In addition to the five required Editorial Institute courses, students take at least one related course in another department at the University, and at least one directed study, both relevant to the subject of the thesis. The eighth course may be a related course or a directed study. Students are jointly supervised in coursework and the writing of the thesis, ordinarily by a director of the Institute and one or two adjunct professors drawn from, or approved by, the Advisory Committee. Although an MA in Editorial Studies is not a prerequisite for the PhD, relevant advanced study is required. A student may be required to take a course or courses from the MA program, in order to be prepared for doctoral study.
Computer literacy is essential.
In addition to the five required Editorial Institute courses, students take at least one related course in another department at the University, and at least one directed study, both relevant to the subject of the dissertation. The eighth course may be a related course or a directed study. Students are jointly supervised in coursework and the writing of the dissertation, ordinarily by a director of the Institute and one or two adjunct professors drawn from, or approved by, the Advisory Committee. The nature of particular projects, however, may require that a student have more extensive knowledge of a foreign language, or proficiency in more than one foreign language. A candidate for the PhD is required to take a two-part qualifying examination, normally upon completion of coursework.