PhD in Vision Science Student Learning Outcomes
Through intense coursework and empirical research work, the PhD students are expected to:
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Demonstrate advanced knowledge in the general field of vision science in the individual's specialized topical area(s).
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Write IRB research proposals and grant funding applications.
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Conduct original research or complete comprehensive literature review in the area of the individual's focus.
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Demonstrate fluency and independence in study design, data gathering, and data analysis.
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Produce an original written research dissertation of high quality, successfully defend it orally.
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Publish dissertation in a peer-reviewed journal or orally present it at peer-reviewed conference(s).
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Participate in scientific professional organization(s).
Student learning outcomes will be assessed in the following way:
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A candidate needs to fulfill course requirement with satisfactory performance1 and pass the qualification exam of general knowledge2
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A candidate is required to submit an IRB application3, when applicable, and successfully obtain approval by thesis advisor and committee4 as well as IRB committee (Pacific University). A candidate should also complete at least one grant proposal as part of the “Advanced Seminar” course requirement (e.g., courses OPT-946 to OPT-949).
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A candidate will complete an original research or a comprehensive review paper and successfully defend in front of the thesis advisor and committee4 to fulfill the dissertation requirement.
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The preliminary dissertation proposal3 including proposed research design, methodology and data analysis will be evaluated by the thesis advisor and committee4.
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The candidate will successfully present the completed dissertation orally as well as in its written form to the thesis advisor and committee for the final defense5.
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The candidate will share the learned knowledge with the professional community either in a peer-reviewed journal or a scientific conference.
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Active participation in the professional community as demonstrated by attendance, presentation, and/or membership in scientific organizations.
References:
- Pacific Catalog 2016-17 (p.451, section of “Academic Standard”)
- Pacific Catalog 2016-17 (pp.447-448, section of “Qualifying Examination of General Knowledge in Vision Science”)
- Pacific Catalog 2016-17 (p.448, section of “Preliminary Examination of the Dissertation Proposal”)
- Pacific Catalog 2016-17 (p.448, section of “PhD Research Advisor and Dissertation Committee”)
- Pacific Catalog 2016-17 (p.448, section of “Final Defense of the Dissertation Research")