Consideration of subjects not listed in the regular department offerings. Repeatable when content does not duplicate previous special topics studies. Maximum credit, nine hours. Prerequisite: One course in MCA numbered 500 and above.

Intensive, specialized study under guidance of a faculty member or faculty committee. Prerequisites: Completion of appropriate contract proposal and permission of advisor or instructor.

Advanced research for Plan B project. No more than nine credits may be earned in MCA 729 and MCA 730 combined. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: MCA 600; permission of Plan B committee members based on satisfactory completion of research prospectus.

Thesis Research. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: MCA 600; permission of Graduate Advisor.