Doctoral Thesis

Last Updated: Tue, 04/14/2026
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General Class Information
Academic year:
2026
Semester:
Fall
Course prefix:
PUBP
Course number:
9000
Section:
GK
CRN
84911
Department (you may add up to three):
Instructor first name:
Gordon
Instructor last name:
Kingsley
Catalog Description

This course provides academic credit for independent thesis research conducted under the supervision of a Georgia Tech faculty advisor. The scope and direction of research are determined by the student in consultation with the thesis advisor, consistent with the requirements of the degree program.

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Responsible Conduct-Res

Last Updated: Fri, 04/10/2026
Syllabus
General Class Information
Academic year:
2026
Semester:
Fall
Course prefix:
PHIL
Course number:
6000
Section:
Q1
CRN
89774
Department (you may add up to three):
Instructor first name:
Yolande
Instructor last name:
Berta
Catalog Description

An introduction to the concepts guiding the responsible conduct of research. Students will learn about the ethical norms and guidelines within different fields of research.

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Pre-Law Seminar

Last Updated: Mon, 04/13/2026
Syllabus
General Class Information
Academic year:
2026
Semester:
Fall
Course prefix:
PUBP
Course number:
3610
Section:
LPS
CRN
81171
Department (you may add up to three):
Instructor first name:
William
Instructor last name:
McNeil
Catalog Description

Examination of the legal profession and areas of legal specialization (e.g., contract, property, intellectual property, international). Emphasizes skills and values that are essential to success in law school and competent lawyering.

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Environmental Issues

Last Updated: Wed, 04/08/2026
Syllabus
General Class Information
Academic year:
2026
Semester:
Fall
Course prefix:
PUBP
Course number:
6310
Section:
MG
CRN
91301
Department (you may add up to three):
Instructor first name:
Michelle
Instructor last name:
Graff
Catalog Description

Provides an overview of basic concepts and methods of environmental policy analysis and implementation through a case study approach. Cases will range from local to global environmental policy issues. The goal of the course will be to expose students to the broad range of social and physical problems referred to as "environmental" problems, and to orient the student for future work in the field.

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Sci, Tech & Human Values

Last Updated: Wed, 05/13/2026
Syllabus
General Class Information
Academic year:
2026
Semester:
Fall
Course prefix:
PHIL
Course number:
3127
Section:
K02
CRN
86602
Department (you may add up to three):
Instructor first name:
Hans
Instructor last name:
Klein
Catalog Description

Exploration of the boundaries between science, religion, and social values, examining science and technology in a broader social context. Examines claims that science is isolated from social problems and values. Credit not allowed for both PHIL 3127 and PST 3127.

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