History of Science, Medicine and Technology, Doctoral Minor

Program Overview

This minor in History of Science requires nine credits of coursework, including at least six credits in graduate seminars. Up to three credits of undergraduate courses or HIST SCI 999 Independent Work may be included, with a minimum of 15 pages of written work required for the latter. The minor provides students with a foundation in the history of science and its impact on society.

Program Outline

Teaching:

• Courses that fit within the following criteria may be used to fulfill the nine-credit requirement:
• At least 6 credits in graduate seminars
• No more than 3 credits in undergraduate courses
• HIST SCI 990 Research and Thesis may not be used to fulfill the minor requirement.
• The minor field may include up to 3 credits of HIST SCI 999 Independent Work, provided that the student produces at least 15 pages of written work.