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PSC 795

Comprehensive Examination

Catalog2026-2027
Credits1 to 3 units
LevelGraduate
Average gradeS/U
S U Only

Overview

Description

Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations either as an end of program comprehensive examination or as a qualifying examination for doctoral candidates prior to being advanced to candidacy.

Units

Independent Study1

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

Terms

fall, spring, summer

Attributes

S U Only

Learning Outcomes

  • devise original submissions that demonstrate a deep and through understanding of the relevant literature, theoretical debate, and key ideas related to both theory and practice.
  • show their advanced ability to draw on both previously learned and recently-acquired knowledge of the literature, research techniques, research experience, and analytical thinking in applying theory and practice critically by answering the exam prompt.
  • explore the relevant literature and offer a coherent argument to demonstrate mastery of the field, which they are being tested in.