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Apr 23, 2024
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2016-2017 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Appendix P
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Process to Add a Thesis Option to a Currently Approved Nonthesis-Option Master’s Degree Program
A. Submission and Approval Process
- proposal submitted to the dean of the Graduate School from the head of the academic unit and endorsed by the academic dean
- administrative review by the Graduate School (A revised proposal may be requested.)
- proposal forwarded to the appropriate Graduate Council area committee for review and recommendation to the council
- Graduate Council makes recommendation on approval to the dean of the Graduate School
- dean of the Graduate School provides final approval
B. General Proposal Format
- Cover Page (sample below)
- Proposal, excluding resumés, normally not to exceed 10 pages in length must include the following:
- rationale for offering the thesis option
- admission and degree requirements (Include a sample plan of study.)
- evidence for the sustainability of the thesis option (market analysis) and the expected outcomes of the thesis-option program
- graduate faculty participating in the program (Include a brief resumé of each faculty member.)
- description of required resources (Indicate additional resources, beyond current levels, required for program implementation, including additional personnel, space, and other fiscal needs.)
Adding a Thesis Option to a Currently Approved Nonthesis-Option Master’s Degree Program
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