This course includes an overview of the comprehensive examination process, the university’s expectations of academic honesty and integrity. The course-room mentor provides three questions addressing the core themes. Learners write answers to the comprehensive examination questions. Answers are evaluated by faculty readers using point-scale scoring rubrics. Upon passing the comprehensive examination, learners are eligible to register for the first dissertation course after Completion of all required and specialization coursework with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Completion of practicum courses, if applicable. And finally, fulfillment of all residency requirements.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate ability to write scholarly on any given theme
- Demonstrate critical intellectual thinking and analysis of given themes
- Demonstrate knowledge in current literature in relation to area of specialisation
- Apply appropriate writing and referencing styles in scholarly reports