1991-92 General Catalog; University of Utah catalogue; (Catalog)

AG_Graduate Study

GRADUATE STUDYGRADUATE STUDY 21 Dean, B. Gale Dick, Ph.D. Associate Dean, Richard P. Steiner, Ph.D. Office, 310 Park Building, 581-7642 The Graduate Council establishes policies and procedures governing graduate study in accordance with faculty regulations. Directors of graduate studies administer graduate programs in the various departments. The council supervises degree requirements for the following academic and professional degrees: Academic Degrees Master of Arts (M.A.) Master of Science (M.S.) Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Professional Degrees Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) Master of Arts in Teaching (M A T.) Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Master of Education (M.Ed.) Master of Engineering (M.E.) Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) Master of Laws (LL.M.) Master of Human Resource Management (M.H.R.M.) Master of Music (M.Mus.) Master of Professional Accountancy (M.Pr.A.) Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) Master of Statistics (M.Stat.) Electrical Engineer (E.E.) Doctor of Education (Ed.D) Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) M.D. and J.D. Degrees The Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) and Juris Doctor (J.D.) degrees are conferred by the School of Medicine and College of Law, respectively. For details about programs, see Medicine and Law in the Colleges section of this catalog. Following is information about Graduate School policies and academic and professional degrees. For additional information, see also the Colleges and the Courses sections of this catalog. For a compendium guide to graduate programs, consult the Bulletin of the University of Utah, The Graduate School, available free from The Graduate School. The colleges, professional schools and most departments also publish bulletins describing graduate programs and degree requirements. ADMISSION Admissions Office 250 Student Services Building 581-7283 Prospective graduate students, including University of Utah seniors, apply for admission to graduate study through the University Admissions Office, The Application lor Admission to Graduate School is available through each graduate department or from the Admissions Office and should be submitted by THE GRADUATE SCHOOL the quarterly published deadline described under Admission in the Undergraduate Study section of the catalog. Transcripts of all previous academic work, both graduate and undergraduate, must be sent to the Admissions Office directly from each school attended. The admissions file should be complete at least 30 days prior to the departmental deadline. Because some departments have additional requirements and deadlines and some review files only once each year, students must check with the appropriate department for special requirements and provide all required materials prior to the departmental deadline. Students failing to maintain continuous registration without an official leave of absence must reapply for admission to graduate school through the Admissions Office. For information, see Minimum Continuous Registration, below For more information, refer to the Bulletin of the University of Utah, The Graduate School. and to individual departments in the Courses section of this catalog. Admission Requirements An applicant for admission to The Graduate School must have: 1. An undergraduate GPA of 3.0. based on all undergraduate work or work completed during the last two years of study, whichever is higher. 2 A bachelor's degree Irom a fully accredited college or university. 3. Recommendation of the faculty in the college or department In which the applicant wishes to study Departments and colleges may establish additional criteria for admission in accordance with the general guidelines established by The Graduate School. The University of Utah is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity in all programs, activities and employment. Moreover, students may not be denied admission to graduate work solely because they obtained a prior degree at the University of Utah. Nonmatriculated Students. Students who do not qualify for admission to The Graduate School or non-degree-seeking students may enroll in graduate-level classes on a nonmatriculated basis. (Some graduate-level courses, however, are restricted because of full enrollment, limited space, prerequisites, etc) When such students want to be considered for matriculated graduate status, they must formally apply through the Admissions Office. Students also may be admitted on a nonmatriculated basis for a probationary period by either the department or the Graduate Admissions Committee Students who meet and maintain departmental and college academic standards during the probationary period must reapply tnrough the Admissions Office. Upon recommendation from the major department, the student can qualify for matriculated status. Credits earned by nonmatriculated students may or may not apply to a graduate degree program. Graduate programs are designed and approved by faculty committees assigned to supervise each graduate student. Decisions on accepting course credit are made initially by these supervisory committees The number of nonmatriculated hours that can be applied toward a graduate degree is limited to 12 quarter hours, Applying more than 12 hours ol nonmatriculated work to the degree requires approval of the dean of The Graduate School Any requests for exceptions to these general admission policies should be directed in writing to the Graduate Admissions Committee by the respective college or department Application Procedures Because departmental requirements and deadlines vary, applicants should check with their major department in addition to making formal application for admission to The Graduate School The Application for Admission to Graduate School is available from the Admissions Office. 250 Student Services Building. The admissions file, which is composed of the Application lor Admission to Graduate School and all transcripts, must be received by the Admissions Office at least 30 days prior to the departmental deadline tor applicants in the following categories: 1 New applicants to The Graduate School including University of Utah seniors 2. Nonmatriculated students wishing to matriculate in The Graduate School 3. Graduate students seeking to change then majors. 4 Former graduate students who have not maintained minimum continuous registration or who do not have an official leave of absence Official transcripts of all previous graduate and undergraduate academic work must be sent directly to the Admissions Office from each school attended Former students must have transcripts sent for work completed since last enrolled. Transcripts submitted for admission become the property of the University and are not returned. Failure to list all institutions previously attended may result in loss of credit and/or dismissal from the University When complete, the admissions file is summarized by the Admissions Office staff and sent to the department for an admissions recommendation. If required, letters of recommendation and results of standardized tests should be sent directly to the major department Notification of the admission decision is made from the Admissions Office after the admissions file is reviewed for final acceptance by The Graduate School New graduate students who do not enroll the quarter they are accepted and who wish to enroll in a subsequent quarter must complete a Renewal ol Application form with the Admissions Office to reactivate the file Files for new students who do not enroll are normally kept one year. Files not reactivated within one year are destroyed Any subsequent application is treated as a new student application The deadlines for filing a Renewal ol Application form are the same as those for new applications Application Fees. All graduate applicants new to the University of Utah are charged a $30 processing tee Formerly matriculated University of Utah students applying to The Graduate School lor the first time pay a $10 processing lee.22 GRADUATE STUDY Former University of Utah graduate students who do not have an official leave of absence are required to pay a $10 reactivation lee. New students who do not enroll the quarter for which they are accepted and who wish to enroll in a subsequent quarter pay a $10 renewal lee. All applications received after the published deadlines require a $15 late handling fee. All fees are subject to change without prior notice. Notice of Acceptance. The Admissions Office notifies all applicants in writing of their acceptance or denial. Accepted applicants who can be reached by mail before registration receive an admission statement and registration information. Students who do not receive official notification of their admission status prior to the telephone registration deadlines should inquire at the Admissions Office regarding the status of their application. Other Policies Changing Resident Status. The Admissions Office classifies all applicants as either residents or nonresidents for tuition purposes. For information, see Establishing Utah Residence in the Undergraduate Study section of this catalog, or contact the residency officer, 581-3089, in the Admissions Office. Continuing Studies. If a student receives a master's degree at the University of Utah and wishes to continue graduate study in the same department the succeeding quarter, that student should obtain a copy of the form Recommendation for Change of Graduate Classification from the Graduate Records Office, 205 Building 44 This form requires a departmental recommendation and is then returned to the Graduate Records Office for final action of the dean of The Graduate School. Changing Doctoral Majors. A student who changes majors for the doctorate must file a new Application for Admission to Graduate School with the Admissions Office. The student's records are then sent to the new department for an evaluation and recommendation. It is the responsibility of the student to arrange for letters of recommendation and test scores, if required, to be sent to the new department. International Admission Admissions Office 250 Student Services Building 581-3091 To be considered for graduate study, international applicants must have a bachelor's degree or its equivalent and, generally, a GPA of at least 3.0 (B). International students on visas do not qualify for probationary or nonmatriculated status. International students apply for admission by filing a special form, International Student Application for Admission, available from the Admissions Office. A nonrefundable fee of $50 (U.S. dollars) must accompany the application. Students who apply to more than two graduate departments are charged an additional $10 fee for each application. (Fees are subject to change without notice.) In addition, an international applicant must submit: 1. Official transcripts, grade sheets or mark sheets (Transcripts submitted for admission become the property of the University and are not returned. Failure to list all institutions previously attended may result in loss of credit and/or dismissal from the University.) 2 Official certification of all degrees. 3 Official, valid TOEFL, with a score of 500 or higher for applicants whose first language is not English. The test must be completed no more than 24 months prior to the date of application. Some departments have a TOEFL requirement above 500. Contact the department concerned for specific higher requirements. Students with a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited U.S. college or university may not be required to take the TOEFL. 4 Financial statement. Applicants must prove they have sufficient funds to complete their studies at the University. For information concerning financial aid that may be available from departments, contact the department concerned. Applicants should contact the department in which they wish to study for information concerning the program offered, departmental applications, letters of recommendation, required tests (such as the GRE, GMAT or TSE) as well as other requirements. Departments also should be contacted for information concerning financial assistance and deadlines. Graduate applications are reviewed each quarter by the Admissions Office but must be received at least 90 days prior to the beginning of the quarter for which the student is applying. Although some departments accept students every quarter, most accept students only once a year. Housing must be arranged by the student. For information, refer to Housing in the Student Services section of this catalog. REGISTRATION Registrar's Office/Service Windows 250 Student Services Building 581-8968 Registering for Classes. Graduate students (except those in law and medicine) typically use the telephone registration system to secure their classes. For details about registration procedures (including telephone and late registration, changes in registration, withdrawal from the University, registration holds and identification cards), see Registration in the Undergraduate Study section of this catalog. Law and medical students register in person at the College of Law and School of Medicine, respectively. For information, see Law and Medicine in the Colleges section of this catalog, or contact the School of Medicine or College of Law. Minimum Continuous Registration. All graduate students must maintain minimum registration from the time of formal admission through completion of all requirements for the degree they are seeking unless granted an official leave of absence (see Leaves of Absence, below.) Master's Degrees. Master's degree students in a program requiring a thesis maintain minimum registration by: 1. Registering and paying applicable tuition and lees for at least three credit hours (Thesis Research, course number 697. may be used to fulfill this requirement) per quarter during Ihe academic year from the time they are admitted to The Graduate School until they have completed all requirements for Ihe degree (up to 15 hours of 697 may be counted toward the master's degree); or 2. Registering for three credit hours ot Faculty Consultation (course number 698) during any quarter in which they are not otherwise enrolled. Master's degree students in a nonthesis program maintain minimum registration by: 1 Registering and paying applicable tuition and fees for al least three credit hours per quarter during the academic year from the time they are admitted to The Graduate School until they have completed all requirements for the degree, including the submission of a final paper or project; or 2. Registering for three credit hours of Faculty Consultation (course number 698) during any quarter in which they are not otherwise enrolled. Minimum continuous registration requirements apply to thesis candidates until the thesis is successfully defended. The requirements apply to nonthesis candidates until the final paper or project is submitted and approved by the department. Master's degree students maintaining minimum continuous registration have library privileges, health insurance options and access to athletic facilities. Doctoral Degrees. Doctoral students maintain minimum registration until they have been formally advanced to candidacy (usually after having completed all course work, passed the qualifying examination and satisfied the language requirement). This can be done by: 1. Registering and paying applicable tuition and fees for at least three credit hours (Thesis Research, course number 797, may be used to fulfill this requirement) per quarter during the academic year until they are advanced to candidacy; or 2. Registering for three credit hours of Faculty Consultation (course number 798) during any quarter in which they are not otherwise enrolled. Doctoral students who have been admitted to candidacy (usually after having completed all course work, passed the qualifying examination and satisfied the language requirement) maintain minimum registration by: 1. Registering and paying the applicable tuition and fees for a minimum of three credit hours of Faculty Consultation (course number 798) Candidates in residency, i e., who use University buildings, consult regularly with their supervisory committee or otherwise use University facilities, and all candidates taking their final examination during the quarter in question must register for course number 798. 2. Registering for Continuing Registration (course number 799), it the candidate is not using University facilities or faculty time. Doctoral students who successfully defend their dissertations no longer are required to register; however, those who wish to check out books from the library or purchase student health insurance must register for course number 799 (Continuing Registration). It should be noted that only courses numbered 697 and 797 may be counted as thesis or dissertation hours in fulfillment of degree requirements. Course numbers 698SEE PAGE 7 FOR ABBREVIATIONS LIST GRADUATE STUDY 23 and 798 do not count toward fulfillment of degree requirements. Termination of Committee. If students do not comply with the continuous registration policy described above and do not obtain an official leave of absence, their supervisory committees are terminated and their records inactivated To reactivate a file at a later time, the student must reapply for admission to The Graduate School. Course 799 Limitations. Course number 799, Continuing Registration: Ph.D., cannot be used for verification of half- or full-time enrollment in order to qualify for deferment of student loan repayments or to receive student loan funds. Leaves of Absence. Students who wish to discontinue their studies for one or more quarters must file a Request for Leave of Absence form with the chair of their supervisory committee. Before being forwarded to the Graduate Records Office for approval of the dean, the form must be approved by the supervisory committee chair and department chair. Requests may be granted in the following circumstances: 1. Leaves of absence generally are gramed and reviewed on a yearly basis tor reasons relating to illness, military service, pregnancy and/or child care, residence outside the state ol Utah and work in process where students are not in continual contact with their supervisory committee or other members ol the faculty 2 Leaves may also be granted on a yearly basis to students who. in the judgment of their department chair, are engaged in work considered beneficial to their academic goals, such as temporary teaching or professional employment that allows the student ultimately to complete the degree. 3. Leaves for other reasons may be granted and reviewed on a yearly basis when the student's chair believes the leave is in the best interest ot both the student and the University. Students must apply tor leaves of absence for a current quarter by the last day of classes of that quarter. They also must officially withdraw from classes in any quarter for which a leave is granted Failure to formally withdraw results in the reporting of E or EU grades for all classes. For more information about official withdrawal, see Grading Policies in the Undergraduate Study section of this catalog. The period during which a leave of absence is granted does not count toward the period allowed to complete the degree. Leaves are granted for a maximum of one academic year at a time. The leave of absence is void if a student registers for classes in a quarter for which a leave was granted. Summer Quarter Registration. Continuous registration refers only to registration during the regular academic year and is not terminated or interrupted by nonregistration during summer quarter. Students can. however, maintain registration status if appropriate during summer quarter. Charges. Nonresident tuition is not imposed on students whose total registration includes only courses numbered 697, 698, 797 or 798 (Thesis Research and Faculty Consultation) in a given quarter. Course number 799 (Continuing Registration), available only to doctoral students who have been admitted to candidacy, carries a charge (subject to change without notice) of $25 per quarter, regardless of resident status, GRADING AND CREDIT POLICIES Direct appeals and questions regarding grading and credit policies to the dean of The Graduate School. 310 Park Building. 581-6925. Grading Policies Minimum Grades. Candidates for graduate degrees are required to maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA. A grade below C- is not accepted for credit toward a graduate degree Some departments also restrict C grades. Credit/No-Credit Option. Graduate students are granted the option, subject to approval by their major department and review by the dean of The Graduate School, to enroll in some courses in which they are graded on a CR/NC rather than letter-grade basis. The intent of the CR/NC option is to free graduate students to extend their studies outside their major or specialty and to take classes they otherwise might not take if they had to compete with majors for a letter grade The following applies to taking classes CR/NC. 1. During the first year in The Graduate School, the student, if the department concurs, may register lor one class each quarter on a CR/NC basis 2 Of the first year's work, courses taken lor CR/NC grades may not exceed about 25 percent of the student s total credits In some cases, especially it the student plans to do doctoral work, the director ol graduate studies or chair of the student's committee may (eel it is desirable that all classes the first year be taken for letter grades. If so, the program should be outlined accordingly 3 Alter the first year in graduate school, the student may request permission Irom the director of graduate studies to register tor more than one class per quarter on a CR/NC basis 4. Each department has maximum flexibility to plan the best possible program with the student. Whether the student is in the first year or in advanced stages of the program, the choice of courses lo be taken CR/NC is subject to approval by the department's chair or director ol graduate studies. 5. Students may not elect to register for CR/NC courses in their major department unless they are offered only on a CR/NC basis. 6 All courses listed lor one credit hour are graded on a simple CR/NC basis, unless the use of regular letter grades is approved by the Graduate Council. 7. Graduate students should earn a grade ol 2 0 or better to be entitled to credit Students who do not wish to register tor credit, either tor a letter grade or the CR/NC option, should merely audit the course 8 Graduate students enrolled in a class lor CR/NC may change to a letter grade any time before the Monday of the last week ot classes. Graduate students are cautioned that it is often important that they receive letter grades in order to build a graduate GPA. This is especially important if the student should apply for fellowships or traineeships on a competitive basis or should later transfer to another institution. Credit Policies Graduate Credit for Undergraduates. University of Utah undergraduate students may be allowed to select certain courses for graduate credit if they: (1) have senior standing and (2) have a University of Utah cumulative GPA of not less than 3.0. Advanced approval of The Graduate School dean is required on a Senior Petition form available in the Registrar's Office. Approval tor graduate credit cannot be given after a course has been completed. Transfer Credit. Graduate credit may be transferred from other institutions. Normally, up to nine quarter hours of transfer credit may be applied toward graduate degree requirements if they: (1) are of high grade, (2) are recommended by the student's supervisory committee, (3) are taken within the prescribed time limit, and (4) fulfill resident credit requirements. However, when a duly registered graduate student of the University of Utah is advised by the supervisory committee to pursue studies for a period of time at another institution because of special facilities available there, such period of study may be considered as residence work toward the degree, provided the arrangement is approved in advance by the dean ot The Graduate School. Maximum Hours. No candidate for a graduate degree is permitted to register for more than 16 credit hours in any single quarter. Teaching fellows and others employed approximately half time at the University are expected to register for 12 credit hours per quarter. Normally, a schedule of nine credit hours is considered a full load tor master's and doctoral candidates. Limitations on Credit. A student may not count more than 12 credit hours of nonmatriculated graduate work toward any graduate degree, unless the student's registration tor more than 12 hours is specifically approved in advance by the chair ot the major department and dean of The Graduate School. Correspondence or home study courses are not eligible for graduate credit. Off-campus videoconference courses do not satisfy resident study requirements. Students may not register for CR/NC courses in their major department unless they are offered only on a CR/NC basis. (See also Credit/No-Credit Option, above,) LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Departments may require "standard proficiency" or ' advanced proficiency" in language competence Standard proficiency assumes a reading comprehension level expected of a student who has completed one year of college foreign language instruction or the equivalent Students may verify standard proficiency in the following ways: 1 Complete a third-quarter language course (103). ot the equivalent at another institution, with at least a 8 grade (3.0). or pass a fifth-quarter language course (202). or the equivalent, with at least a C grade (2 0) Bring a transcript to the Department of Languages and Literature. 153 Orson Spencer Hall, for verification These courses must have been taken not more than six years prior to the date of application for language certification 2 Pass the Graduate School Foreign Language Test (GSFLT) with a score indicating standard proficiency M A candidates need a GSFLT score of24 GRADUATE STUDY 450 or higher (500 or higher lor Department of English candidates) to satisfy the standard proliciency requirement. Students who wish to take the GSFLT must contact the University Testing Center, 450 Student Services Building, 581-8744 Advanced proficiency assumes a reading comprehension level expected of a student who has completed two years of college foreign language instruction or the equivalent. Students may verify advanced proficiency in the following ways: 1 Complete a fifth-quarter language course (202), or equivalent at another institution, with at least a B grade (3.0). Bring a transcript to the Department of Languages and Literature. 153 Orson Spencer Hall, lor verification This course must have been taken not more than six years prior to the date ot application tor language certification 2 Pass the GSFLT with a score indicating advanced proliciency Ph D candidates need a GSFLT score ot 500 or higher (550 or higher for Department of English candidates) to satisfy the advanced proliciency requirement Students who wish to take the GSFLT must contact the University Testing Center, 450 Student Services Building, 581-8744 PRIVACY RIGHTS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act guarantees all University students certain rights regarding their official records maintained by the University. For details, see Privacy Rights in the Undergraduate Study section of this catalog. DEGREE REQUIREMENTS Students are reminded that they are responsible for understanding and complying with the requirements for the academic and professional degrees described below and elsewhere in this catalog. Academic Degrees Academic degrees conferred by The Graduate School are the Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy. Following is general information pertaining to M A.. M.S., M.Phil. and Ph.D. degree programs. For information about additional requirements tor degrees in particular disciplines, refer to the discipline in the Courses section and the corresponding college in the Colleges section of this catalog Supervisory Committees It is the responsibility of the student to initiate filing a Request for Supervisory Committee form with the major department no later than the second quarter of graduate work. The department chair or director of graduate studies, depending on departmental policy, appoints the chair and the committee members subject to approval by the dean of The Graduate School. Immediate family members are not eligible to serve on a student's supervisory committee. The committee consults with the student in planning an academic program, examinations and research for a thesis (or alternative) or a dissertation All University of Utah faculty members (including regular, clinical and research faculty) are eligible to serve as supervisory committee chairs consistent with individual departmental regulations. In special cases, faculty holding only visiting or ad|unct appointments may be chairs if recommended by the department and approved by the dean of The Graduate School. M.A. and M.S. Degrees Supervisory Committee. Unless otherwise approved by the dean of The Graduate School, a supervisory committee consisting of three faculty members is appointed no later than the second quarter of graduate work. If a graduate student's preliminary work is deficient, the supervisory committee may require supplementary undergraduate courses for which no graduate credit is granted. Program of Study. A candidate's program of study must consist of not less than 18 credit hours of course work, excluding thesis, in the selected field of study. In addition, 12 to 18 hours of course work are elected. All course work counted toward the degree must be approved by the student's supervisory committee. Faculty Consultation, course number 698. does not count toward thesis hours or fulfillment of degree requirements. Candidates for M.A. and M.S. degrees must devote a minimum of 45 credit hours to graduate courses (i.e.. courses numbered 500 and above) and thesis. At least 36 hours must be in resident study at the University of Utah A minimum of 30 hours must be in course work, with the balance in thesis hours or alternative to the thesis (when allowed by the department). Off-campus videoconference courses do not satisfy graduate resident study requirements. The candidate is required to maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA in course work listed on the Application for Admission to Candidacy for the Master's Degree. No graded work below C- is acceptable toward the degree; some departments further restrict C grades. Application for Candidacy. During the second quarter of graduate work, the stydent should file an Application for Admission to Candidacy for the Master's Degree with the chair of the supervisory committee. After completion of 75 percent of graduate course work, the formal Application for Admission to Candidacy for the Master's Degree should be reviewed by the supervisory committee, approved and then forwarded for approval of the dean. The application is due in the Graduate Records Office by the last day of the quarter preceding the quarter of graduation. Examinations. M.A. and M.S. students are required to take a comprehensive oral and/or written examination conducted by the supervisory committee. A supervisory committee may waive this examination for students who have passed an undergraduate comprehensive examination in their graduate field with a grade equivalent to 3.0 or higher. Each department establishes its own policy regarding whether the master's comprehensive examination is required early in the student's program as a qualifying examination, or at the conclusion of course work as a final comprehensive examination, or both. However, the comprehensive examination should not be combined with the thesis defense (the final oral examination). Registration. Thesis candidates must register for a minimum of nine credit hours of Thesis Research (course number 697) and at least three credit hours per quarter from the time of formal admission to a graduate program until all requirements for the degree, including the final oral examination (thesis defense), are completed. Nonthesis candidates must be registered for at least three credit hours per quarter from the time of formal admission to a graduate degree program until all requirements for the degree, including the defense of the final project, paper or final examination are completed Thesis and nonthesis candidates must meet this registration requirement unless they have an official leave of absence. See Minimum Continuous Registration and Leaves of Absence elsewhere in this section of the catalog. Language Requirement. Candidates for the M.A. degree must be certified by the Department of Languages and Literature as having demonstrated "standard proficiency" in at least one foreign language. However, departments may establish additional language requirements for the M.A. degree. There is no universitywide foreign language requirement for the M.S. degree, but departments may establish their own language requirement. The major department determines the foreign language in which each candidate is required to demonstrate competence The form for language certification (Language Verification Form) is available in the Department of Languages and Literature. For additional information, see also Language Proficiency Requirements elsewhere in this section of the catalog. Thesis. Normally each candidate presents a research thesis on a subject in the field of the major department. It must represent from nine to 15 credit hours of the work completed for the degree. Before giving final approval of the thesis, the supervisory committee schedules a public oral examination at which the candidate must satisfactorily defend the thesis. At least three weeks before the final oral examination (thesis defense), the student should submit an acceptable thesis draft to the committee chair: committee members should receive copies at least two weeks before the examination date Thesis Regulations. Regulations governing the form and distribution of the thesis and abstract and the use of restricted data are determined by The Graduate School and published in A Handbook for Theses and Dissertations, available in the Thesis Office for $4. The format of the thesis must be approved by the thesis and dissertation editor of The Graduate School, 208 Building 44. Thesis Alternatives. Alternatives to the thesis are permitted in some departments. The supervisory committee of the student completing a nonthesis master's degree must sign and submit the Report of the Final Project for the Master's Degree or the Report of the Final Examination or Certification of Completion for the Nonthesis Master's Degree form to the Graduate Records Office. This form is due by the last day of the quarter in which the student expects to graduateSEE PAGE 7 FOR ABBREVIATIONS LIST GRADUATE STUDY 25 Final Examination. Both thesis and nonthesis candidates must pass a final oral examination conducted by the supervisory committee. Time Limit. All work for the master's degree must be completed within four consecutive calendar years. On recommendation of the student's supervisory committee, the dean of The Graduate School can modify or waive this requirement in meritorious cases. M.Phil. Degree The Master of Philosophy degree requires the same qualifications for admission and scholarly achievement as the Ph.D. degree except that it does not require a doctoral dissertation. There is no separate program for this degree. All regulations covering the Ph.D. degree with respect to supervisory committees, language requirements, major and allied fields, and qualifying examinations apply to the M.Phil. degree. This degree, like the Ph.D., is a terminal degree; a student is not considered a candidate for both degrees in the same department. Students awarded a M.Phil. degree who wish to pursue a doctorate in the same department must have their M.Phil. rescinded by formal action of the Graduate Council. This action must be initiated by a written recommendation from the department and a written request from the student. Ph.D. Degree The Doctor of Philosophy degree is awarded for high achievement in an advanced specialized field of study. It requires competence in independent research and an understanding of related subjects. This degree is not awarded simply for the fulfillment of residence requirements and the accumulation of credits. Supervisory Committee. A committee normally composed of five faculty members is appointed to supervise a student's graduate work. One or more members of the supervisory committee are appointed from another department when such appointments enhance the ability of the committee to supervise the student's work. The supervisory committee is responsible for approving the student's academic program, preparing and judging the qualifying examinations, approving the dissertation subject and final dissertation, and administering and judging the final oral examination (dissertation defense). The chair of the supervisory committee normally directs the student's research and writing of the dissertation. The final oral examination may be chaired by any member of the supervisory committee consistent with departmental policy. Decisions concerning program requirements, examinations and the dissertation are made by majority vote of the supervisory committee. Supervisory committee members should be members of the University faculty, including regular, visiting, adjunct, clinical and research faculty. They should hold an academic or professional doctorate and have demonstrated competence to do research, scholarly or artistic work in the student's general field. Appointments to graduate supervisory committees of persons who do not meet these requirements must be recommended and justified by the director of graduate studies of the department and approved by the dean of The Graduate School. It is the student's responsibility to initiate a request for a supervisory committee. The department chair or director of graduate studies, depending on departmental policy, appoints committee members, one of whom is designated as chair, subject to approval by the dean of The Graduate School, Program of Study. Candidates for the Ph.D. degree must ordinarily complete no fewer than three full years (nine quarters) of approved graduate work (i.e.. courses numbered 500 and above), inclusive of work for the M.A. or M.S. degrees. More time may be required. In truly exceptional cases, a shorter period of time in graduate work may be approved by the dean of The Graduate School. If a supervisory committee finds a graduate student's preliminary work deficient, the student may be required to register tor and complete supplementary courses that do not carry graduate credit. Ph.D. candidates must file the Program ol Study form, which lists course work and research hours, in the Graduate Records Office. This form is due by the last day of the quarter preceding the quarter of graduation. The form should not be filed until approximately 75 percent of the course work is completed, Residency. At least one year (i.e., three consecutive quarters) of the doctoral program must be spent in full-time academic work at the University of Utah. Nine credit hours per quarter is considered full-time. Off-campus videoconference courses may not be used to satisfy any part of this residence requirement. Qualifying Examination. Written and oral qualifying (preliminary) examinations are required of each student. The nature and format of these examinations are established by individual departments subject to approval by the Graduate Council. An examination or parts of an examination may be repeated only once and only at the discretion of the student's supervisory committee. Qualifying examinations normally are prepared, administered and evaluated by a student's supervisory committee. However, a department has the option of appointing a departmental examination committee that administers the qualifying examinations and ensures that examinations are properly prepared and evaluated. Registration. The candidate must register for at least of 20 hours of thesis research (course number 797, Thesis Research; Ph.D.) and be regularly enrolled at the University for three or more credit hours during the quarter in which the final oral examination (dissertation defense) is taken. For details, see Minimum Continuous Registration, above. Language Requirement. Whether foreign language proficiency is required of candidates is determined by departmental policy. When such proficiency is required, it must be verified by the Department of Languages and Literature on the basis of special examinations or academic courses completed in the language. In some instances, language proficiency may be verified by individual departments if appropriate procedures have been approved in advance by the dean of The Graduate School. In most cases, however, fulfillment of language requirements must be verified by the Department of Languages and Literature. See also Language Proficiency Requirements elsewhere in this section of the catalog. Dissertation. The candidate must submit a dissertation embodying the results of scientific or scholarly research or artistic creativity. It must provide evidence of originality and the ability to do independent investigation, and must contribute to knowledge or the creative arts. The dissertation must show a mastery of the relevant literature and be presented in an acceptable style. The style and format are determined by departmental policy and registered with the thesis and dissertation editor, who approves individual dissertations in accordance with departmental policy. The dissertation is approved by the student's supervisory committee. At least three weeks before the final oral examination (dissertation defense), the student should submit an acceptable draft of the dissertation to the chair of the supervisory committee; committee members should receive copies at least two weeks before the examination date. The doctoral dissertation is expected to be available to other scholars and to the general public. It is the responsibility of all doctoral candidates to arrange for the publication of their dissertations. The University accepts three alternatives for complying with the publication requirements: 1. The entire dissertation may be published and distributed by a publisher of the candidate's choice, exclusive of vanity publishing; 2 The entire dissertation may consist of an article or articles accepted for publication In scholarly journals that have been approved by the dean of The Graduate School; 3. The dissertation may be microfilmed by University Microfilms and copies made for public sale Regardless of the option used for meeting the publication requirement, an abstract of each dissertation is published in University Microfilm's Dissertation Abstracts International. Detailed policies and procedures concerning publication requirements, use of restricted data, and other matters pertaining to the preparation and acceptance of the dissertation are contained in A Handbook tor Theses and Dissertations, published by The Graduate School and available for $3 in the Thesis Office. 208 Building 44 Final Examination. The student must pass a final oral examination before graduation. The examination must follow the receipt of the dissertation by the supervisory committee. The committee schedules and announces a public oral examination at which the candidate must defend the dissertation. This final oral examination may be chaired by any member of the supervisory committee consistent with departmental policy. Survey of Earned Doctorates. This form is distributed by the thesis editor to all students completing a doctoral dissertation. Students complete and return the form to the Thesis Office along with the final copies of the dissertation. The survey, conducted by the26 GRADUATE STUDY National Research Council, provides aggregate data used by the NSF. the NEH, the NIH. and other national and state government agencies. Time Limit. The time limit for completing the Ph.D. degree is determined by individual departments with the approval of the Graduate Council Requests to exceed established time limits must be recommended by a candidate's supervisory committee and approved by the departmental director of graduate studies and the dean of The Graduate School. Students whose studies have been interrupted for long periods and who have been granted an extension to complete their degrees may be required to complete additional courses, pass examinations or otherwise demonstrate that they are current in their field. Exceptions. Exceptions to the general requirements for the Ph.D. stated above must be approved by the dean of The Graduate School upon the recommendation of the student's supervisory committee and the respective director of graduate studies. Professional Degrees Students in the following professional degree programs should contact the college or school administering their degree for filing procedures for required forms. Also see Supervisory Committees (under Academic Degree Requirements) and Grading and Credit Policies elsewhere this section of the catalog Master's-level Degrees Accounting (M.Pr.A.) Candidates for the Master of Professional Accountancy degree must complete a specified core curriculum (all or part of which may be waived if equivalent course work was completed for a baccalaureate degree in accounting at an accredited college or university), plus at least 45 credit hours of additional work prescribed by the Graduate School of Business. A more detailed description of the program is available in a separate bulletin, Master of Professional Accountancy, available from the Graduate School of Business, See also Business in the Colleges section of this catalog Architecture (M.Arch.) The Graduate School of Architecture offers courses leading to the Master of Architecture degree Candidates for the M Arch degree must complete the prescribed courses in prearchitecture and the professional program, possess a baccalaureate degree and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 with no grade below C- Candidates must complete a master's project that demonstrates proficiency in architecture Candidates with a first professional degree in architecture may be admitted to a special research program. Admission policies of the Graduate School of Architecture conform to the standards and policies of The Graduate School. For information about the various avenues of entry into the program, see Architecture in the Courses section of this catalog Business Administration (M.B.A.) The Master of Business Administration degree is designed to prepare students for general management responsibility. The M.B.A. program, which focuses on the basic disciplines underlying managerial decision making, serves graduates from the liberal arts, science and engineering, as well as from business disciplines An executive M.B.A. program is offered to competent managers. See Business in the Colleges section of this catalog for more detailed information about the M.B.A, program. Joint Degrees. The M.B.A. may be combined with certain other degrees in joint programs that allow students to complete two degrees in two to three quarters less time than would be required to earn the degrees separately. Applicants for joint degrees must be approved by both colleges. The following joint degrees are available with the M.B.A.: law (M.B.A.-J.D.); architecture (M.B.A - M.Arch.); and mining engineering (M B A.-M.S.) Education (M.Ed.) The Master of Education degree is designed for teachers and others who want advanced preparation in a specific area of education and for those who wish to explore the social and intellectual contexts of contemporary schooling. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required for graduation with no individual grades below C-. In addition, students must pass a final oral and/or written examination. A thesis is not required. M.Ed., Educational Administration. The M Ed. in educational administration helps promising educators acquire concepts, skills and problem-solving approaches essential to effective performance in schools, colleges and similar settings. As a professional degree program, course work and other experiences develop both theoretical/conceptual understandings and clinical skills. A minimum of 50 credit hours of approved graduate work is required for the degree. The program consists of six components: Perspectives on Educational Administration, Social and Behavioral Science Foundations of Education, Core of Administrative Learnings, Functional Specialization, Personal Development and Master's Seminar. Upon successful completion of the degree program, candidates may also be eligible for the Utah Basic Administrative/Supervisory Certificate. Students are admitted yearly and usually begin course work autumn quarter The program is structured for school practitioners; consequently, all required courses are offered during the evening hours or summer. Requirements for admission are: (1) GRE or MAT scores. (2) professional references. (3) undergraduate GPA of 3.0, either cumulative or for the last two years, and (4) GPA in previous graduate study of at least 3.25. For additional information, see Educational Administration in the Courses section of this catalog. M.Ed., Educational Studies. There are three main subspecialties: cultural and critical studies, curriculum, and teaching and learning strategies. A minimum of 51 credit hours of acceptable graduate work is required, including at least 30 hours in education fields and 12 hours in allied fields. For curriculum and course information, see Educational Studies in the Courses section of this catalog. M.Ed., Special Education. Advanced graduate work and certification are available in mild to moderate handicaps or severe handicaps. Emphasis areas within the mild through severe continuum include learning disabilities, behavior disorders, gifted education, severely handicapped transition programming for mildly and severely handicapped populations, transition administration, supported employment, and the study of professional practice. A minimum of 50 credit hours of acceptable graduate work is required for the degree, including at least 12 hours in academic fields outside the major department The remaining hours consist of courses approved by the candidate's supervisory committee Students also must pass a qualifying written examination, obtain clinical experience, and complete a professional paper related to their specialization. For curriculum and course information, see Special Education in the Courses section of this catalog. Engineering (M.E.) The Master of Engineering is a nonthesis degree intended for those who wish to do work beyond the B.S degree in engineering but who are not interested in pursuing the research-oriented M.S. degree As such, it is typically a terminal degree for professional engineers. The degree is administered by selected departments in the College of Engineering and College of Mines and Earth Sciences, following the general guidelines that apply to the M.S. degree. Candidates must complete a minimum of 45 credit hours of approved course work in engineering and allied fields with at least a 3.0 GPA. No grade below C- is accepted toward the degree. A minimum of 36 of these hours must be taken at the University of Utah. All work must be completed within four consecutive calendar years, unless an extension is granted by the dean of the college in which the degree is being sought. For additional information, see Engineering, and Mines and Earth Sciences in the Colleges section and individual departments in the Courses section of this catalog Fine Arts (M.F.A.) The Master of Fine Arts degree is offered in the departments of Art. Ballet. English (creative writing), Modern Dance and Theatre. Admission policies and programs of study required for the M.F.A. conform to standards and practices of The Graduate School. A two- year residency and minimum of 60 to 72 graduate credit hours (determined by the department) are required for the M F.A. degree. A maximum ot 15 hours may be granted for the M.F.A. thesis Candidates mustSEE PAGE 7 FOR ABBREVIATIONS LIST. GRADUATE STUDY 27 meet all course requirements and demonstrate proficiency in their respective fields of concentration. Depending on the department, candidates for the M.F.A. must also fulfill a thesis or nonthesis project requirement. For details, see Art, Ballet, Modern Dance and Theatre in the Courses section and Fine Arts in the Colleges section of this catalog. M.F.A. in Creative Writing. Four quarters in residence at the University of Utah are required for the M.F.A. in creative writing (Department of English). Candidates must complete at least 60 credit hours of graduate work (including 12 thesis hours), pass an examination on a literary genre, display a reading knowledge of one foreign language, and complete, as a thesis, a book-length work of fiction or poetry. For additional curriculum and course information, see English in the Courses section of this catalog, Human Resource Management (M.H.R.M.) Candidates for the Master of Human Resource Management degree must complete a business core curriculum (all or part of which may be waived if equivalent course work was completed for a baccalaureate degree in any area of business at an accredited college or university), plus at least 48 credit hours of additional work prescribed by the Graduate School of Business. A detailed program description is available from the Graduate School of Business. See Business in the Colleges section of this catalog for admission and degree requirements. Languages-Teaching (M.A.T.) The Master of Arts in Teaching degree is offered through the Department of Languages and Literature. Students may select French. German or Spanish as the major language; other languages taught in the department are available by special arrangement. M A T. candidates must complete 24 credit hours in general linguistics and second- language methodology and 24 hours in the literature, culture and civilization of the major ianguage The latter may be satisfied in part by appropriate courses in allied disciplines such as history, political science, anthropology, fine arts and other approved areas. M A T. candidates may also receive a TESOL certificate by taking two additional ESL courses, e.g., ESL Methods and ESL Materials Development, Law (LL.M.) The College of Law offers an advanced Master of Laws degree in energy law for students who wish to pursue graduate research in the legal aspects of energy, environment and natural resources. A prior law degree (typically the J.D.) is required for admission to the program. Approximately six candidates are selected each year by the College of Law based on their academic performance, experience in energy fields and potential for graduate research work. A total of 24 law credit hours and satisfactory completion of a thesis are required for the degree. At least half of the 24 credits involve thesis research. The remaining credits are taken in graduate course work in law or other colleges of the University. For additional information, contact the Energy Law Center in the College of Law, Music (M.Mus.) The Master of Music degree is offered in music composition, music education, music history and literature, music theory, conducting and performance. Admission policies and the program of study required for the M.Mus. degree conform to standards and practices of The Graduate School. At least 45 graduate credit hours are required. Candidates must meet all course requirements and demonstrate proficiency in their respective fields of concentration. Depending on the program, candidates must also fulfill a thesis or nonthesis project requirement. Admission to the program is by examination or audition before the faculty of the major area. Placement examinations in music theory, music history and, if appropriate, music education also are required of all students except continuing University of Utah music students. For admission and course information, see Music in the Courses section of this catalog. Public Administration (M.P.A.) The Master of Public Administration degree is offered by the Department of Political Science and administered by the Center for Public Policy and Administration. Course work is divided between the core (36 to 39 credit hours) and the area of concentration (21 to 23 hours). An internship for preservice students (four or more hours and involving six months of full-time employment) and a research paper (three hours) also are required. With committee approval, a student may write a thesis (nine hours) that substitutes for six hours of course work in the area of concentration and the three-hour research paper. Waivers for up to eight hours in core courses and the internship are allowable with the approval of the student's supervisory committee. Reasons for waivers must be based upon the student's prior or current related experience or education. Student Advising. Initial advising is by the M.P.A. program director. During the first or second quarter of enrollment, a supervisory committee that represent two departments (one of which must be Political Science) should be formed. The committee approves completion of prerequisites, approves waivers to program requirements, gives general guidance, approves the internship, evaluates the internship work, approves elective course work in the specialty, administers the comprehensive examination, directs and approves the research paper or thesis, and administers the oral defense. Application tor Candidacy. At least one quarter before the planned graduation date, students should file with the chair of their supervisory committee an Application tor Admission to Candidacy lor the Master 's Degree Applications must be approved by the student's supervisory committee and the dean of The Graduate School. Examinations. A comprehensive examination (written or oral) and an oral defense of the research paper or thesis are required. Both are administered by the supervisory committee. Research Paper or Thesis. Each candidate for the M P A, degree must complete an approved research paper or thesis. The thesis is subject to the regulations of The Graduate School governing form and distribution. Internship. Candidates for the M.P.A. degree are expected to complete a six-month, full-time, paid internship or its equivalent in a public administrative capacity. The internship gives students experience in their chosen fields and speeds the transition from student to practitioner. The internship should provide a test of knowledge acquired during course work and expose the student to the dynamics of administration. It should help the student learn about opportunities, personal preferences for work environment and professional expectations. Finally, it should give the student experience in formulating and analysing public policy. The supervisory committee must approve the internship placement, which must be in a government agency, government-related organization, or private or public nonprofit organization. The Internship should begin after the student has completed 20 to 25 credit hours in the M.P.A program. Students who come to the M P A. program with significant previous related experience may petition the supervisory committee for a waiver of the internship requirement. ("Significant" is defined as at least one year of full-time professional employment at a level comparable to internships normally administered through the Center for Public Policy and Administration.) Time Limit. The M P A. degree can be completed in two consecutive full-time calendar years. However, students may take up to four consecutive calendar years to complete the degree requirements. Extensions must be approved by the supervisory committee and dean of The Graduate School, Executive M.P.A. The executive M.P.A. degree is tailored to the unique learning needs of experienced administrators in public and not-for-profit agencies. The program emphasizes the link between public administration theory and contemporary practice. Students progress through the program as a cohort, taking all classes over a 23-month period. The Capstone Seminar includes a workshop in Washington, D C. Joint Degrees. Joint Degrees with the M.P.A. are available in the following areas educational administration (M P A.-Ed.D. and M.P.A.-Ph.D.); social work (M.P.A.-Ph.D.); law (M.P.A.-J.D ); Middle East studies (M.P.A.-M.A). An emphasis option is available in health services administration. For additional information, see Public Administration in the Courses section of this catalog; for course descriptions, see Political Science in the Courses section. Social Work (M.S.W.) The Graduate School of Social Work offers courses leading to the degree of Master of Social Work. Admission policies and program requirements conform to standards and28 GRADUATE STUDY practices of The Graduate School Candidates must: (1) spend the equivalent of two academic years in full-time residence. (2) complete a minimum of 90 credit hours of graduate course work and field work, (3) complete an approved research option, and (4) maintain not less than a 3.0 GPA with no individual grade below C-. With supervisory committee approval, a thesis submitted to The Graduate School may be substituted for the research option. A more detailed description of the program is available in the Bulletin of the University of Utah Graduate School of Social Work available from Social Work See also Social Work in the Colleges and Courses sections of this catalog Statistics (M.Stat.) The Master of Statistics is an interdepartmental degree administered by the University Statistics Committee. Areas of specialization are: biostatistics, econometrics, educational psychology, management and mathematics. See Family and Preventive Medicine, Economics. Educational Psychology, Management and Mathematics in the Courses section of this catalog; see also Business in the Colleges section. Admission. Qualifications for admission to the M Stat program are the same as those of The Graduate School. A one-year course in calculus, some knowledge of matrix theory and at least eight quarter hours in basic statistics are required Additional knowledge in specialized fields may be required. Admittance is limited by the availability of project advisers. Supervisory Committee. A supervisory committee of at least three members is appointed by the chair of the University Statistics Committee to aid each candidate in program preparation and to administer the comprehensive examination and final oral examination Program. Each candidate for the M.Stat. degree must take at least 45 credit hours of acceptable graduate work These hours must include Mathematics 507. 508. 509 and 607 In addition, at least 12 hours of methodology courses in the major discipline must be completed. Comprehensive Examination. All students must pass a comprehensive examination administered by the chair of the University Statistics Committee in conjunction with the student's adviser. Project and Final Oral Examination. The M Stat degree does not require a thesis; however, each student must complete a written report based on one or more statistics projects under the direction of the student's adviser. In addition, each student must pass an oral examination on the project(s). Doctoral-level Degrees Educational Administration (Ed.D.) The Doctor of Education in educational administration is a professional degree awarded for high scholarly achievement and practical competence in advanced educational problems. Students are expected to develop unusual skill in leading public discussion about education, managing educational institutions, and seeking solutions to contemporary educational problems. The degree is intended for those who seek important administrative positions in educational institutions. For additional curriculum and course information, see Educational Administration in the Courses section of this catalog Admission. The minimum requirements for admission to the doctoral program are: (1) GRE scores; (2) professional references; (3) a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, either cumulative or for the last two years, and (4) a minimum GPA of 3.25 in previous graduate study, Program. The Ed.D. is a three-year program. Students are organized in cohorts. During the first year of study, students take a seminar and application courses in three core areas. During the second year, students take a seminar and application courses in three areas of specialization. In addition, students must complete summer courses on principles and methods of research, attend a year-long seminar on ethics, and develop a major project. During the third year, students complete a clinical research study. The student's cumulative portfolios are subject to annual review. Residency. Minimum residency is three consecutive quarters of full-time study at the University. Nine hours per quarter is considered full time. Qualifying Examination. After completing their second year of study, the student compiles and presents a portfolio that represents all course work, including the clinical research study development course The supervisory committee reviews the portfolio to determine whether the student has achieved the knowledge and skill to independently conduct a clinical research study. Students are advanced to doctoral candidacy upon acceptance of their portfolios by their supervisory committees. Clinical Research Study. All students must complete a clinical research study generally directed either to analysis of an educational issue or policy, or solution of an educational problem. Final Examination. The student must pass a final oral examination at least three weeks before graduation and following submission of the portfolio (including a report of the clinical research study) to the supervisory committee. Joint Degree. A joint degree is offered with public administration (Ed.D.-M.P.A.). Electrical Engineer (E.E.) The Degree of Electrical Engineer is a two- year professional degree that requires a total of 90 credit hours in electrical engineering and allied fields beyond the B S. degree in electrical engineering. The courses in electrical engineering must be selected from the 500, 600 or 700 level. Classes in allied fields must not duplicate those required for graduation with a B.S, degree in electrical engineering and should be selected carefully to help achieve the candidate's professional goals. All course work must be approved by the student's supervisory committee. A special project, if one is selected, must be completed under the direction of the chair of the supervisory committee. Candidates with a B.S. degree in electrical engineering must complete 90 credit hours of course work or 72 hours of course work and a special project carrying up to 18 hours to obtain the degree Those holding an M.S. degree in electrical engineering must complete 45 hours at the University beyond the master's degree These 45 hours may be distributed as follows: (1) special project completed for a maximum of 18 hours, with the remaining hours in course work; (2) 45 hours in course work; (3) 30 hours in course work, with a maximum of 15 hours for a thesis completed as part of the degree requirements for the M.S. in electrical engineering. For curriculum information and course descriptions, see Electrical Engineering in the Courses section of this catalog. Exercise and Sport Science (Ed.D.) The Ed.D. in exercise and sport science is a professional degree awarded for high scholarly achievement and practical competence in advanced educational problems. It prepares candidates for leadership positions at all levels (instructional, supervisory and administrative) in a range of educational settings. The focus is on acquiring the intellectual, analytical and conceptual skills necessary for comf)etent, high-level educational and policy leadership Degree candidates are expected to demonstrate an ability to effectively apply knowledge to related practical and professional areas. The emphasis is on professional practice, rather than on research alone. Admission. The following are the minimum requirements for admission to the doctoral program: (1)GRE or MAT taken within the previous five years, (2) three personal references. (3) a graduate GPA of 3.3, and (4) a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent experience (recommended). Program. To satisfy the auxiliary discipline requirement, the student must fulfill a minor of 25 to 30 credit hours by completing in the Graduate School of Education: (1) a 12-hour block in one of 10 options in the college, and (2) 13 to 18 hours in any of the other nine options in the college. Also required are 15 to 18 hours of course work related to the candidate's stated educational and vocational goals, and two courses in statistics, measurement or research design to meet the research tool requirement. In addition, the candidate must qualify in one (18 hours) or two (nine hours in each) auxiliary disciplines approved by the supervisory committee. Residency. Minimum residency is three consecutive quarters of full-time study at the University. Nine hours per quarter is considered full time, Final Examination. The student must pass a final oral examination following submission of the dissertation to the supervisory committee Time Limit. Phase I: Admission to program, appointment of committee chair and members, and approval of program, Phase II: Completion of course work and comprehensive examination. Phase III: Graduate seminar, completion of dissertation and submission of an abstract to be published in the periodical Completed Research in Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. It isSEE PAGE 7 FOR ABBREVIATIONS LIST GRADUATE STUDY 29 recommended that Phase I be completed in one year and Phase II in two years. Phase III must be completed within four years ol completing Phase II. Health Education (Ed.D.) The Ed.D. in health education is a professional degree awarded for high scholarly achievement and practical competence. It prepares candidates for leadership positions in a range of settings where health educators practice. The central preparation is in health education program planning and evaluation. Candidates are expected to demonstrate ability to apply their knowledge effectively and to measure the outcomes of professional efforts and programs. Admission. The minimum requirements for admission to the doctoral program are: (1)a GRE score of 1,000 or an MAT score of 51, (2) a graduate cumulative GPA of 3.2, (3) three letters of recommendation, (4) a 500-word personal goals statement, and (5) two years of professional experience. Program. Candidates for the Ed.D. should plan their programs of study in the following proportions: approximately 60 percent (80 to 90 credits) in health education (the major) and approximately 20 percent (27 to 30 credits) in the minor. The minor is satisfied by selecting one 12-credit-hour block from among 10 options in the Graduate School of Education. The remaining 20 percent of the course work should be in auxiliary disciplines. Any graduate course approved by the student's supervisory committee that helps fulfill academic and professional objectives (including the removal of deficiencies) may be used to satisfy this requirement. Residency. Minimum residency is three consecutive quarters of full-time study at the University of Utah. Nine hours per quarter is considered full time. Final Examination. The student must pass a final oral examination following submission of the dissertation to the supervisory committee. Time Limit. Phase I: Admission to the Program, appointment of the committee chair and members, and program approval. Phase II: Completion of course work ana the comprehensive examination. The student is advanced to candidacy after completing Phases I and II Phase III: Completion of the dissertation. It is recommended that Phase I be completed in the first year. Phase III must be completed within four years of advancement to candidacy. Law (J.D.) The University of Utah College of Law is approved by the American Bar Association and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools Students fulfilling the College of Law requirements for graduation are awarded the Juris Doctor degree. For information about the J.D. degree Program, see Law in the Colleges and bourses sections of this catalog. Medicine (M.D.) The curriculum leading to the Doctor of Medicine degree is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education. The University Hospital is accredited by the Joint Committee on Accreditation of Hospitals. The graduate medical education programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education and its associated residency review committees. For information about the degree program, see Medicine in the Colleges section of this catalog; see also individual medical specialties in the Courses section. Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) The Doctor ot Pharmacy is the advanced professional practice degree in pharmacy, with an emphasis on clinical practice. A candidate for the degree ordinarily spends a minimum of two calendar years (eight academic quarters) in the Health Sciences Center and at affiliated facilities. The program involves intensive course work, clerkships and research. For additional information, see Pharmacy in the Colleges section of this catalog. Program. Required are a minimum of 119 credit hours of graduate-level course work, with at least a 3.0 GPA and no individual grade below C-. Eight consecutive academic quarters in residence normally are required. A concurrent residency in clinical pharmacy practice also must be completed. Admission to Candidacy. Candidates normally hold a B.S. or Bachelor of Pharmacy degree. Exceptional students may enter the program following successful completion ol two years of prepharmar.y and two years of the professional curriculum. A minimum GPA of 3.0 normally is required. Applications must be submitted by January 3 for admission in July. Recreation and Leisure (Ed.D.). The Ed.D in recreation and leisure is a professional degree awarded for high scholarly achievement and practical competence in advanced educational problems It prepares candidates for leadership positions at all levels (instructional, supervisory and administrative) in a range of educational settings. The focus is on acquiring the intellectual, analytical and conceptual skills necessary for competent, high-level educational or policy leadership. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to apply their knowledge to related practical and professional areas. The emphasis is on both professional practice and research. Admission. The following are the minimum requirements for admission to the doctoral program; (1) a GRE score of 1,000 or an MAT score of 51, (2) three letters of reference, (3) a graduate GPA of 3.2. (4) a minimum of two years of full-time-equivalent experience, (5) acceptable responses to critical analysis questions, and (6) a resume of work experience Program. To satisfy the auxiliary discipline requirement, the student must fulfill: (1)a minor of 25 to 30 credit hours by completing in the Graduate School of Education a 12-hour block in one of 10 options and 13 to 18 hours in any of 10 options; and (2) course work of 15 to 18 hours that fits logically into the student's stated educational and vocational goals Practicum. Students take six hours of Recreation and Leisure 686, Leadership and Clinical Practicum, for practical experience in teaching, supervision and/or administration. Residency. The minimum residency is three consecutive quarters of full time study at the University of Utah Nine hours per quarter is considered full time. Final Examination. The student must pass a final oral examination following submission of the dissertation to the supervisory committee. Time Limit. Phases I and II must be completed in four years. Phase III must be completed within four years of completing Phase II. Phase I: admission to program, appointment of committee chair (before third quarter), appointment of committee (before fifth quarter), approval of program, substantial completion of core courses, commencement of other course work. Phase II: substantial completion of course work, qualifying examination, colloquy. Phase III dissertation, public defense of dissertation.