The thesis must be approved by the student's faculty adviser and department chair. A comprehensive examination is re Detailed instructions for thesis preparation are available in the office of the Dean. Non-Thesis Programs Students following a program without thesis must pass a comprehensive examination designed and administered by the department. D. degree is awarded in recognition of distinguished attainment in a particular field of education and human development, as evidenced by examination and by a dissertation or doctoral study presenting results of independent research. General requirements are listed below.
Many departments have additional requirements.
Not more than 60 hours out of the 72 hours may be taken in courses offered within a particular specialization. Not every academic program at Peabody can be accomplished within the minimum hours required. Students may apply 42 hours of master's and post-master's course work toward the Ed. D. degree program. A minimum of 42 hours must consist of new course work taken at Peabody while enrolled as an Ed.