A formal evaluation process for academic theses or dissertations.
- Performed by a panel of professors or experts.
- Required for the final approval of a degree.
개요
논문심사는 학위 취득을 위한 마지막 관문입니다. 학생이 작성한 논문이 학문적으로 충분한 가치가 있는지, 연구 방법이 적절한지 등을 교수진이나 외부 전문가가 엄격하게 평가하는 제도입니다. 2) 사용 패턴: 주로 '논문심사를 받다', '논문심사를 통과하다', '논문심사를 진행하다'와 같은 서술어와 함께 사용됩니다. 3) 공통 문맥: 대학교 졸업 논문, 석사 학위 논문, 박사 학위 논문 심사 등 교육 기관 내에서 매우 공식적인 상황에서 사용됩니다. 4) 유의어 비교: '논문 평가'는 좀 더 일반적인 의미의 피드백을 뜻하는 반면, '논문심사'는 학위 수여를 결정짓는 제도적이고 공식적인 절차를 강조합니다.
Examples
다음 주에 석사 학위 논문심사가 있습니다.
academicI have my master's thesis defense next week.
교수님께 논문심사를 요청드렸습니다.
formalI requested a thesis review from the professor.
논문심사를 무사히 통과해서 기뻐요.
informalI am happy because I passed my thesis defense safely.
논문심사 위원들은 엄격한 기준으로 평가했다.
formalThe thesis committee evaluated with strict standards.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
논문심사 결과
results of the thesis defense
논문심사 기간
thesis defense period
Often Confused With
Refers to the guidance provided by an advisor during the writing process. '논문심사' is the final evaluation, while '논문지도' is the ongoing mentoring.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This term is strictly used in academic settings, specifically higher education. It carries a high level of formality. It is not used for undergraduate term papers or high school essays.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse it with '논문작성' (writing a thesis). Remember that '심사' refers specifically to the act of being evaluated by others, not the act of writing.
Tips
Use with formal verbs for clarity
Always pair '논문심사' with verbs like '통과하다' (pass) or '받다' (undergo). This makes your academic Korean sound natural and professional.
Avoid using in casual conversation
This word is strictly academic. Do not use it to describe simple school assignments or informal feedback sessions.
The importance of degree defense in Korea
In Korea, the thesis defense is considered a major life event. It is common for students to provide small refreshments or formal invitations to their committee members.
Word Origin
Derived from Sino-Korean characters: 論 (논, discussion/thesis), 文 (문, writing), 審 (심, investigate), 査 (사, examine). It literally means 'investigating and examining a thesis'.
Cultural Context
In Korean universities, the thesis defense is a highly formal and sometimes stressful event. It represents the culmination of years of research and is treated with great respect.
Memory Tip
Think of '심사' as 'a judge's look'. Just like a judge evaluates a case in court, professors evaluate your thesis in a defense.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions해당 분야의 전공 교수님들과 외부 초빙 심사 위원들로 구성된 심사 위원단이 진행합니다.
보통 '수정 후 재심' 판정을 받거나, 심사 결과에 따라 학위 취득이 연기될 수 있습니다.
학기 말에 주로 이루어지며, 학생이 논문을 제출한 후 일정 기간의 검토 시간을 거쳐 진행됩니다.
완성된 논문 초안, 발표용 자료(PPT), 그리고 심사 위원들의 질문에 대비한 연구 근거 자료가 필요합니다.
Test Yourself
이번 학기에 드디어 졸업 ___을 받게 되었다.
졸업을 위해 논문을 평가받는 절차는 '논문심사'입니다.
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Summary
The formal academic review process required to earn an advanced degree.
- A formal evaluation process for academic theses or dissertations.
- Performed by a panel of professors or experts.
- Required for the final approval of a degree.
Use with formal verbs for clarity
Always pair '논문심사' with verbs like '통과하다' (pass) or '받다' (undergo). This makes your academic Korean sound natural and professional.
Avoid using in casual conversation
This word is strictly academic. Do not use it to describe simple school assignments or informal feedback sessions.
The importance of degree defense in Korea
In Korea, the thesis defense is considered a major life event. It is common for students to provide small refreshments or formal invitations to their committee members.
Examples
4 of 4다음 주에 석사 학위 논문심사가 있습니다.
I have my master's thesis defense next week.
교수님께 논문심사를 요청드렸습니다.
I requested a thesis review from the professor.
논문심사를 무사히 통과해서 기뻐요.
I am happy because I passed my thesis defense safely.
논문심사 위원들은 엄격한 기준으로 평가했다.
The thesis committee evaluated with strict standards.
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