Theoretical and empirical approaches should draw from the student's course work and demonstrate an integrative approach to knowledge creation. The project may involve field, archival, and library research, and result in the production of a major report or paper. A project may combine a theoretical synopsis with applied work to produce an academic publication, innovative report, review, analysis, or enquiry in a chosen field that integrates learning from the MAIS program. Each MAIS project proposal will include a description of the project and its scope, the theories to be explored, an outline of the methodology, and a working bibliography. Students should complete both MAIS core courses before beginning the Integrated Project.
Core courses provide a foundation for understanding and studying interdisciplinary practices.
The project paper or project report should be between 6,000 and 7,500 words. Students may ask that two readers, normally from the MAIS program, assess their papers. Learning Contract A learning contract is typically a letter of agreement between a professor and a student. Students identify, with faculty, the key books, articles, and other materials in a subject area to be read.