MU698
Applied Community Service and Research Project
2.0 Credits

Applied community service is the practical, experiential component of the degree program, essential for connecting theory to practice. Normally students enrol in this course in the 4th term of registration in the program, and maintain continuous registration until all degree requirements are met. Students may remain in the same Applied Community Service placement, or they may opt to combine several placements of shorter duration. Students in the program use this experience to develop their skills, and at several points during the degree come together for scheduled seminar meetings to share best practices and discuss challenges in community service. The capstone Research Project is based on the Applied Community Service placement(s); in addition to a research paper, the capstone project includes a demonstration of Community Leadership. This might be constructed as a lecture- demonstration, open house, concert, and gallery or other presentation approved by the project advisor, in consultation with the graduate co-ordinator.