G2s – PQE & Guidelines
Qualification for the dissertation research project begins with the PQE at the beginning of the G2 year. Each student will select three faculty members who administer the exam–a brief oral presentation and defense of the student’s dissertation research proposal. In addition, the committee may challenge the student on course work, readings, and other required knowledge in his or her field. Students must pass the PQE by the end of the fall semester of their G2 year in order to meet satisfactory progress requirements.
Preliminary Qualifying (PQE) Exam Committee Selection
- Students will work with their advisor to select 3 faculty members they would be interested in serving on the PQE committee. The committee must consist of 3 MCO faculty, and the chair of the committee must be tenured MCO faculty.
- Students will then submit a PQE Information Form in my.harvard for approval. This form can be found in under "Documents". Please see instructions on how to do this here.