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Institute for Environmental and Interdisciplinary Science
(Faculty of Science)

Integrated Science (INSC) Courses

INSC 3907 [0.5 credit]
Topics in Integrated Science

Assignment(s) reviewing current research topics.
Prerequisite(s): at least 0.5 credit at the 3000-level or higher (may be taken concurrently) and permission of the Institute Director.


INSC 3909 [0.5 credit]
Independent Study

The student, under the supervision of a faculty member, prepares a study in the focus areas of the student's program. Prior to or immediately upon registration, the student must consult with the ISI Director for topic approval and course regulations.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): at least 0.5 credit at the 3000-level or higher (may be taken concurrently) and permission of the Institute Director.


INSC 4907 [1.0 credit]
Honours Essay and Research Proposal

A review of current research, and a research proposal, under the supervision of a faculty advisor. (Note: the research project is not actually carried out.) Graded on the literature review, the research proposal, and an oral defense. The student arranges for a faculty advisor.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Precludes additional credit for INSC 4908 [1.0].
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing in Honours Integrated Science and permission of the Institute.


INSC 4908 [1.0 credit]
Honours Project

Under the supervision of a faculty adviser, the student carries out a research project in the IS areas of study. Prior to or immediately upon registration, the student must consult with the ISI Director for topic approval and course regulations.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Precludes additional credit for INSC 4907 [1.0].
Prerequisite(s): permission of the Institute Director.


Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca

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