Graduate Research Excellence
Our graduate programs are designed to provide you with a comprehensive and immersive research experience. Dive deep into your chosen field of study, working closely with faculty mentors to develop expertise and contribute to the scholarly community. Engage in interdisciplinary research and connect with fellow students from diverse backgrounds. Our vibrant community encourages the exchange of ideas and perspectives, enriching your research experience.
Masters and Doctoral Research
The Master's Paper
The master's student will develop a thorough understanding of existing knowledge and the ability to apply that existing knowledge to a problem of interest. The MA Paper requires independent research at the graduate level in a sustained consideration of a critical project. The MA paper may build on work produced in coursework but must also include significant new work.
The Dissertation
The dissertation must show originality and demonstrate the student's capacity for independent research. It must embody results of research that constitute a definitive contribution to knowledge.