Postgraduate Courses
IDPO
Interdisciplinary Programs Office
- IDPO 6500Special Topics for Interdisciplinary Studies[1-4 credit(s)]DescriptionThis course covers selected topics of current interest in emerging interdisciplinary areas which are not covered in the present curriculum. May be repeated for credit if different topics are covered. May be graded by letter, P/F for different offerings.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Communicate complex ideas related to interdisciplinary topic in professional and other settings.
- 2.Explain the core ideas and concepts of impacts in the topic concerned.
- 3.Relate the concepts and methodologies in the course topic to practical implementation.
- IDPO 6770Professional Development for Interdisciplinary Programs[0-1-0:1]DescriptionThis one-credit course aims at providing research postgraduate students basic training in ethics, teaching skills, research management, career development, and related professional skills. This course consists of a number of mini-workshops. Graded PP, P or F.
- IDPO 6950Interdisciplinary Project[0-4 credit(s)]DescriptionAn independent project on selected interdisciplinary topics carried out under the supervision of a faculty member. The course may be repeated once for credit. Enrollment requires approval of course instructor. Maybe graded by letter, P/F for different offerings.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Develop and apply self-learning and task management skills to effectively manage an independent project on a specific interdisciplinary topic.
- 2.Critically analyze a selected topic to identify, formulate and solve problems and apply solutions to practical implementations.
- 3.Apply the interdisciplinary approach in reviewing the latest developments, technologies or management strategies of the chosen topic.
- 4.Communicate effectively in writing, using accurate technical and scientific terminology, and demonstrating logical organization of relevant content and information.
