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Independent Study
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Independent Study

An independent study is designed to allow a student to further investigate a political science research topic of interest. Independent studies run for one semester. Any student wishing to pursue an independent study should approach an interested faculty member with a proposed topic. Students should contact the Undergraduate Program Coordinator, Nathalie Neptune, who will help guide you through the registration process.

Research and Methods:

For Columbia College students:
C3911x and C3912y
Special Reading and Research I and II

For General Studies students:
F3500x or F3501y
Independent Study
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