https://studiegids.vu.nl/en/courses/2025-2026/L_KAMAMUSSCRSystematically and expediently collect and interpret information on a self-chosen subject in the field museum or curatorial studies, or in the field in which the student has specialized (art history, cultural studies, design cultures, or history), or a combination of both. The student is able to read, understand and analyze academic and other complex texts and is capable of making an original contribution to the field.Apply knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills on new or unfamiliar contexts within the chosen specialization.Discern general themes and make connections which are meaningfully supported by a wide variety of primary and secondary literature and primary sources where relevant.Present a complex problem clearly and concisely in written and spoken form on academic level.Write a scientific thesis in clear, effective and academic language and to deliver it within an agreed period.As final part of the program, the student will write an MA thesis on a self-chosen subject, on agreement by the assigned supervisor (and the second reader). While the supervision of the thesis process is mainly individual, the student will be asked to present her or his research plans and progress during joint colloquia. Further specifications on the requirements and process of writing the thesis are established in a specific master thesis guideline, available via VU Canvas.Individual study and supervision, colloquia.Colloquium (p/f): learning objectives 1, 2, 3, 4.Written thesis (100%): learning objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.End terms: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12.Identification of relevant literature forms part of the individual process of thesis writing.Students of the Ma Curating Art and Cultures.See the faculty master thesis guidelines available via VU Intranet.All courses of the first year of the Ma Curating Art and Cultures have te be completed.