Advanced study in a specialized field under the supervision of a member of the department staff. Before registering, the student must submit an outline of the proposed work for approval of the supervisor and the department chair.
All doctoral students are required to attend the department seminar as long as they are in residence. No degree credit is granted.
A candidate for the doctorate may be required to register for this course every term after the students coursework has been completed and until the dissertation has been accepted.