Course Description
Dissertation writing under the direction of the major professor.
Athena Title
Doctoral Dissertation
Non-Traditional Format
Independent research and preparation of the doctoral dissertation.
Prerequisite
Permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Course Objectives
The student is expected to report the results of their research project in a written format that meets the guidelines of the University of Georgia Graduate School for publication of a dissertation. Expected Learning Outcome: It is expected the student will successfully complete their dissertation.
Topical Outline
Students will be exptected to write original ideas, problems addressed, and answers found to specific questions through research conducted with guidance of the instructor and assistance of a graduate committee. Students are expected to properly organize and present thoughts including proper references to germane literature, methods, data obtained, appropriate statistical analyses, and conclusions. All or part of the dissertation may be completed within the semester. Writings may consist of manuscripts for publication or drafts of material to be incorporated in the dissertation. Frequent communication with the major professor, drafts, manuscripts, and/or the complete dissertation will provide the basis for evaluating student performance by the major professor.