Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity
Program at a Glance
College(s)/School(s)
College of Arts and Humanities College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences College of Social Sciences Luter School of BusinessDepartment(s)
This 12-credit Certificate provides CNU undergraduate students with a planned sequence of courses to support their systematic development as undergraduate researchers and artists, providing an added credential to present to employers and graduate schools. Students will learn to investigate and to solve research problems using critical thinking and analytical skills, to work effectively in diverse groups, to write and present effectively for presentation and publication, to present and defend recommendations, and to act ethically. Completion of the Certificate will be clearly noted on your transcript so that employers and graduate school admission officials will notice your skills and achievements. Graduates will be able to better discuss their research and creative accomplishments for graduate school entry and job applications. Graduation stoles will be available for Commencement.
Degree Requirements
3 credit hours
- URCA 101 - Introduction to Research and Creative Activity - 2 credits
- URCA 400 - Capstone in Student Research and Creative Activity - 1 credit
You'll choose one course from each of the following categories:
- RCA Exposure Course - 3 credits
- RCA Skill Building Course - 3 credits
- RCA Application Course or Directed Research - 3 credits