Provides an in-depth study of a subject chosen by the student, consisting of research and a scholarly paper. Course Information: May be repeated if topics vary to a maximum of 2 hours. Previously listed as JD 041. Prerequisite(s): JD 401 and JD 405 and JD 406 and JD 407 and JD 411 and JD 414 and JD 415 and JD 416; and LAW 402 or LAW 403 or LAW 404; and LAW 412 or LAW 413.

An independent study project must be approved by the director and requires scholarly study which will result in a significant contribution to intellectual property law. Course Information: May be repeated if topics vary to a maximum of 3 hours. Previously listed as IP 431.

An independent study project must be approved by the director and requires scholarly study which will result in a significant contribution to information technology and privacy law. Course Information: May be repeated if topics vary to a maximum of 3 hours. Previously listed as ITP 897.

An independent study project must be approved by the director and requires scholarly study which will result in a significant contribution to real estate law. Course Information: May be repeated if topics vary to a maximum of 3 hours. Previously listed as RE 698.

An independent study project must be approved by the director and requires scholarly study which will result in a significant contribution to tax planning law. Course Information: May be repeated if topics vary. Previously listed as TX 398.

Students pursue an in-depth study of a subject, through research and writing a scholarly Master's thesis. Course Information: May be repeated if topics vary to a maximum of 3 hours.