Experience with diverse research group projects and styles are an essential part of graduate training. To provide this training, graduate students are expected to complete a series of research rotations that provide them with the opportunity to (1) explore research groups where they may pursue future thesis work; (2) experience the diversity of sub-disciplines and research styles in computing and data sciences; and (3) expand their network of potential research collaborators. Before beginning a rotation, students are expected to discuss their plans with the faculty leadership of the BU research group they would like to join, leading to a clear definition of the scope and expected outcomes of the work pursued under the supervision of a named rotation advisor. While desirable, it is neither required nor expected that the rotation will result in completion of a substantial body of work. Research rotation credits will be noted on the student transcript as a 4-credit independent study course numbered as DS-991 (for Fall semester rotations) or DS-992 (for Spring semester rotations).

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