Independent Study: Rules and Criteria

Modified on Fri, 23 May at 10:27 AM

1. Summary
This article explains the conditions under which a course may be taken as an independent study at MUST University. It details the required criteria and the circumstances that allow this exception.


2. Keywords & Tags
independent study, required course, academic exception, custom course, unavailable semester
Tags: #IndependentStudy #RequiredCourse #CustomCourse #AcademicPolicy #Undergraduate #Graduate


3. Description

Some students may need to take a required course that is not available during their graduation semester. In such cases, the course may be offered as an independent study, as long as specific conditions are met.


4. Step-by-Step Instructions

Dedo indicador apontando para a direita What is Independent Study:
It is an alternative, individual method for completing required courses not available in the student’s current semester.


Dedo indicador apontando para a direita Mandatory criteria to qualify:

  • ✅ The course cannot be replaced by another equivalent course.
  • ✅ The course is not being offered in the student’s current semester.
  • ✅ The course is a mandatory requirement for the student’s academic program.


Dedo indicador apontando para a direita Instructional hours:
The course must comply with the required weekly instructional hours, even in the independent format.


Dedo indicador apontando para a direita Special exceptions:
Special cases will be reviewed individually by the Director of Academic Affairs or their representative based on merit.


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