Dissertation Defense – COUC 990
CG • Section 16WK • 11/10/2019 to 04/18/2199 • Modified 02/02/2024
Course Description
Under the direction of the dissertation chair and committee, doctoral candidates defend their dissertation research. The student must also complete any changes as determined by committee members, ensure compliance with the Dissertation Manual’s form and style, and upload the final dissertation according to stated protocols. The final oral Ph.D. dissertation defense is primarily an opportunity to share the research and address questions and challenges about the research. It is held following the approval of the dissertation committee, and is open to the public, held on campus, and scheduled a minimum of one month following approval.
Prerequisite
COUC 989 (Grade of P)
Note: Must be enrolled in the following program: Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision.
Rationale
Students in a Ph.D. program must show evidence of the ability to conduct and defend independent research investigation that demonstrates expertise and excellence in the profession and significantly contributes to the general body of knowledge in the field.
Method of Instruction: This course does not require the student to attend an intensive or weekly assignments. However, the expectation is that the student consults with their dissertation chair over the entire duration of this semester-long course and submit work on a consistent basis.
Course Assignment
Readings, presentations, and dissertation handbook
https://www.liberty.edu/behavioral-sciences/counselor-ed/dissertation/
Advising Acknowledgement Quiz
Course Requirements Checklist
After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the candidate will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.
Dissertation: Draft Submission Assignment
Submit your assignment here to check the originality of your work before submitting your final assignment.
Benchmark Assignment: Dissertation Submission Assignment
The candidate will submit the finalized, approved, and professionally edited dissertation manuscript following the directions in the Dissertation Handbook. (CLO: A).
