51-971 Coda I

36 units, Carnegie Mellon University

This course provides the critical space for divergent research themes to coalesce into a clear and conclusive body of research. You will assemble your dissertation ready for examination in May of the final semester. Dissertations can be entirely written (60-80K words), or a body of written and practical work (40-60K words, by negotiation). Your final body of work must demonstrate an original contribution to knowledge which expands understanding of transition design. Topics include: Distilling Research Findings; Finding your Voice; Making your Point; Coalescing Divergent Themes; Dissertation Production; Editing & Refining; and, Viva Prep.

Prerequisites: none listed

Offered: Fall 2026, Fall 2025

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