We encourage global health students to take advantage of the many opportunities at Duke to deepen engagement in your education, your community and the wider world. After you complete your core course requirements, you can apply for either a research or non-research independent study under the supervision of a faculty member for course credit. You may count up to one research independent study toward your global health major and minor course requirements. Any paid work (e.g., in a lab, at an internship, etc.) is ineligible for academic credit.
If you are a Trinity or Pratt student enrolled in a faculty-supervised independent study course or the equivalent, the Undergraduate Research Support (URS) office offers grants that can help defray research expenses of up to $400. You may use grant funds to purchase approved supplies and equipment (which become the property of the University) for the research project.
TO APPLY
- Step 1: Identify an area of interest and faculty advisor.
- Step 2: Review policies, procedures and approval forms.
- Step 3: Complete the global health independent study application form by 12 p.m. on the last day of drop/add and monitor your email for status updates. Submitting at least a week prior to the deadline is recommended.