Students are expected to familiarize themselves with this material such that they draw on it on their exams and the dissertation itself. Fields of Study. Ph.D. students may concentrate in one or more of these traditions in the context of their major and minor areas. Professional Development Opportunities may be available for Ph.D. candidates to teach undergraduate courses in the department. Opportunities to teach courses in local colleges and universities may also arise.
Limited funds are also available for Ph.D. students to attend conferences to present their research.
The department encourages these and other efforts to prepare students for academic careers. It is especially appropriate for students seeking a career in a clinical or policy setting. The requirements are the same as those for the Ph.D. program as described above, except that the student will be required to take seven courses in the major field, two of which will be in clinical ethics or health policy. See RELI in the Courses of Instruction section. About Please direct questions to the appropriate Rice department .