Six seminars in primary area
(Any area from aesthetics and theory, African arts, film, music, performance studies, theater and visual arts), three of which must be taken in Interdisciplinary Arts, and at least two of which must be taken from outside Interdisciplinary Arts
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Four seminars in secondary area
(Any area from aesthetics and theory, African arts, film, music, performance studies, theater and visual arts), two of which must be taken in Interdisciplinary Arts, and two of which must be taken from outside Interdisciplinary Arts
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Three seminars in aesthetics/theory/criticism
IART 741, IART 742 plus one theory/criticism seminar from the primary or secondary area
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Additional Course Work
Two research/teaching skill courses
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Language
Reading knowledge of two foreign languages is required for graduation. Modern or classical languages are acceptable. Completion of language requirements for bachelors and/or masters degrees may be used for the completion of this requirement. Knowledge of foreign languages is not an admission requirement, and there is time during the course of study to complete this requirement.
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Diagnostic and Qualifying Examinations
The student should gain broad knowledge of the canons of two disciplines and will be tested through diagnostic and qualifying examinations.
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Comprehensive Examinations
Comprehensive examinations are administered during the fall quarter of the third year.
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Dissertation
The dissertation subject should be inherently interdisciplinary. The given thesis should be proven through the combined methodologies, subjects, and/or theories of two or more arts, or disciplines outside the arts. The dissertation may focus on one art discipline and integrate another discipline or disciplines in or outside of the arts.
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Residency
Minimum residency requirements are stated in the Ohio University Graduate Catalog. A minimum two years is necessary for completion of all requirements.
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