Course Contents

Course details Students will follow the given format and guidelines for thesis writing and presentation by the university.

Course Synopsis

The purpose of a thesis is to enable the student to develop deeper knowledge, understanding, capabilities and attitudes in the context of the program of study. The thesis is the last practice of this program which will be written during the last semester (4th semester). It will offer the opportunity to delve more deeply into and synthesize knowledge acquired in previous studies. A thesis for MS Fine Arts Art History program would place emphasis on the technical/scientific/artistic aspects of the subject matter. The overall goal of the thesis is for the student to display the knowledge and capability required for independent work as a Master of Fine Arts history.

Course Learning Outcomes

• The learning objectives for a thesis are based on the objectives for MS Fine Arts program. Specific learning outcomes of MS thesis are to demonstrate: • considerably more in-depth knowledge of the major subject/field of study, including deeper insight into current research and development work. • Deeper knowledge of methods in the major subject/field of study. • A capability to contribute to research and development work. • The capability to use a holistic view to critically, independently and creatively identify, formulate and deal with complex issues. • The capability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge. • The capability to clearly present and discuss the conclusions as well as the knowledge and arguments that form the basis for these findings in written and spoken language. • The capability to identify the issues that must be addressed within the framework of the specific thesis in order to take into consideration all relevant dimensions. • A consciousness of the ethical aspects of research and development work.