RESEARCH PROJECT DESIGN

SU. This course introduces students to the task of formalizing a research project proposal, typically referred to as a thesis or dissertation prospectus. Students will produce a draft project proposal that includes 1) a review of the relevant historiography that justifies the topic as a meaningful contribution to the literature; 2) an historical context that situates the topic within a chronological timeline, a geography, and an overall theme; 3) a reasonable plan for accomplishing the research.