Graduate Course Descriptions

The following directory lists the graduate courses which the University expects to offer, although the University in no way guarantees that all such courses will be offered in any given academic year, and reserves the right to alter the list if conditions warrant. Click on the links below for a list of courses in that subject area. You may then click “View Classes” to see scheduled classes for individual courses.

6050. Dissertation Proposal/Prospectus Development I

3.00 credits | May be repeated for a total of 6 credits.

Prerequisites: Instructor and major advisor consent; completion of program or concentration General Examination, or comprehensive literature reviews in area of study.

Grading Basis: Graded

Open to advanced students enrolled in doctoral programs. Systematic development of dissertation proposal components, including introduction, problem statement, conceptual framework and/or review of literature, and research questions. IRB and ethical considerations, and preparations for proposal defense. May include methodology/methods, pilot study, limitations, and related appendices depending on student needs. May be repeated for up to six credits.


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Term Class Number Campus Instruction Mode Instructor Section Session Schedule Enrollment Location Credits Grading Basis Notes
Spring 2024 10611 Storrs In Person Nienhusser, Kenny 001 Reg Tu 9:30am‑12:15pm
8/12 GENT 436 3.00 Graded
Fall 2024 4927 Storrs In Person Nienhusser, Kenny 001 Reg We 12:30pm‑3:00pm
3/20 GENT 246 3.00 Graded