Dissertation

Code	17828
Year	5
Semester	S2
ECTS Credits	20
Workload	OT(90H)
Scientific area	Arquitetura
Entry requirements	Last unit of the programm.
Learning outcomes	The unit establishes the conclusion of the Integrated Master's Degree in Architecture (MIA) studies with the prior close and approval of all the other curricular units of the course. It aims to develop research in Architecture capable of demonstrating skills corresponding to the profile and learning objectives outlined by a synthesis ofthe previous units course. Through the preparation of a dissertation / final master's project, the student is expected to present the Dissertation / final master's research project to a jury, proposed by the Course Committee of the Integrated Master's Degree in Architecture (MIA). Approval is only obtained with a classification equal to or greater than 10/20.
Syllabus	Preparation and completion of an integrated master's thesis in architecture, is done under the supervision of a PhD in architecture teacher, previously approved, as well as, the defence of the thesis in public examinations before a jury, both approved by the Course Committee. As this course is tutorial in nature, the topics vary depending on the supervisor and the theme of the thesis. The Programme and themes are framed within the disciplinary areas of Architecture by the development and organisation of research in all its components, namely the characterisation of the state of knowledge, identification of objectives, establishment of a research methodology, systematisation of references, all in the construction of a document capable of synthesising and communicating the research carried out, as well as, explaining with arguments the work in a Public Session.
Main Bibliography	As this is a tutorial UC, the bibliography will be based on the theme and content of the research project or dissertation developed by the student, supported by the guidance and advising of the supervisor(s). The bibliography is therefore monitored by the surpervisor teacher according to the topic of each student's dissertation / final master's research project.
Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria	Assessment is carried out in the form of a dissertation document / final master's research project, defended in a public exam with a jury appointed by the Course Committee and made up of at least three members of the MIA course's doctoral teaching staff in Architecture: President, supervising team; main responsible for the argumentation . The assessment is carried out through an oral presentation, using digital technologies, panels or models. Presentation of the final work before the jury will be authorised with a declaration from the supervisor, course committee and timetable accordingly.
Language	Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.