Major Research Paper

0 cr · Graduate

The Major Research Paper (MRP) is a piece of original writing based on primary research, submitted in fulfillment of the JMP in History, Major Research Project stream. It is of roughly 34-40 pages (8,500-12,000 words). The student consults the Chair of the Joint Discipline Committee in History to select an Advisor. The student meets with the Advisor to develop a topic for the paper. After the MRP is submitted, it is ciruclated to a second reader. The MRP is graded pass/fail.