D. candidates must complete their program within an eight year period. Approval for candidacy. Application for degree. All programs require some professional education courses. Most programs require some area specialization courses.
All programs leading to degrees require admission to candidacy for the degree.
Advancement to candidacy indicates that the faculty has judged that the applicant's academic performance appears to be worthy of the degree and the student may continue to fulfill the remaining requirements, as specified by the faculty, for the degree. To be considered for candidacy, the individual must make written application to the Graduate Education Committee of the School of Education. The Graduate Education Committee will determine whether the applicant's academic performance and other pertinent characteristics are appropriate to professional performance. A recommendation is made by the Committee to the Graduate Council of the University for final decision. Continuous Assessment Students in the Master of Arts in Teaching program are assessed at various stages in their program.