220.712.01
Doctoral Proposal Development II: Developing and Communicating Research Ideas
Location
East Baltimore
Term
4th Term
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2025 - 2026
Instruction Method
In-person
Monday, 12:00 - 1:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
No prerequisites for this course.
Enrollment Restriction
IH PhD Students
Creates a focused, small group environment for the entering IH PhD students, which actively engages them in relevant content necessary for success in the PhD program. Supports and extends beyond those topics taught in the classroom setting. Provides an opportunity to engage with peers and faculty in the development of research ideas, components of a solid research proposal, writing for different audiences, and the development of skills in presenting research ideas to technical audiences. Engages students in the development of research ideas, thinking through study designs and methods, and persuasive communication about a proposed study through a 1-2 page concept paper and a 10-minute presentation.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Develop ideas for proposals for new studies, considering specific aims, rationale, design and methods.
- Develop and revise a 1- or 2-page concept paper as a proposal for a study in an area of interest.
- Discuss and constructively critique their proposal and the proposals of other doctoral students.
- Pitch one or more research ideas to an interdisciplinary audience.
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 20% Participation
- 40% Written Assignment(s)
- 40% Presentation(s)