School of Public Policy 398R - Public Policy Research Prac
Spring
2024
09
3.00
Elizabeth Schmidt
1:00AM 1:00AM
UMass Amherst
20613
eschmidt@umass.edu
Students will enroll in this course when they have been matched through the Public Policy Undergraduate Research Engagement Program to assist faculty with their research. The course will allow students and faculty to establish common goals that are substantive and measurable, ensuring opportunities for meaningful learning. Completing research in the field of public policy is an opportunity for students to gain a deeper understanding of how the process of research occurs, develop knowledge within an area of interest, and expand skills in communication, critical thinking, analysis, and more.
Varies from 1 to 3 credits