May be repeated once for a total of 6 hours provided no topic is repeated. Individual advanced research projects in selected communication problems. Specific assignment to be developed by student in consultation with a speech communication graduate faculty member prior to enrollment. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Assignment in a business, government, or service organization in which students are provided practical experience in their professional career areas.
Assignments provide integration and application of concepts acquired in the master's program.
Specific details of internships are determined by the students, their graduate committee, and the organizational sponsor involved. Arrangements generally made one semester in advance. Not more than 3 hours may be applied toward the minimum 35 hours required for graduation. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours.