Course Programs

Programs leading to the Master of Arts degree include a research component not required in the M.Ed. programs.  The research component is completed under Plan A by registration in ED 599 and the submission of a satisfactory thesis, and under Plan B by the submission of a satisfactory research essay. The thesis or essay must be closely related to the candidate’s chosen program.  (See page 12 for a general description of Plan A and Plan B.)

Candidates approved for Plan A must register for ED 599 in the semester in which the thesis is to be completed.

Ordinarily, the thesis, which carries six hours of credit, is substituted for two elective courses.

Candidates approved for Plan B may not substitute the essay for course work.

Course requirements for the M.A. degree parallel those for the M.Ed. degree.

Candidacy evaluation and review takes place after the student has completed the required core courses. Procedures for the evaluation and review are available in the department office.