Please check regularly for updates. Last updated 9/16/22.
Application Procedure for Research Practicum (HDF 355R): TO BE ComPLETED 1 SEMESTER BEFORE PLACEMENT
Recommendation: Meet with your Academic Advisor early to discuss how the Research Practicum would fit into your academic plan.
Step 1: Be on the lookout for an email from SoHE Advising about Field and Research Practicums each semester. Typically, these emails will come in February and September. They will have a very brief survey for you to complete.
Step 2: Once you have completed the appropriate survey and have indicated your interest in a Research Practicum, then you will receive an email granting you access to a Canvas page that has more information and the official Research Practicum application with the deadline.
Step 3: You will receive an email once your application has been reviewed and your acceptance status has been determined.
Step 4: If accepted, the Practicum Coordinator will email you to connect you with a research faculty member (often based on your goals and preferences indicated on your application) and will share details on how to register. All research faculty have an interview process. Some have an additional application.
IMPORTANT: Please note that research practicum placements have become very competitive. Students are not always accepted or placed with the faculty member of their choice.
Please feel free to contact Natalie Ammon, Practicum Coordinator, at hdfs.practicum@utexas.edu with your UTEID, the type of practicum you are interested in (field or research), the semester you would like to take the course, and any questions.
Application Procedure for Field Practicum (HDF 652F/652P): To Be Completed 2 Semesters In ADVANCE of PLACEMENT. Summer Placements are Unavailable.
Step 1: Be on the lookout for an email from SoHE Advising about Field and Research Practicums each semester. Typically, these emails will come in February and September. They will have a brief survey for you to complete.
Step 2: Once you have completed the appropriate survey and have indicated your interest in a Field Practicum, then you will receive an email granting you access to a Canvas page that has more information and the official Field Practicum application with the deadline. Please be prepared to meet with your Academic Advisor to complete the Academic Plan Form, which will be provided on the Canvas website.
Step 3: You will receive an email once your application has been reviewed and your acceptance status has been determined.
Step 4: If accepted, the Practicum Coordinator will share information on how to find a practicum site (you select one off of a curated list) and will share details on how to register. All sites have an interview process. Some require an additional application.
Please feel free to contact Natalie Ammon, Practicum Coordinator, at hdfs.practicum@utexas.edu with your UTEID, the type of practicum you are interested in (field or research), the semester you would like to take the course, and any questions.
