Advanced Independent Study

1-3 units

The Public Health & Society advanced independent study course is available to advanced undergraduate students who wish to engage in self-directed learning focused on a specialized topic of their choosing. Under the supervision of a faculty advisor, students apply developed research skills to investigate their selected subject and complete a project or paper that has been pre-approved. Working closely with their advisor, students will devise a study plan, establish objectives, and regularly meet to discuss progress and receive feedback. This course offers variable graded or Pass/Fail credit of 1-3 units and is repeatable with a maximum of 6 graded units counting toward the PH&S major (with permission of DUS).