College of Arts and Sciences Graduate Program Level Outcomes
Upon degree completion, graduates of our programs will be able to...
- Develop a strong foundation in the fields of biochemistry, cell biology, genetics and molecular biology.
- Develop critical thinking and reading skills in data-based research.
- Effectively communicate research results in written and oral formats.
- Identify individual skills, values and interests for developing and pursuing career goals.
- Propose and complete a research-based thesis project (MS-Thesis only).
- Write, present, and defend the results of a research thesis project (MS-Thesis only).
- Develop a strong foundation in core areas of molecular & cellular biology (e.g., biochemistry, cell biology, genetics and molecular biology), molecular and behavioral ecology and/or conservation biology.
- Develop critical thinking and reading skills.
- Effectively communicate research results in written and oral formats.
- Formulate and write research grant proposals with effective questions, hypotheses and experimental designs.
- Develop the inductive and deductive reasoning skills to drive research projects productively and independently.
- Publish a peer-reviewed, primary research manuscript.
- Develop deeper knowledge in at least two areas of modern Chemistry
- Add some knowledge in fields other than Chemistry, which are related to the student’s area of specialization
- Broaden the student’s knowledge of experimental techniques and theoretical concepts
- Acquaint the student with research literature in his/her field of study
- Develop deeper knowledge in at least two areas of modern Chemistry
- Add some knowledge in fields other than Chemistry, which are related to the student’s area of specialization
- Broaden the student’s knowledge of experimental techniques and theoretical concepts
- Acquaint the student with research literature in his/her field of study
- Conduct independent research under limited supervision within a research group
- Acquire a broader understanding of research strategies, scientific thinking and data analysis
- Knowledge of how graduate-level research in culture, communication and media is carried out.
- Knowledge and skills to critically assess a research project in communication, culture and media, and the ability to ask questions that go beyond the work's stated conclusions.
- Graduate level understanding of theories to explain and define issues in social media, mass media, convergence, and agency and social change that pertain to communication, culture and media.
- Knowledge and skills to demonstrate their own interest in and capability of pursuing doctoral level study in Communication, Media Studies or other Social Science.
- Demonstrated understanding at the graduate level of how local and global culture affects, shapes, and alters individuals and societies.
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research on a timely topic of modern Chemistry
- Acquire a broader and deeper knowledge in the student’s sub-discipline/field of specialization
- Demonstrate the ability to express research content and findings orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of their work to published literature.
- Demonstrate the ability to interact effectively with colleagues.
- Demonstrate the ability to utilize experimental and theoretical tools for one’s research.
- Mastery of clear and effective communication of ideas across all communication environments
- Competence in locating, critically assessing, and communicating about scholarly communication literature, communication concepts and theories.
- Competence in applying major concepts and theories in the production of professional messages.
- Awareness of the impact that changes in technology have on thinking, learning, remembering, and creating; and professional ability to adapt to new technology for new applications.
- Understanding of communication research methods.
- Ability to integrate awareness of diverse audiences, cultures, and contexts into their learning and professional experiences, and apply these to professional communication contexts.
- Knowledge of relevant professional organizations and industries.
- Knowledge of professional ethical standards and competence to critically assess and apply these.
- Analyze the sources of environmental controversy with respect to the competing interests and values involved; explain controversial issues from multiple, competing points of view
- Identify and understand the laws, policies, and regulatory approaches applicable to a given environmental issue
- Explain fundamental scientific and social scientific ideas underlying environmental problems and their proposed solutions, as well as the uncertainties, limitations, and values inherent in those ideas
- Anticipate the social justice implications of environmental interventions and propose strategies for making outcomes more equitable
- Synthesize and present available information relevant to an environmental issue in a comprehensible and comprehensive form, such that a non-expert could quickly grasp the nuances of the issue
- Work effectively in multidisciplinary, cross-sector teams to envision policy approaches to addressing environmental problems as they exist in the real world
- Critically read, evaluate, and discuss relevant literature in the area of Environmental Science, Ecology, and Evolutionary Biology.
- Write reviews and reports on current topics in Environmental Science, including critical evaluation of research using cutting-edge practices.
- Employ the hypothetico-deductive approach to experimental research in Environmental Science, Ecology, and Evolutionary Biology.
- Possess skills in oral presentation of reports and research.
- Translate research findings into language appropriate for communication of science to the public.
- Masters degree recipients completing a thesis will pursue research activities that lead to published scientific findings.
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of fundamental principles of Physics in the core areas of classical mechanics, electromagnetism, statistical physics, and quantum mechanics
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of mathematical methods in Physics
- Demonstrate advanced ability in techniques of scientific computing to solve problems in Physics
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge in multiple current areas of physics research such as astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter, and particle physics
- Conduct research in an ethical manner
- Conduct independent psychological research
- Become proficient in a content area of psychology.
- Develop scientific writing skills
- Present a research project to a scientific audience
- Have a good general understanding of human cognition and its neural basis.
- Conduct independent research in an ethical manner.
- Achieve good scientific writing skills.
- Achieve good presentation skills.
- Acquire superior statistical skills.
- Acquire computer skills for experimental control, data analysis, and modeling.
- Have a solid understanding of theories and application of psychological assessment and intervention
- Conduct basic applied research in an ethical manner
- Completion of year 1 and 2 coursework in the PhD curriculum
- Completion of practicum rotation in the Psychological Service Clinic
- Propose, conduct, and defend an empirical thesis that addresses some aspect of psychology
- Successfully complete the comprehensive examination
- Be able to conduct basic applied research
- Have a solid understanding of the foundational aspects of research design/methodology and statistics commonly used in the social sciences
- Complete their first-year law school curriculum
- Complete their 1st- and 2nd-year PhD curriculum
- Propose, conduct, and defend an empirical thesis that addresses some aspect of law and psychology
- Learn about the publishing history, from its history to contemporary issues around e-publishing
- Obtain a broad base of critical interdisciplinary information and skill in media law, marketing, design,
- Learn about e-publishing, academic, small press, self-publishing; trade publishing through faculty who work in these industries, guest speakers, and their own projects
- Create book proposals and do market analysis in most rhetorical modes, such as literary, medical, and young adult
- Focus on their specific interest within the publishing industry via elective courses and independent projects, thereby sharpening their skills in the various arms of the publishing industry
- Collaborate with undergraduates and other team members on Drexel Publishing Group special projects, participating in the daily operations of DPG’s three publications.
- Have opportunities to work with local publishing houses and publishing venues and hone skills such as copy-editing, author contact, communicating via social media, participation in design, and writing.
- Use interdisciplinary theoretical and methodological tools to systematically analyze the social dimensions of science, medicine and technology.
- Investigate how individual, institutional and national values and cultural contexts impact technology and science innovation and use.
- Understand which stakeholders help create particular science and technology policies, how policies are implemented, and the political effects of policy implementation.
- Analyze the societal impact of new technologies and scientific knowledge, with the ability to identify differential impact on stakeholders (e.g. race, age, gender, class differences).
- Work effectively in interdisciplinary teams to identify, research and address pressing issues in technology, medicine and science.
- Communicate research findings in a clear, concise manner.
- Develop a thorough understanding of Real Analysis, Linear Algebra, Abstract Algebra and Measure Theory
- Develop a thorough understanding of elective subjects of their choice in graduate mathematics
- Read, analyze and write mathematical proofs.
- Develop problem solving ability using mathematical tools.
- Communicate mathematics effectively, by using both oral and written skills.
- Develop a thorough understanding through a range of fundamental graduate level topics in both required courses in analysis and algebra and in elective courses in core and applied mathematics
- Develop in-depth expertise through advanced graduate courses, participation in research seminar, and thesis research
- Develop the ability to work creatively and independently.
- Critically evaluate research articles in mathematics.
- Communicate sophisticated mathematics effectively at a professional level both in writing and in oral presentations.
- Have a detailed understanding of the dynamics of the policy development and implementation processes and how this dynamic varies across and within local, national, and international jurisdictions.
- Understand how to evaluate and provide guidance on both non-profit and governmental programs and policies.
- Produce a thesis that demonstrates expertise in a specific policy area and in the relevant qualitative or quantitative research design.
- Graduate with the ability to competently perform and critically interpret statistical analyses.