Directed research / independent study
In order to increase the breadth and flexibility of course
offerings, many departments offer courses under the designation
Directed Research / Independent Study. A student who desires a
course not normally offered or not available during a given term
should approach the instructor in whose discipline the course would
normally fall to discuss the possibility of Directed Research /
Independent Study. If the instructor agrees, a written proposal may
be required from the student, specifying the reading and/or
research to be undertaken, reports or tests to be used for grading
purposes, number of meetings per week, number of credits to be
awarded, etc.
Procedure
The student should pick up and complete a Directed Research /
Independent Study form, available in the registrar's office. The
completed form should be returned to the registrar's office.
Limitations
- Directed Research / Independent Study courses may not be used
to replace a failed course.
- Directed Research / Independent Study courses may not be used
for Course
Substitution.
- All Directed Research / Independent Study courses must receive
the approval of the appropriate Department Head.
Exceptions & Questions: Consult Department
Head.
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