HIST 811: Doctoral Research Seminar
HIST 811-001: Doctoral Research Seminar
(Spring 2026)
07:20 PM to 10:00 PM M
Krug Hall 209
Section Information for Spring 2026
In HIST 811, you will produce a chapter-length essay based on original research in primary sources and situated in its appropriate historiographical context. Your final paper must be 25-35 pages (7,500-10,500) words in length, plus notes and bibliography, which must be formatted correctly in Chicago style. Your essay could be a dissertation chapter or a stand-alone article; either way, the goal is to help you envision your dissertation more clearly and develop the research and project management skills to be able to complete it.
Most of our shared readings and class discussions will therefore be about process and tools. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to producing historical scholarship, but exploring how-to questions systematically and learning about what has worked for others can be very helpful. We’ll also use our time together to discuss publishing, the peer review process, and other professional development issues for advanced Ph.D. students.
Course Information from the University Catalog
Credits: 3
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
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