1Identify a question, the answer to which makes a contribution to an existing body of knowledge or creative practice.

2Read, analyze, and synthesize information from scholarly literature and/or traditions of creative practice.

3Demonstrate knowledge of disciplinary and/or interdisciplinary skills, methods, and abilities appropriate for their research/creative question.

4Evaluate and interpret their findings.

5Recognize and respond to ethical responsibilities of their research/creative projects.

6Communicate their findings in both oral and/or written formats.