Course content

The course gives the student insight into the use of sources, theory and method in the work on the master's thesis. The course is a preparation for the master's thesis.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

After completing the course, the student has:

• comprehensive understanding of current sources for the master's thesis, both primary and secondary sources, and how they can be used critically in an argument
• in-depth knowledge of formal aspects of the master's thesis as a genre

Skills

After completing the course, the student is able to:

• find relevant sources and plan how these can be critically used in a professional argumentation
• apply different theoretical and methodological approaches to a specific art historical research object
• reflect on the selection of relevant sources for a specific research project

Learning methods and activities

Seminars, self-activity, oral presentations and compulsory assignments. The teaching will be about the choice of sources, theory and method, and you will gain insight into a wide range of different art historical traditions and methods through different academic texts. The course will also thematize how to plan and write a scientific work in art history.

The master's seminar also serves as a gathering forum for all the master's students to present and give feedback on work in progress.

The students are required to keep posted on messages from the department or teacher at Canvas.

Compulsory assignments

• 70% mandatory attendance
• Written submission of the chosen topic for the master's thesis, 1000-2000 words

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

None.

Course materials

The required reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.

Credit reductions