OVERVIEW

The final exam consists of a discussion, in front of a committee, on a research topic within one of the courses in the Study Program, agreed upon with a supervisor, who guides students in carrying out the work.

The discussion is based on a paper, presented in either paper or multimedia form (as long as it's accompanied by a written text), and it gives you 6 ECTS credits.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The learning goals aim to develop skills in writing and speaking about a topic that requires specific subject knowledge.

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The final exam must show:

• adequate basic preparation;
• sufficient knowledge of the key subjects of the Study Program;
• correct use of sources and bibliography;
• systematic and argumentative skills;
• clarity in presentation.

The evaluation of the final exam will focus on assessing the acquisition of the following skills:

• being able to carry out independent work, applying the knowledge gained during the course of study;
• knowing how to research and gather information correctly, seeking sources and retrieving scientific material relevant to the topic developed;
• being able to describe the outcome of your work in a sufficiently concise manner, using the correct terms, and citing sources and bibliography;
• being able to present your work orally to the Committee and effectively discuss questions posed by the Committee members.

PREREQUISITES

To be allowed to take the final exam, the student must have passed all the courses included in the study plan and earned the credits for the other educational activities required by the curriculum.

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The graduation exam involves the presentation and public discussion of the final thesis in front of a designated Committee.  

The Committees, made up of professors, researchers, or adjunct lecturers, consist of at least 5 members including the President and are appointed by the Director of the Department to which the Degree Program belongs. The majority of members must be full professors and researchers. The President ensures that the exam is conducted properly, especially regarding: the use of aid tools; making sure there’s enough time for the presentation and discussion of the thesis and for a collective evaluation; and appropriate behavior by everyone present.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The final grade summarizes the student's entire academic career, taking into account the achievement of the learning objectives of the degree program.

The final grade is made up of three elements:

- GPA;
- assessment of the student's academic record;
- evaluation of the final exam.

The graduation committee can award up to 7 extra points on top of the GPA, with up to 4 for the thesis and up to 3 for foreign language proficiency.

If the score reaches (or exceeds) 110/110, based on the recommendation of the supervising professor, the committee can unanimously award honors, provided they have assessed the thesis very positively.

FURTHER INFORMATION

The discussion schedule is posted in the “Graduating Students” section of the CdS website.