Theory 3: Synthesis

Brief course description

This is the final theoretical course in the Master of Design programme. Students submit an independent theoretical work, either in writing or in another suitable format. The goal is for each student to develop an independent synthesis of their professional development and learning outcomes from the Master of Design programme. The synthesis is developed into a ‘free-standing’ work

The course’s learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the students will:

• have developed a synthesis of their design-related progression in the Master programme.
• be able to situate their area of specialization in a larger context.
• be able to mediate their theoretical work and communicate with a relevant design milieu and a wider public.

Teaching and learning methods

Group instruction combined with individual instruction. Lectures, workshops, studies of literature and practical work.

Coursework requirements:

• completion and submission of all assignments by the scheduled deadlines
• participation in instruction and activities that are defined as mandatory in the course description

Assessment

Coursework requirements must be met in order for the student to receive a final assessment in the course. The student’s work is assessed in relation to the learning outcomes and assessment criteria set for the course. The assessment is made by the teacher with course responsibility and may also be done in collaboration with internal subject teachers and / or external guest teachers.