MASTERS THESIS I

The first semester of the MA Thesis, which constitutes the culmination of the student's work leading to the Master of Arts degree. As a demonstration of a student's advanced research ability, the thesis is expected to show originality, clarity of thought, and power of mature expression. It may bring new facts to light, organize facts available in standard sources, or evaluate critically a technique, method, or trend. The thesis must be approved by three faculty readers, one of whom is the thesis advisor. Approval for the course must be secured no less than three weeks prior to the semester in which the student wishes to enroll. Students must submit the MA Thesis Contract Form.Prerequisite: Acceptance into Track A of the TRS Master of Arts program.