Although it may take a variety of forms, WSTU 280 is typically a directed readings course, designed so that the student may gain command of the literature in a specific field of inquiry not readily available through offered courses. Students and faculty sponsors may agree on a variety of written outcomes or final projects. The Thesis A student who is writing a thesis should discuss appropriate topics with a faculty mentor and others. Next, the thesis topic approval form should be filled out and submitted to the Program secretary who will forward it to the Graduate School. The thesis topic approval form must be submitted to the Graduate School no later than the end of the first semester of registration for thesis research.
Experience indicates that it usually takes about two semesters to complete the thesis.
This list is not exhaustive, and students are welcome to create links with other faculty. The usual length is from 50 to 100 pages. It must be accompanied by the thesis approval form signed by the thesis director and one reader. Technical assistance and short courses on the use of terminals and word processing languages are available to all GW students. Each student needs to pass the comprehensive exam in order to complete the MA degree.