Independent Reading & Research Course

0.5 credits · Graduate

This course enables students to pursue topics of particular interests which are not presented in existing courses. It allows concentrated and integrated study on a topic or inquiry that is specifically relevant to a student's approved program. It also enables the student and instructor the opportunity to explore shared interests. The format of the course is designed by the student in consultation with the supervisor or supervisory committee. Written justification for the course must be made to the Program Director and must be arranged before registration for the course. The reading course is normally in the form of a literature review or a small research project.