How are the MS (thesis) and MS (non-thesis) degree programs different?
The thesis degree is a research-based degree in which the student completes a research project with the guidance of one of the program faculty as a research adviser. The thesis degree requires a minimum of 20 didactic credits plus at least 10 research credits. The student completes the research process through writing a thesis summarizing the research and significant findings. The student is guided in this process by the adviser and a research advisory committee. The non-thesis degree is a course work only degree, requiring 36 didactic credits. There is no required research component, although the student can undertake a short-term research project with a faculty mentor.
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