Module 4: The PhD result

The module is about the final phase of the artistic research project, and the identification and sharing of the contribution(s) to the field. 

Based on the research fellows’ projects, the fellows and the seminar leaders discuss various forms of contributions, as well as different formats for final presentations, documentation and the archiving of artistic results and reflections.


Recommended time:

Fourth semester. Module 1 must normally be completed to qualify for participation. It is recommended to also have completed module 2-3 before participation in module 4.

Scope:

A total workload of 100–120 hours, corresponding to 4 credits.


Work and teaching methods:

In-person seminar based on a digital resource, preparatory assignments related to the seminar topics, lectures, presentations in varied formats, plenary discussions, and discussions in groups. The assignments and supplementary readings will be shared at least one month before the seminar.


Coursework requirements:

  • Make yourself familiar with the online resource and the literature/projects on the reference list 
  • Submit the material requested in the preparatory assignments 
  • Familiarise yourself with the other fellows' shared material 
  • Prepare a presentation in a relevant format
 
During the seminar, PhD students must give a presentation, lead a group work session, and play an active part in the discussion of other PhD students’ projects.

 

The module relates especially to the following learning outcome:

  • can contribute to the discourse on artistic research
  • can formulate research questions and plan artistic research, with focus on artistic processes and results 
  • can work on complex questions, and challenge established discourses and practices in the field can deal with interdisciplinary questions in artistic research 
  • can identify and discuss ethical issues and can engage in artistic research with integrity 
  • can share artistic research in relevant national and international contexts


Module 4 consists of:

Seminar (in-person): The PhD result

See program and information about preparations (to be published)

Digital rescourse for self study - read / look at / listen to:
The page On the PhD result in the resource pool (to be published)

Mandatory Reading for Module 4
All titles on the research school´s reading list. 

Last updated: 22 April 2025 (study plan 2025-2026)