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A formal written Master’s Thesis, with an Oral Defense to graduate committee, is the Culminating Experience required of all graduates:
Each Master’s candidate works closely with a faculty adviser to develop a Thesis Proposal (GSC 6930 -1 unit) that is presented to student peers and graduate faculty during the second term of residence. A wide variety of research endeavors may be appropriate, ranging from classical research to scientific extensions of industry-related work efforts. An ideal thesis plan will be custom-tailored to the student’s professional interests.
Each student conducts independent Master’s Thesis Research (GSC 6940 ]-3 units) custom-tailored to the objectives outlined in the Thesis Proposal.
The Master’s Thesis (GSC 6960 -2 units) is a formal written document describing completed research. It identifies the problem, states the major assumptions, explains the significance of the undertaking, sets forth the sources for and methods of gathering information, presents and analyzes the data, and offers a conclusion or recommendation. The finished product evidences originality, critical and independent thinking, appropriate organization and format, and thorough documentation. An oral defense of the thesis is required.
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