Independent Study

0.5-1 Unit · Graduate

Independent study within the MHB program typically takes the form of a “tutorial,” during which students will study independently or in small groups with a faculty member on a topic that interests them. Multiple faculty members will offer tutorials each quarter, which students can choose from. Tutorial groups typically meet five times and the schedule is developed in consultation with the faculty instructor. The bulk of the required course work is reading between meetings. Students are graded primarily on their level of discussion during the meetings. On a case-by-case basis, MHB students may be approved to receive Independent Study credit for independent work that takes a different form.