Transitioning to Research Project of Practice

Transitioning from Advisor to Research Project Chair

Upon admission to candidacy, the faculty guidance of the candidate will transition from the Program Director/Advisor to working directly with a Research Project of Practice Chair (and subsequently, a committee). The Research Project Chair must be a LEAD faculty member and fully approved member of the UTC Graduate Faculty.

Preparing for a Successful Research Project of Practice Experience

In the completion of the Research Project of Practice, the candidate will show evidence of competence in conceptualizing, carrying out, and reporting research. Specifically, the Research Project of Practice provides the opportunity to showcase the ability to identify a current measurable learning program, describe and relate that program to an extant knowledge base, and effectively evaluate the active program within the professional workplace. This project represents the final project for the degree and will include a formal presentation/defense to a committee.

Enrollment in LEAD 7899R Research Project of Practice

Registration instructions for LEAD 7899r Research Project of Practice are provided by the Program Office each semester. The number of Research Project of Practice credit hours is directly related to Research Project of Practice progress (Satisfactory Progress/No Progress). Candidates are encouraged to consult with the Research Project Chair prior to enrolling. A minimum of 3 Research Project of Practice credits (maximum of 6 credits) is required every semester (Fall, Spring, and Summer) through successful final defense and acceptance of the Research Project of Practice by the Graduate School (link: Maintaining Continuous Enrollment). A minimum of 12 total Research Project of Practice credit hours is required for the degree. Failure to maintain continuous enrollment will result in program dismissal. Any questions regarding your specific research project of practice timeline or the appropriate number of credit hours should be directed to the Research Project Chair.