SCIENCE 3RP3 A/B S - Research Practicum

3 unit(s)

Students will conduct research, as directed by a faculty member, in a wide range of scientific lab/field settings. Students will complete an academic component in addition to their research. Serves as excellent preparation for a Level IV Thesis or Independent Study experience.
Students are responsible to arrange a suitable research experience and supervision, and are required to submit an application, including a detailed learning contract and confirmation of an academic supervisor to the Science Career & Cooperative Education office thirty days prior to the date classes begin in each Term (see the Sessional Dates section of this Calendar). More information and the application form can be found at https://www.science.mcmaster.ca/scce/experiential-learning/experiential-education.html.
Minimum of 6 hours per week is required over the duration of the research experience (scheduling to be arranged by supervisor); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in the Faculty of Science; and permission of the academic supervisor and the Director, Science Career & Cooperative Education or delegate. Credit or registration in SCIENCE 2C00 is recommended.
Students with credit or registration in any department- or program-based independent study or research seminar course within the University, who wish to complete more than one opportunity, must demonstrate each experience is substantively distinct for consideration.