Students work closely with a faculty member in the department to make a significant contribution to scholarship and research in their field.

Our staff are always on hand to answer questions or assist with faculty and student needs.

Independent research begins early in the graduate program, which is designed to prepare students for careers in higher education and research in either academic or non-academic settings.

Students benefit from the wide range of interests of faculty members within the department, as well as from interactions with members of other programs and departments within the University.