From the subject-specific appendix for the BA in Dutch Studies, point 6:

(1) In addition to linguistic and literary studies, topics relating to subject didactics and translation theory are also permitted. Three credit points are allocated for the accompanying course, and 12 credit points for the Bachelor’s thesis.

(2) Research topics from the areas covered by the modules (AM7–AM10) as set out in point 5, Focus Area 3, as well as the alignment of the Bachelor’s thesis with seminars outside the Department of Dutch Studies, require the approval of the Seminar Board, which makes its decision on the basis of a reasoned proposal and a declaration of consent from cooperating lecturers.

The Bachelor’s thesis is written in the same semester in which a seminar (3 CP) in the chosen discipline (linguistics or literary studies) is attended. In principle, all seminars offered within the Master’s modules are suitable for this purpose. The topic of the Bachelor’s thesis may be derived from the seminar topic. However, other research questions or a different topic may also be chosen, always in consultation with the module coordinators.

The Bachelor’s thesis may be written in either the winter or summer semester. Students should reach an agreement with their lecturer on the topic and research question for the Bachelor’s thesis before the start of the fifth week of the semester. A second supervisor will also be appointed. Students must then officially register with the Examinations Office.

Around the 7th week of the semester, the planned Bachelor’s thesis, its topic and research question, and the background should be briefly presented in the seminar (in consultation with the lecturer). A provisional outline should also be included.

Around the 12th week of the semester, a brief presentation (approx. 10 minutes) on the progress of the thesisis to be given in the seminar.

The thesis must be submitted to the Examinations Office no later than two weeks after the end of the course period.

The 3 credit points for the seminar consist of: 1 credit point for attendance, 0.5 credit points for the presentation of the BA thesis, and 1.5 credit points for preparation

Length of the thesis: 30–40 pages.

The Examinations Office will produce a guidance sheet containing information on the title page, which will be distributed to students along with the official announcement of the BA thesis topic. This will also set out requirements such as font size, spacing, etc.

The thesis is usually written in Dutch.

See also: Guidelines for writing academic papers during your studies