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The dissertation is a 15,000 word scholarly work on a research project (or practical project) defined by the student with the guidance of a supervisor, identified and approached by the student. Supervisors will offer guidance on how to define, conceptualize and prepare the project and will offer feedback on writing at various stages of the dissertation's development.听
Students can choose to develop a project paper instead of a theoretical dissertation. The assessment requirements are, however, the same. In addition, formative assessment will include three workshops and seminars held across the year. The dissertation or the project paper usually includes some original analysis of conservation theory and practice. Research can involve the condition check and treatment of an object, a reflective analysis of a conservation problem, methodological development and/or analysis, or an inquiry into theories of conservation, among other topics. The MSc in Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media requires that the dissertation demonstrates proficiency in the chosen topic, shows mastery of the material and is effective in its overall organisation and argumentation. Dissertations are submitted in early September.听
Note: students who are already working within a conservation setting or institution will be able to undertake this module in their workplace setting through supervision in the Department of History of Art with input and advice from the students' workplace line manager.听
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
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This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.
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