DMPS 8992 - Dissertation II

In this course students will work on the first three chapters of their dissertation.

Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Literature Review
Chapter 3: Methodology

The course will consist of individual check-ins with the instructor/chair, peer check-ins and full class meetings with speakers or other presentations to help with the dissertation process. Once the three chapters are completed, students will schedule their dissertation proposal defense before registering for Dissertation III. Because this course combines what would be two semesters’ worth of work under the current system, students will have the opportunity to continue their work in the summer so that they can complete all three chapters and defend their proposal before the start of Dissertation III in the fall.

Prerequisite: Students must pass the comprehensive exam prior to registering for Dissertation II.

Credits: 4