This course will use a student-centered approach to analyze the benefits of experiential learning for PhD students. Through completing course assignments and participating in an internship, students will gain professional experience, obtain knowledge of a career field, gain access to professional networks, and develop career-specific skills to increase their career preparedness.

Student will work on a supervised independent research project related to the their area of study or expertise with a member of the PHS faculty.

Independent study conducted by the student under the supervision of an instructor of choice.

Engages students in identification of a research question, a review of the literature and the application of an existing data science tool or technique (algorithm) to that problem. This is a mentored experience and will allow the student to demonstrate their capacity for research and begin to develop a relationship with a faculty mentor in Data Science. Course requires instructor permission.

For master's thesis, taken under the supervision of a thesis director. Students work closely with a primary and a secondary Faculty Advisor, representing two distinct disciplinary approaches, to develop a detailed proposal for their M.A. thesis. Students will work closely with their Faculty Advisor(s) in person, or by e-mail and video-conferencing (e.g., Skype). The proposal must be submitted and approved by the beginning of the final semester.

Non-topical research hours taken as part of the Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing. For more details on this class, please visit the department website at http://www.engl.virginia.edu/courses.

This course is intended uniquely for European Studies Master's students who need this course to reach full-time registration status while completing other degree requirements.

For doctorial dissertation, taken under the supervision of a dissertation director.

Formal record of student commitment to doctoral research under the guidance of a faculty adviser. May be repeated as necessary.

PhD level Dissertation Research.