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FAQ

The foundation of the program, and the ultimate raison d’etre for the Ph.D. students, is the multidisciplinary research they will perform, culminating in a doctoral dissertation. The IGERT scholars are encouraged to be involved in research projects from the start; the guaranteed funding during the first two years frees them up to participate in research out of interest (rather than out of a need for funding).

Student research will be guided by IGERT faculty, oftentimes directly relating to the research of a specific advisor. Indeed, students are expected to engage in research relevant to their advisor's area.

By the end of their third year, typically, students present thesis proposals. The focus of the remaining time (typically two years) is on important, novel multidisciplinary research in an area relevant to the interactive digital multimedia program, guided by a diverse faculty committee.