Independent Study in Biology

Catalog description

Principles of independent study and research; critical review of published work on a designated topic in the biological sciences or original research; preparation of a research paper or review article in publishable format or oral presentation of research results. Laboratory or field work arranged as needed. Requires submission and approval of an "Application for Independent Study" (an e-form is available on WEBadvisor) with a faculty mentor. To take this course, students need prior permission of the directing professor and department chair and Sophomore or higher standing in Biology (Total of all independent study credits to be counted towards the degree may not exceed six, unless approved by the Dean).