Faculty from outside the department may also write questions. You need to obtain signed agreement from faculty to write questions one month prior to the exam date. Forms are in the office of the Director of Graduate Studies. The nature of the individual questions on the Comprehensive Examinations is a matter determined solely by the professor writing the question, though she or he may wish to consult with the student or other faculty members to arrive at an appropriate question. It is your responsibility to contact each faculty member to find out how they recommend you study for the exam.
Faculty have the right to make questions open book or closed book.
Be sure to ask about the faculty's choice. Faculty decide how much guidance to provide prior to the exam. Make sure you have a clear understanding of what will be expected of you. No take-home exams are allowed. We will try to accommodate computer requests.