Course-based Research

Participating in research is as easy as registering for class!

Gain skills and practice research simply by enrolling in class!  A number of skill-building and research-centered classes are available for undergraduate students at the University of Arizona.

Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs)

If you are interested in diving into hands-on research simply by registering for a class, take a look at a Course-based Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE)!  All CURE faculty have been through specialized training to learn how to incorporate authentic research into their classes. Become part of a research team that advances the threshold of human understanding!  You can explore more by viewing:

Semiconductor-sector CUREs (S-CUREs)

The semiconductor sector is broadly defined to include design, materials, tools, manufacturing, distribution, global markets, and supply chain management. S-CUREs are Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences specifically focused on research in the semiconductor sector. S-CUREs are currently in development and will be available beginning Fall 2025. Learn more about S-CUREs and other Semiconductor sector Undergraduate Research Experiences (SUREs) here.

Vertically Integrated Projects (VIPs)

VIPs are team-based research, design, and/or creative inquiry opportunities led by U of A faculty or staff. By design, VIP teams are typically formed around large-scale projects connected to real-world problems. Because VIPs include multiple levels of mentorship (team leader(s), postdocs, graduate students, upper and lower division undergraduate students), peer mentoring expands team leader capacity from the usual 1:1 mentoring model. Teams are often multidisciplinary, and while students typically enroll for course credit, some paid opportunities may be available on teams. Students working with a VIP team learn both disciplinary and professional skills that provide value as they move forward into further education or employment. Learn more on the VIP site.

Have something to add to this page? Follow this link to submit a course-based research opportunity.