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Phone Numbers & Address If, after reading this Catalog, students have further questions or specific inquiries about the programs of, or admission to, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, they may look below to find the proper office to contact. Correspondence may be addressed to any of the offices by following this format: The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Attn: Department or College 9201 University City Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28223-0001 INFORMATION Campus Operator/Switchboard .......... 704-687-8622(UNCC) Academic Affairs ............................................. 704-687-5717 Academic Services .......................................... 704-687-7227 Admissions Undergraduate .......................................... 704-687-5507 Graduate ................................................... 704-687-5503 International .............................................. 704-687-5503 Summer School ......................................... 704-687-3058 Adult Students and Evening Services ............... 704-687-2596 Athletics .......................................................... 704-687-4937 Bookstore ........................................................ 704-687-7050 Center for Graduate Life ................................. 704-687-5661 Colleges Arts + Architecture .................................... 704-687-4841 Business .................................................... 704-687-7577 Computing and Informatics ....................... 704-687-8450 Education .................................................. 704-687-8722 Engineering ............................................... 704-687-8244 Graduate School ....................................... 704-687-5503 Health and Human Services ...................... 704-687-8374 Liberal Arts & Sciences .............................. 704-687-0088 Continuing Education ...................................... 704-687-8900 Counseling Center ........................................... 704-687-0311 Dean of Students ............................................. 704-687-0345 Dining Services and Meal Plans ...................... 704-687-7337 Disability Services ........................................... 704-687-4355 Distance Education ......................................... 704-687-3008 Financial Aid ................................................... 704-687-5504 Graduate Center ............................................. 704-687-8763 Health Center .................................................. 704-687-7400 Housing and Residence Life ............................ 704-687-7501 ID Office ......................................................... 704-687-7337 International Programs .................................... 704-687-7755 Library ............................................................ 704-687-2030 Parking ............................................................ 704-687-0161 Recreational Services ...................................... 704-687-0430 Registrar .......................................................... 704-687-5505 Student Accounts ............................................ 704-687-5506 Student Activities/Student Union ..................... 704-687-7100 Transcripts ...................................................... 704-687-5505 EMERGENCY NUMBERS Campus Police -- Emergency ................ 704-687-2200 or 911 Non-Emergency Calls ............................ 704-687-8300 Inclement Weather Hotline ............................. 704-687-1900 Acknowledgements This Catalog was prepared and published by the Office of Academic Affairs in July2012. Its goal is to provide a comprehensive, accurate, and useful catalog, which fully describes the academic programs, policies, regulations, and requirements of the University. Although the publisher of this Catalog has made every reasonable effort to attain factual accuracy herein, no responsibility is assumed for editorial, clerical or printing errors, or errors occasioned by mistakes. The publisher has attempted to present information that, at the time of preparation for printing, most accurately describes the course offerings, faculty listings, policies, procedures, regulations, and requirements of the University. However, it does not establish contractual relations. The University reserves the right to alter or change any statement contained herein without prior notice. We request that omissions and inaccuracies be brought to the attention of the Editor, as well as any suggestions and comments on the presentation and content. Catalog Editing Eric A. Klee, Catalog Editor and Web Content Manager eklee@uncc.edu Cover Cover Image and Design by Eric A. Klee Featured in Image: Bioinformatics Building, Spring 2011 Commencement (inset) University Photography (interior images) Wade Bruton, University Photographer Publication Information Font Type: Optima Graduation Rate Disclosure Statement Our data show that 58.5% of the full-time new freshmen who entered UNC Charlotte in Fall 2005 have received a baccalaureate from this institution or another UNC institution as of Fall 2011. In addition, another 6.9% were enrolled at this or another UNC institution in pursuit of their baccalaureate degree as of Fall 2011. This information is provided pursuant to requirements of the Student-Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act of 1990. Copyright 2012 The University of North Carolina at Charlotte All rights reserved. Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Vol. IX http://catalog.uncc.edu THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, or disability. In keeping with this commitment, UNC Charlotte actively seeks to promote diversity in its educational environment through its recruitment, enrollment, and hiring practices. UNC CHARLOTTE 9201 UNIVERSITY CITY BOULEVARD CHARLOTTE, NC 28223 www.uncc.edu Dear Students, Welcome to UNC Charlotte, North Carolina’s urban research university. Whatever degree you are pursuing, UNC Charlotte is committed to providing you with the resources and support necessary to complete your educational journey. The expertise of our dedicated faculty, support of our staff, and the many resources and services available will help you meet your personal and professional goals. You are joining the Niner Nation at an exciting time. The University enrolled more than 25,300 students this year, including more than 5,000 graduate students. Further, UNC Charlotte recently surpassed yet another marker of our maturation—there are now more than 100,000 living UNC Charlotte alumni, and there are almost as many ways for them to stay connected to the University. With the opening of UNC Charlotte Center City, UNC Charlotte now has a visible presence in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. The iconic, 11-story Center City building, located at Ninth and Brevard streets, houses a number of our continuing education and graduate programs. We also continue to prepare for the 2013 kickoff of the inaugural UNC Charlotte football season. I hope to see you when the Charlotte 49ers take the field for the first time at home against Campbell University on August 31, 2013. Indeed, the University and the greater Charlotte region provide a diverse and dynamic environment in which to study, live and work. You won’t have to look far to find unique educational and recreational opportunities. I encourage you to become engaged in the life of the University by taking advantage of the countless activities on and off campus, including special interest student organizations, leadership and volunteer opportunities, cultural events, and intramural sports and athletics. Thank you for making UNC Charlotte your university. Go Niners! Cordially, Philip L. Dubois Chancellor We are pleased you have chosen UNC Charlotte for your graduate studies. If this is your first year at UNC Charlotte, welcome to our great campus! If you are returning, we are pleased to welcome you back. Our University is constantly changing, and you are a part of that change. The reputation of any great school is based in large part on the success of its students, and we are dedicated to supporting yours. Our distinguished graduate faculty are here to provide you with a quality education that will open doors for you. If we do our job right, your education will be intellectually challenging. If you do your job right, these years at UNC Charlotte will lay the groundwork for an exciting and satisfying future. Remember that there is more to graduate education than coursework and lab work. Be sure to take advantage of the many opportunities our campus offers from connecting with distinguished visiting scholars from around the world to programs in leadership and professional development offered through the Center for Graduate Life. Our graduate programs continue to expand both in size and number. As we continue to grow, we look forward to your continuing to grow with us as a person, scholar, and future alumnus/alumna. I wish you great success in your studies. Sincerely, Joan F. Lorden Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Table of Contents Introduction .................................................................. 5 Degree Programs ........................................................... 7 The University ............................................................. 11 The Graduate School ................................................... 18 University Regulation of Student Conduct ................... 30 Code of Student Academic Integrity ........................ 30 Code of Student Responsibility ................................ 31 Illegal Drugs and Alcohol Abuse ............................. 34 Smoking on University Property .............................. 36 Noble Niner Code .................................................. 37 Degree Requirements and Academic Regulations ........ 38 Registration ............................................................. 38 Course Descriptions ................................................ 44 Course Load ........................................................... 44 Classroom Attendance and Policies ......................... 44 Grading and Related Policies .................................. 45 Academic Standing ................................................. 47 Disciplinary Suspension .......................................... 50 Master’s Degree Requirements ................................ 50 Ph.D. Degree Requirements .................................... 52 Ed.D. Degree Requirements .................................... 54 Graduate Certificate Requirements .......................... 56 Academic Records and Transcripts .......................... 57 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act .............. 57 Financial Information .................................................. 59 College of Arts + Architecture ..................................... 70 Architecture ............................................................ 70 Music ..................................................................... 90 College of Business, Belk ............................................. 93 Accountancy .......................................................... 95 Business Administration .......................................... 98 Economics ............................................................ 116 Mathematical Finance ........................................... 121 Real Estate and Development ................................ 124 College of Computing and Informatics ...................... 129 Bioinformatics and Genomics ............................... 130 Computer Science ................................................ 141 Computing and Information Systems ..................... 152 Health Informatics ................................................ 167 Information Technology ........................................ 176 College of Education ................................................ 182 General Graduate Courses in Education ................ 184 Arts Education ...................................................... 187 Child and Family Studies: Early Education ............. 193 Counseling ........................................................... 198 Curriculum and Instruction ................................... 210 Curriculum and Supervision .................................. 217 Educational Leadership ......................................... 222 Elementary Education ........................................... 228 Foreign Language Education ................................. 238 Instructional Systems Technology.......................... 244 Middle Grades and Secondary Education .............. 249 Reading Education ................................................ 258 School Administration ........................................... 260 Special Education ................................................. 264 Teaching English as a Second Language ................ 279 College of Engineering, The William States Lee.......... 286 Civil and Environmental Engineering ..................... 287 Construction and Facilities Management ............... 295 Electrical Engineering ............................................ 299 Energy and Electromechanical Systems ................. 313 Engineering Management ...................................... 314 Fire Protection and Administration ........................ 318 Infrastructure and Environmental Systems ............. 323 Mechanical Engineering ....................................... 340 College of Health and Human Services ...................... 340 Clinical Exercise Physiology.................................. 341 Health Administration ........................................... 343 Health Services Research ...................................... 347 Nursing ................................................................ 353 Public Health ........................................................ 371 Social Work .......................................................... 376 College of Liberal Arts & Sciences ............................. 383 Africana Studies .................................................... 384 Anthropology ........................................................ 386 Biology ................................................................. 390 Chemistry ............................................................. 398 Cognitive Science ................................................. 403 Communication Studies ........................................ 406 Criminal Justice .................................................... 410 Earth Sciences ....................................................... 413 English .................................................................. 421 Ethics and Applied Philosophy .............................. 432 Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies .............. 436 Geography............................................................ 438 Gerontology ......................................................... 453 Health Psychology ................................................ 457 History ................................................................. 462 Latin American Studies ......................................... 466 Liberal Studies ...................................................... 469 Mathematics and Statistics .................................... 471 Nanoscale Science ............................................... 487 Optical Science and Engineering .......................... 491 Organizational Science ......................................... 499 Physics ................................................................. 503 Psychology ........................................................... 507 Public Administration ........................................... 516 Public Policy ........................................................ 527 Religious Studies ................................................... 537 Sociology ............................................................. 540 Spanish ................................................................. 544 The Graduate Center ................................................. 550 Adult & Community College Education (NCSU) .... 550 Student Resources and Services ................................. 552 Academic Services ................................................ 552 Auxiliary Services ................................................. 555 Dean of Students .................................................. 558 Educational Services ............................................. 559 Environmental Facilities and Services .................... 561 Health, Wellness, and Counseling Services ........... 561 Housing ................................................................ 562 International Programs .......................................... 563 Performing Arts ..................................................... 565 Research ............................................................... 566 Safety ................................................................... 570 Sports and Recreation ........................................... 571 Student Activities .................................................. 572 University Advancement ....................................... 574 Directory ................................................................... 576 Glossary .................................................................... 612 Index ......................................................................... 623 Campus Map ............................................................. 630 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Academic Calendar 2012-2013 UNC Charlotte’s academic year is divided into three terms: Fall, Spring, and Summer. FALL 2012 Aug 15 Academic year begins Aug 20 First day of instruction Aug 25 First day for Saturday classes Sep 1 No Saturday classes Sep 3 HOLIDAY: Labor Day Oct 8-9 Student recess Nov 5 Registration for Spring 2013 begins Nov 21-24 HOLIDAY: Thanksgiving Dec 5 Last day of instruction Dec 6 Reading day Dec 7-14 Final examinations* Dec 15 Fall Commencement SPRING 2013 Jan 9 First day of instruction Jan 12 First day for Saturday classes Jan 21 HOLIDAY: M.L. King, Jr. Day Mar 4-9 Spring Break Mar 25 Registration for Summer 2013 and Fall 2013 begins Mar 29-30 Spring Recess Apr 27 Final examinations for Saturday classes* Apr 30 Last day of instruction May 1 Reading day May 2-9 Final examinations* May 10 Ceremony Day May 11 Spring Commencement May 14 Academic year ends SUMMER 2013 May 20 - Jun 26 First Summer Term May 20 - Aug 10 Extended Summer Term May 27 HOLIDAY: Memorial Day Jun 27-28 No classes Jul 1 - Aug 8 Second Summer Term Jul 4 HOLIDAY: Independence Day *Common Examinations held on the first day of exams. Please note: All dates are subject to change. A complete list of dates and deadlines is available online from the Office of the Registrar at registrar.uncc.edu/calendar. Please check this site for the most current information. AUGUST 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 SEPTEMBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 OCTOBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 NOVEMBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 DECEMBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 JANUARY 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 FEBRUARY 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 MARCH 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 APRIL 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 MAY 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 JUNE 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 JULY 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Introduction 5 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Introduction Reader’s Guide to the Graduate Catalog The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Graduate Catalog (hereby referred to as the “Catalog”) is published annually every Spring for the following academic year, which begins in the Fall. It is also available online at catalog.uncc.edu. This Catalog is divided into three sections. The first section contains information about the academic calendar, the graduate programs offered, admission to The Graduate School, student conduct, degree requirements and academic regulations, and financial information, including tuition and fees and financial aid. The second (or curriculum) section describes the University’s academic programs in detail. The section is organized in alphabetical order by the six academic colleges, followed by each individual program, including related courses and their descriptions. The third and final section contains information about student life on campus, academic resources, and student services, as well as a faculty directory and glossary of higher education terminology. Rounding out this section is an index which is helpful in locating a topic quickly. What’s New This Year New graduate programs and catalog sections that appear for the first time in this Catalog include: • M.S. in Health Informatics • M.S. in Real Estate • M.A. in Counseling - Addiction Counseling Specialization • M.B.A. Concentration in Business Analytics • Ed.D. in Adult and Community College Education (in conjunction with North Carolina State University) • Fifth Year Program whereby students simultaneously pursue baccalaureate and master’s degrees • Glossary of higher education terminology • Graduate Center section • History of the University Seal 6 Introduction UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Catalog Policies and Disclaimers The UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog is not an irrevocable contract. Regulations published in it are subject to change by the University at any time without notice. University regulations are policy statements to guide students, faculty, and administrative officers in achieving the goals of the institution. Necessary interpretations of these policies will be made by the appropriate authorities with the interest of the students and the institution in mind. Students are encouraged to consult an advisor if they have questions about the application of any policy. The University reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the University at any time, including those relating to admission, instruction, and graduation. The University also reserves the right to withdraw curricula and specific courses, alter course content, change the calendar, and to impose or increase fees. All such changes are effective as proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students, but also to those who are already enrolled in the University. The requirements specified in this Catalog apply to students who commence their studies at the UNC Charlotte during the 2012-2013 academic year and who remain in continuous enrollment at the institution until they graduate. If requirements are changed, students may elect to comply with the new requirements or to remain under the requirements by which they are governed at the time of the change. The choice to apply the new requirements must be declared by students at least one semester prior to graduation through their academic departments. Students who change their major/minor are bound by the requirements of their new major/minor that are in effect the semester they officially begin studies in the new program. Students who are readmitted to the University are bound by the program and degree requirements in force at the time of readmission. Exceptions to these policies may be necessitated by changes in course offerings, degree programs, or by action of authorities higher than the University. In that event, every effort will be made to avoid penalizing the student. Student Responsibility Each student is responsible for the proper completion of his or her academic program, for familiarity with the Catalog, for maintaining the grade point average required, and for meeting all other degree requirements. Students assume academic and financial responsibility for the courses in which they enroll and are relieved of these responsibilities only by formally terminating enrollment. The advisor will counsel, but the final responsibility remains that of the student. A student is required to have knowledge of and observe all regulations pertaining to campus life and student behavior. Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with academic terminology located in the Glossary section of this Catalog. Email is the official form of communication at the University; each student is responsible for checking their uncc.edu email regularly, as well as maintaining communication with the University and keeping a current address and telephone number on file with the Office of the Registrar. While associated with the University, each student is expected to participate in campus and community life in a manner that will reflect credibly upon the student and the University. The University has enacted two codes of student responsibility --The UNC Charlotte Code of Student Academic Integrity and The UNC Charlotte Code of Student Responsibility -- which are summarized in this Catalog and available in full online at legal.uncc.edu/chapter-400. As students willingly accept the benefits of membership in the UNC Charlotte academic community, they acquire obligations to observe and uphold the principles and standards that define the terms of UNC Charlotte community cooperation and make those benefits possible. This includes completion of institutional surveys as requested by the University for program assessment and improvement. Degree Programs 7 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Graduate Degree and Non-Degree Programs COLLEGE AND PROGRAM DEGREE Certificate Master's Doctorate College of Arts + Architecture Architecture MArch Art Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Dance Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Music - Violin Graduate Music – Vocal Pedagogy Graduate Theatre Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Urban Design MUD Belk College of Business Accountancy MACC Business Administration MBA PhD Economics MS Mathematical Finance (interdisciplinary) MS MBA Plus Post-Master’s Organizational Science (interdisciplinary) PhD Real Estate Graduate MSRE College of Computing and Informatics Advanced Databases and Knowledge Discovery Graduate Bioinformatics MS Bioinformatics and Computational Biology PhD Bioinformatics Applications Graduate Bioinformatics Technology Graduate Computer Science MS Computing and Information Systems PhD Game Design and Development Graduate Health Informatics (interdisciplinary) MS Healthcare Information Technology (interdisciplinary) Graduate Information Security and Privacy Graduate Information Technology MS Management of Information Technology Graduate 8 Degree Programs UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 COLLEGE AND PROGRAM DEGREE Certificate Master's Doctorate College of Education Art Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Child & Family Studies Graduate MEd Counseling PhD Counseling - Addiction Counseling MA Counseling - Clinical Mental Health Counseling MA Counseling – School Counseling Post Master’s MA Curriculum and Instruction (interdisciplinary) PhD Curriculum and Supervision Post-Master’s MEd Dance Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Educational Leadership EdD Elementary Education Graduate MEd, MAT Elementary School Mathematics Graduate Foreign Language Education French Graduate MAT German Graduate MAT Spanish Graduate MAT Instructional Systems Technology Graduate MEd Middle Grades Education English/Language Arts Graduate MEd, MAT Mathematics Graduate MEd, MAT Science Graduate MEd, MAT Social Studies Graduate MEd, MAT Play Therapy Graduate Reading, Language, and Literacy MEd School Administration Post-Master’s MSAD Secondary Education Comprehensive Science Graduate MEd, MAT English Graduate MA, MAT Mathematics Graduate MA, MAT Social Studies Graduate MEd, MAT Special Education PhD Academically Gifted Graduate MEd Adapted Curriculum Graduate MEd, MAT Autism Spectrum Disorders Graduate General Curriculum Graduate MEd, MAT Substance Abuse Counseling Graduate Teaching English as a Second Language Graduate MEd, MAT Theatre Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate The William States Lee College of Engineering Engineering, General MSE Civil Engineering MSCE Construction and Facilities Management MS Electrical Engineering MSEE PhD Engineering Management MS Fire Protection and Administration M Infrastructure and Environmental Systems (interdisciplinary) PhD Mechanical Engineering MSME PhD Degree Programs 9 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 COLLEGE AND PROGRAM DEGREE Certificate Master's Doctorate College of Health and Human Services Clinical Exercise Physiology MS Community Health Promotion Graduate Health Administration MHA Health Services Research (interdisciplinary) PhD Health Informatics (interdisciplinary) MS Healthcare Information Technology (interdisciplinary) Graduate Public Health MSPH Social Work MSW School of Nursing Nurse Anesthesia Across the Lifespan Post-Master’s MSN Nursing – Advanced Clinical Nursing Adult Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s MSN Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing MSN Nurse Practitioner Across the Lifespan Post-Master’s MSN Nursing – Systems/Population Nursing Nurse Administrator Graduate MSN Nurse Educator Graduate MSN Community/Public Health Nursing MSN College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Africana Studies Graduate Anthropology MA Arts Administration Graduate Biology MA, MS PhD Chemistry MS Cognitive Science Graduate Communication Studies Graduate MA Criminal Justice MS Earth Sciences MS Emergency Management Graduate English MA English Education MA Ethics & Applied Philosophy Graduate MA Gender, Sexuality, & Women’s Studies Graduate Geography MA PhD Gerontology Graduate MA Health Psychology (interdisciplinary) PhD History MA Infrastructure and Environmental Systems (interdisciplinary) PhD Latin American Studies MA Liberal Studies MA Mathematical Finance (interdisciplinary) MS Mathematics MS Mathematics, Applied MS PhD Mathematics Education MA Nanoscale Science (interdisciplinary) PhD Nonprofit Management Graduate Optical Science & Engineering MS PhD Organizational Science (interdisciplinary) PhD Physics, Applied MS Psychology-Clinical & Community MA Psychology-Industrial & Organizational MA 10 Degree Programs UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 COLLEGE AND PROGRAM DEGREE Certificate Master's Doctorate College of Liberal Arts & Sciences (continued) Public Administration MPAD Public Budgeting and Finance Graduate Public Policy PhD Religious Studies MA Sociology MA Spanish MA Technical/Professional Writing Graduate Translating/Translation Studies (Spanish) Graduate Urban Management and Policy Graduate Graduate Center Adult and Community College Education* EdD *These degrees are not offered by UNC Charlotte. They are offered by other UNC system institutions. However, classes are taught on the UNC Charlotte main campus by faculty from these institutions. The University 11 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 The University northcarolina.edu uncc.edu The University of North Carolina In North Carolina, all the public educational institutions that grant baccalaureate degrees are part of the University of North Carolina (UNC). The multi-campus state university system encompasses 16 such institutions, as well as the NC School of Science and Mathematics, the nation’s first public residential high school for gifted students. Chartered by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1789, the University of North Carolina was the first public university in the United States to open its doors and the only one to graduate students in the eighteenth century. The first class was admitted in Chapel Hill in 1795. For the next 136 years, the only campus of the University of North Carolina was at Chapel Hill. Additional institutions of higher education, diverse in origin and purpose, began to win sponsorship from the General Assembly beginning as early as 1877. Five were historically black institutions, and another was founded to educate American Indians. Some began as high schools. Several were created to prepare teachers for the public schools. Others had a technological emphasis. One is a training school for performing artists. The 1931 session of the General Assembly redefined the University of North Carolina to include three state-supported institutions: the campus at Chapel Hill (now the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill), North Carolina State College (now North Carolina State University), and Woman's College (now the University of North Carolina at Greensboro). The new multi-campus University operated with one board of trustees and one president. By 1969, three additional campuses had joined the University through legislative action: the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Asheville, and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. In 1971, legislation was passed bringing into the University of North Carolina the state's ten remaining public senior institutions, each of which had until then been legally separate: Appalachian State University, East Carolina University, Elizabeth City State University, Fayetteville State University, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, North Carolina Central University, the North Carolina School of the Arts (now the University of North Carolina School of the Arts), Pembroke State University (now the University of North Carolina at Pembroke), Western Carolina University, and Winston-Salem State University. In 1985, the NC School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) was declared an affiliated school of the University; in July 2007, NCSSM by legislative action became a constituent institution of the University of North Carolina. All the schools and universities welcome students of both sexes and all races. The UNC Board of Governors is the policy-making body legally charged with "the general determination, control, supervision, management, and governance of all affairs of the constituent institutions." It elects the president, who administers the University. The 32 voting members of the Board of Governors are elected by the General Assembly for four-year terms. Former board chairmen and board members who are former governors of North Carolina may continue to serve for limited periods as non-voting members emeriti. The president of the UNC Association of Student Governments or that student's designee is also a non-voting member. Each of the UNC campuses is headed by a chancellor who is chosen by the Board of Governors on the 12 The University UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 president's nomination and is responsible to the president. Each university has a board of trustees consisting of eight members elected by the Board of Governors, four appointed by the governor, and the president of the student body, who serves ex officio. (The UNC School of the Arts has two additional ex officio members; and the NC School of Science and Mathematics has a 27-member board as required by law.) Each board of trustees holds extensive powers over academic and other operations of its campus on delegation from the Board of Governors. In addition to its teaching role, the University of North Carolina has a long-standing commitment to public service. The UNC Center for Public Television, the UNC Health Care System, the cooperative extension and research services, nine area health education centers, and myriad other University programs and facilities reap social and economic benefits for the state and its people. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte UNC Charlotte is one of a generation of universities founded in metropolitan areas of the United States immediately after World War II in response to rising education demands generated by the war and its technology. To serve returning veterans, North Carolina opened 14 evening college centers in communities across the state. The Charlotte Center opened Sept. 23, 1946, offering evening classes to 278 freshmen and sophomore students in the facilities of Charlotte’s Central High School. After three years, the state closed the centers, declaring that on-campus facilities were sufficient to meet the needs of returning veterans and recent high school graduates. Charlotte’s education and business leaders, long aware of the area’s unmet needs for higher education, moved to have the Charlotte Center taken over by the city school district and operated as Charlotte College, offering the first two years of college courses. Later the same leaders asked Charlotte voters to approve a two-cent tax to support that college. Charlotte College drew students from the city, Mecklenburg County and from a dozen surrounding counties. The two-cent tax was later extended to all of Mecklenburg County. Ultimately financial support for the college became a responsibility of the State of North Carolina. As soon as Charlotte College was firmly established, efforts were launched to give it a campus of its own. With the backing of Charlotte business leaders and legislators from Mecklenburg and surrounding counties, land was acquired on the northern fringe of the city and bonds were passed to finance new facilities. In 1961, Charlotte College moved its growing student body into two new buildings on what was to become a 1,000-acre campus 10 miles from downtown Charlotte. Three years later, the North Carolina legislature approved bills making Charlotte College a four-year, state-supported college. The next year, 1965, the legislature approved bills creating the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the fourth campus of the statewide university system. In 1969, the university began offering programs leading to master’s degrees. In 1992, it was authorized to offer programs leading to doctoral degrees. Today, with an enrollment ranking it fourth among the 17 schools in the UNC system, it is the largest public university in the greater Charlotte metropolitan region. A doctoral institution, UNC Charlotte serves the region through applied research, knowledge transfer and engaged community service. More than 900 full-time teaching faculty comprise the University’s academic departments, and the 2011 Fall enrollment exceeded 25,000 students, including almost 5,000 graduate students. Mission Statement Approved by the Board of Governors on November 20, 2009. UNC Charlotte is North Carolina’s urban research university. It leverages its location in the state’s largest city to offer internationally competitive programs of research and creative activity, exemplary undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, and a focused set of community engagement initiatives. UNC Charlotte maintains a particular commitment to addressing the cultural, economic, educational, environmental, health, and social needs of the greater Charlotte region. In fulfilling this mission, we value: • Accessible and affordable quality education that equips students with intellectual and professional skills, ethical principles, and an international perspective. The University 13 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 • A strong foundation in liberal arts and opportunities for experiential education to enhance students’ personal and professional growth. • A robust intellectual environment that values social and cultural diversity, free expression, collegiality, integrity, and mutual respect. • A safe, diverse, team-oriented, ethically responsible, and respectful workplace environment that develops the professional capacities of our faculty and staff. To achieve a leadership position in higher education, we will: • Implement our Academic Plan and related administrative plans. • Rigorously assess our progress using benchmarks appropriate to the goals articulated by our programs and in our plans. • Serve as faithful stewards of the public and private resources entrusted to us and provide effective and efficient administrative services that exceed the expectations of our diverse constituencies. • Create meaningful collaborations among university, business, and community leaders to address issues and opportunities of the region. • Develop an infrastructure that makes learning accessible to those on campus and in our community and supports the scholarly activities of the faculty. • Pursue opportunities to enhance personal wellness through artistic, athletic, or recreational activities. • Operate an attractive, environmentally responsible and sustainable campus integrated with the retail and residential neighborhoods that surround us. The Colleges UNC Charlotte’s largest academic units are its colleges. Each consists of smaller units called schools, departments, or programs. College of Arts + Architecture The College of Arts + Architecture combines the Departments of Architecture, Art and Art History, Dance, Music, and Theatre disciplines to collaborate, expand programs, reach new audiences, research and develop a new generation of leaders. Belk College of Business The College of Business offers outstanding business education programs in a variety of disciplines in Charlotte, one of the country's fastest-growing cities and one of the most exciting financial services centers in the world. The Belk College is one of the largest business programs in the Carolinas. College of Computing and Informatics The College of Computing and Informatics is a recognized leader for competitive, innovative and market-responsive computing and informatics education. They develop focused, trend-setting research excellence with national and international recognition, and are recognized as the leader and go-to place for partnerships and collaborations. College of Education The College of Education offers undergraduate programs in Child and Family Development, Elementary, Middle Grades, Special Education, and Secondary Education with a variety of concentrations available. Students prepare for the challenging, meaningful, and rewarding careers of teaching, counseling, and educational leadership. The William States Lee College of Engineering The College of Engineering is a community of students, faculty, and industry partners who study, design, research and build together. From the bachelor's to the doctoral level, College of Engineering students participate in experiential, hands-on projects while learning to visualize, design, create, build and apply. College of Health and Human Services The College of Health and Human Services is comprised of the Departments of Kinesiology, Public Health Sciences, and Social Work, and the School of Nursing, with a focus on achieving excellence in teaching, research and service. The college offers graduate and undergraduate degrees and certificate programs. College of Liberal Arts & Sciences The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences is the oldest and largest college within the University. It serves half the undergraduate majors with a host of programs in the humanities, physical sciences, and social sciences. It is an academic community engaged in advancing the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge in the traditional areas of liberal arts and sciences and in emerging areas of study. As a community focused on learning and teaching, the college is guided by a commitment to humanistic values and ethical conduct, by a creative and entrepreneurial frame of mind, and by an awareness of the global context in which the University exists. 14 The University UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 University Structure UNC Charlotte is organized into four administrative divisions: Academic Affairs, Business Affairs, Student Affairs, and University Advancement. These divisions, as well as Athletics, Legal Affairs, and Internal Audit, all report to the Chancellor. Academic Affairs The Division of Academic Affairs includes Academic Services; Enrollment Management; Information and Technology Services; International Programs; Library; Metropolitan Studies and Extended Academic Programs; Research and Economic Development; The Graduate School; University College; and seven discipline-based colleges: the Colleges of Arts + Architecture, Business, Computing and Informatics, Education, Engineering, Health and Human Services, and Liberal Arts & Sciences. Business Affairs The Division of Business Affairs includes Business Services; Environmental Health and Safety Office, Facilities Management; Financial Services; Human Resources; Policy and Public Safety; Risk Management, Safety, and Security; and Systems Development. Student Affairs The Division of Student Affairs includes departments and services which assist students through every aspect of their education, as well as providing social opportunities. Included are offices and services such as the Counseling Center, Dean of Students, Housing and Residence Life, Recreational Services, Student Activities, Student Health Center, and the Student Union. University Advancement The Division of University Advancement includes Broadcast Communications, Public Relations, and Marketing, which serve as UNC Charlotte's primary contact with members of the news media and external audiences. They are responsible for communicating information that promotes the people, programs, news, and events of UNC Charlotte. Marketing is also responsible for implementing an integrated communications and marketing plan for the University, including the University website. Additionally, this division includes the Offices of Alumni Affairs, Community Affairs, Constituent Relations, and University Development. Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action The University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes a moral, economic, and legal responsibility to ensure equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, gender (except when gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability (except when making accommodations for physical or mental disabilities would impose undue hardship on the conduct of University business), or veteran status. This policy is a fundamental necessity for the continued growth and development of this University. Nondiscriminatory consideration shall be afforded applicants and employees in all employment actions including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, placement, transfer, layoff, leave of absence, and termination. All personnel actions pertaining to either academic or nonacademic positions to include such matters as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoffs, University-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs shall be administered according to the same principles of equal opportunity. Promotion and advancement decisions shall be made in accordance with the principles of equal opportunity, and the University shall, as a general policy, attempt to fill existing position vacancies from qualified persons already employed by the University. Outside applicants may be considered concurrently at the discretion of the selecting official. The University has established reporting and monitoring systems to ensure adherence to this policy of nondiscrimination. Affirmative Action Our philosophy concerning equal employment opportunity is affirmed and promoted in the University's Affirmative Action Plan. To facilitate UNC Charlotte's affirmative action efforts on behalf of disabled workers, veterans (including veterans of the Vietnam Era), individuals who qualify and wish to benefit from the Affirmative Action Plan are invited and encouraged to identify themselves. This information is provided voluntarily, and refusal of employees to identify themselves as veterans or disabled persons will not subject them to discharge or disciplinary action. Unless otherwise required by law, the information obtained will be kept confidential in the manner required by law, except that supervisors and managers may be informed about The University 15 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 restrictions on the work or duties of disabled persons and about necessary accommodations. Discriminatory Personal Conduct The University seeks to promote a fair, humane, and respectful environment for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, University policy explicitly prohibits sexual harassment, racial harassment, and all other personal conduct which inappropriately asserts that sex, race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, disability, age, or ancestry are relevant to consideration of individual worth or individual performance. The same policies provide procedures for the informal or formal resolution of instances where such behavior is suspected or alleged. The policies have received wide distribution and are available for inspection in all administrative offices on campus as well as online at legal.uncc.edu/chapter-500. Accreditation UNC Charlotte is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of UNC Charlotte. The following questions, comments, and complaints should be directed to the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools: 1) to learn about the accreditation status of the institution 2) to file a third-party comment at the time of the institution’s decennial review 3) to file a complaint against the institution for alleged non-compliance with a standard or requirement Other inquiries about the institution such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to the institution and not to the Commission’s office. Graduate School The University is a member of the Council of Graduate Schools, the Conference of Southern Graduate Schools, and The North Carolina Conference of Graduate Schools. College of Arts + Architecture The Bachelor of Architecture and Master of Architecture are accredited professional degree programs as recognized by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). College of Business The programs in business and accounting are accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. College of Education The University’s professional education programs for BK-12 teachers, counselors, and administrators are approved by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Counseling programs in Counselor Education are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). College of Engineering The civil, computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET; and the civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering technology programs are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org. College of Health and Human Services The baccalaureate and master’s programs in the School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, 202-887- 6791. The BSN program is approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. The Nursing Anesthesia program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Education Programs (COA). The Bachelor of Athletic Training program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) through October 2018. Both the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science program and the Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) through January 2014. The Master of Health Administration program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). The Public Health Programs (BSPH and MSPH) in the Department of Public Health Sciences are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) through June 2014. 16 The University UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 College of Liberal Arts & Sciences The Department of Chemistry is on the approval list of the American Chemical Society. The Public Relations program within the Department of Communication Studies is certified by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The Master of Public Administration program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA). The Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The Campus Main Campus The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is the largest institution of higher education in the Charlotte region and is a genuine urban university. The main campus is in University City, one of the fastest growing areas of the Charlotte region, located off WT Harris Boulevard on NC 49 near its intersection with US 29, and only eight miles from the interchange of Interstates 85 and 77. Campus facilities are comprised of contemporary buildings, including many constructed in the past ten years and more on the way. In addition to classrooms and well-equipped laboratories, the University offers arts and athletic facilities, dining facilities, and residence accommodations. The campus is designed for the pedestrian, and facilities are generally accessible to students with disabilities. Center City The University also has a substantial presence in Charlotte Center City, as it offers select upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses and a variety of continuing personal and professional development programs at its UNC Charlotte Uptown location. Classes are scheduled for the convenience of persons employed in or living near the central business core of the city. Students in UNC Charlotte’s MBA program, other graduate programs, and continuing education programs attend classes in the Center City Building in Uptown Charlotte at the corner of Brevard and Ninth streets. The facility has 143,000 total square feet for offices and academic programs in graduate, professional, and continuing education. The 49ers The nickname, the 49ers, was chosen in recognition of the importance of the year 1949 in the history of the University. UNC Charlotte, which began as an off-campus center of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, would have died in 1949 had Bonnie Cone and her supporters not convinced the N.C. Legislature that Charlotte needed a permanent college. Charlotte College was established that year. Additionally, the campus is located on N.C. Highway 49, and Charlotte has a rich gold mining history -- the term "49ers" symbolizes gold mining. A bronze statue of the 49ers Gold Miner sits in front of the Reese Administration building on campus. The statue recalls the region's history as a gold mining center and symbolizes the pioneering spirit and determination that has led to UNC Charlotte's dramatic growth. University Logo UNC Charlotte's logo has become one of the Charlotte region's most distinctive insignia. The logo is suggestive of a "crown," reminiscent of Queen Charlotte of England, for whom the city of Charlotte is named. The crown emphasizes UNC Charlotte’s relationship with the Queen City, alludes to academics with shapes that resemble an open book, and exudes excellence with a torch-like shape at the top, which can also be interpreted as the top of a graduation cap. University Seal UNC Charlotte became the fourth campus of the University of North Carolina in July of 1965. In the fall of 1965, the new UNC Charlotte seal was chosen by a committee of students (the three upper-class presidents), three faculty members, and the school publicity director, who served as chair. Final approval was given by Acting Chancellor Bonnie Cone. UNC Charlotte seal’s elements are: the modern arches (the tulip design from the canopy of the Kennedy Building) at the top to symbolize that this is a twentieth century university; two Cs in the middle to represent Charlotte College, from which the new campus sprang; and the pine The University 17 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 cone at the bottom for the Old North State [land of the longleaf pine]. The date on the seal is 1946, the year in which the institution began as the Charlotte Center of the University of North Carolina. Alma Mater UNC Charlotte's Alma Mater has deep roots in the institution's history. It was part of an "Academic Festival March" composed for UNC Charlotte by James Helme Sutcliffe, a Charlotte composer and music critic who lived in Germany at the time. Dr. Loy Witherspoon, professor of religious studies, commissioned the March in 1965 when he learned that Charlotte College would become a campus of The University of North Carolina. The March was first performed in 1967 at the installation of Dean W. Colvard as UNC Charlotte's first chancellor. Afterwards, it was performed as a recessional at every Commencement during Dean W. Colvard's tenure as chancellor. When UNC Charlotte founder Bonnie Cone heard the March, she said, "I can hear an alma mater in it," referring to a hymn-like refrain. Dr. Robert Rieke, a professor of history, also heard an alma mater in it. On a 1990 trip to Germany, Rieke visited Sutcliffe, picked up a recording of the March, and began writing words to fit the final refrain. On Christmas Eve 1991, he sent Bonnie Cone the words and music as a Christmas present to her and to the University, from which he had retired a year earlier. Chancellor James H. Woodward approved the composition as the University's Alma Mater in April 1992. It was sung for the first time at the following May Commencement and has been performed at every Commencement since. 18 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 The Graduate School graduateschool.uncc.edu Associate Provost for Graduate Programs and Dean of the Graduate School: Dr. Thomas L. Reynolds Senior Associate Dean of the Graduate School: Dr. Susan M. Sell Associate Dean of the Graduate School: Ms. Johnna W. Watson Assistant Dean of the Graduate School: Dr. Katherine Hall-Hertel Director of the Graduate Center: Mr. Joshua Hertel Dean, College of Arts + Architecture: Mr. Kenneth A. Lambla Dean, Belk College of Business: Dr. Steven Ott Dean, College of Computing and Informatics: Dr. Yi Deng Dean, College of Education: Dr. Mary Lynne Calhoun Dean, The William States Lee College of Engineering: Dr. Robert E. Johnson Dean, College of Health and Human Services: Dr. Nancy Fey-Yensan Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences: Dr. Nancy A. Gutierrez The University of North Carolina at Charlotte was established in 1965 by the North Carolina General Assembly, which transformed Charlotte College, with beginnings in 1946, into a campus of The University of North Carolina. The Graduate School was established in 1985 with the appointment of the first Dean of the Graduate School, although graduate degree programs had been offered since 1969. Today, more than 800 members of the Graduate Faculty and approximately 5,000 graduate students participate in a broad array of graduate programs at the master's and doctoral levels and in graduate certificate programs. The executive and administrative affairs of the Graduate School are carried out by the Associate Provost for Graduate Programs and Dean of the Graduate School, who acts in cooperation with the deans of the seven disciplinary colleges of Arts + Architecture, Business, Computing & Informatics, Education, Engineering, Health & Human Services, and Liberal Arts & Sciences. Graduate Student Core Competencies Unlike undergraduate education, graduate education is intended to develop independent, specialized skills and knowledge in a particular academic discipline. Graduate students completing a master’s or doctoral degree should be able to claim competency in a range of skills, in addition to expertise in their academic discipline. The following “core competencies” are intended to reflect the broad range of skills a graduate student at UNC Charlotte could expect to develop, depending on their specific program of study. The ways in which these competencies are taught or interpreted will vary by program and will reflect the expectations of the specific degree program in which the student is enrolled. 1) Communication: Graduate students at UNC Charlotte will further communication skills needed in order to effectively and persuasively write and speak in a variety of media and forums. This includes the preparation of scholarly and peer reviewed publications and grants, public speaking skills, facilitating group discussions, and facilitating positive interpersonal relationships through communication. 2) Leadership: Leadership skills are invaluable in academia and beyond. UNC Charlotte students will have wide ranging opportunities to develop the skills necessary in order to motivate, inspire, and manage others. The Graduate School will support the development of ethical, competent leaders in academia and practice, ensuring success in a variety of contexts. Mentorship, effective decision-making, problem solving and change management skills will be cultivated through graduate studies at UNC Charlotte. The Graduate School 19 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 3) Teaching and Instruction: Students who pursue careers in academia will be prepared to effectively teach in all types of settings, creating engaging learning environments. They will have an understanding of the challenges presented in inclusive classrooms, and they will master the skills needed to create dynamic learning in any environment. UNC Charlotte graduates seeking academic careers will be competent with the most current teaching methods and technologies, enabling them to stimulate critical, innovative, and interdisciplinary learning in others. 4) Personal and Professional Responsibility: The Graduate School not only values and emphasizes the importance of academic rigor and progress, but also the holistic development of students. Graduate students at UNC Charlotte will be committed to lifelong learning and remain active in the search for knowledge. Additionally, they will exhibit fair and ethical conduct both personally and professionally, and engage in opportunities to expand their understanding and appreciation for all forms of diversity. 5) Research and Scholarly Inquiry: Graduate Students at UNC Charlotte will gain the technical research and scholarship skills needed for success in their chosen academic program, while maintaining a fierce commitment to ethical practices. These skills will reflect the commitment to diverse ideas, academic collegiality, and to continued student learning—concepts inherent in an interdisciplinary environment. Graduate Council The Graduate Council, whose voting members are elected by the Graduate Faculty, reviews, develops, and makes recommendations concerning Graduate School policy. All curricular proposals and all criteria for membership on the Graduate Faculty come before the Graduate Council. In addition, the Graduate Council serves in an advisory capacity to the Dean of the Graduate School. Graduate Faculty In accordance with criteria developed by each graduate program or unit and approved by the Graduate Council, the Dean of the Graduate School appoints members of the Graduate Faculty for renewable terms. Members of the Graduate Faculty offer courses and seminars, mentor graduate students, and supervise research at an advanced level of scholarship. Graduate Program Directors Each graduate program, and in some cases certain program areas within a discipline, has a Graduate Program Director. This individual is a member of the Graduate Faculty and is responsible for coordinating various functions of the departmental graduate program. Directors assist students with understanding program requirements (along with the student’s specific advisor) and can answer program specific questions such as transfer credit, prerequisites, program specific admission requirements, etc. Graduate Programs Doctoral and Master’s Degree Programs UNC Charlotte offers 19 doctoral and 64 master’s degree programs. To be admitted to a degree program, an applicant must meet all the requirements for admission, be recommended for admission by the program in which he/she proposes to study and receive final approval for admission by the Graduate School. Acceptance into one graduate program does not guarantee acceptance into any other program. See the “Graduate Degree and Non-Degree Programs” section of this Catalog for a list of available programs. Graduate Certificate Programs Graduate certificate programs are mechanisms for students who wish to complete a coherent graduate program in a defined area. Students are admitted to a specific graduate certificate program and are advised by faculty in the unit offering the graduate certificate. Since the graduate certificate is not a degree, students may apply the credits earned in the certificate program toward a single degree that they pursue either concomitant with pursuing a graduate certificate or after the certificate has been awarded. [Please note: time to degree limits do apply.] Post-Baccalaureate (Non-Degree) Program Applicants seeking to take courses beyond the baccalaureate degree for license renewal, for transfer to another institution, as prerequisites for admission to a graduate degree program or for personal satisfaction may be admitted as post-baccalaureate/non-degree students. A post-baccalaureate student who is subsequently admitted to a graduate degree or certificate program may, with the recommendation of his/her advisor and the approval of the Graduate School, apply a maximum of six graduate credit hours acceptably completed in the post-baccalaureate status toward a degree. Readmission – All Students Post-baccalaureate/non-degree, graduate certificate, and degree-seeking students whose enrollment is interrupted will remain eligible to register for one 20 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 calendar year without having to reapply for admission to the University if they are in good standing and have not exceeded the four, six or eight-year limit for their academic program of study. After an absence of more than 12 months, the student’s matriculation will be closed and the student must apply for readmission; acceptance is subject to department, program, and Graduate School approval. Students whose enrollment is suspended or terminated for academic reasons should consult the description of the procedures outlined in the “Academic Standing” section of the Catalog. Students whose enrollment is suspended or terminated for disciplinary reasons must apply through the Admissions Review Committee; see the UNC Charlotte Code of Student Responsibility within this Catalog. Early-Entry to Graduate Programs See “Registration” under the Degree Requirements and Academic Regulations section of this Catalog for details. Fifth Year Program See “Registration” under the Degree Requirements and Academic Regulations section of this Catalog for details. Dual Undergraduate and Graduate Registration See “Registration” under the Degree Requirements and Academic Regulations section of this Catalog for details. Graduate Student Life Center for Graduate Life The Center for Graduate Life (CGL) is the hub of graduate student life on campus. Located in the Cone University Center, the CGL offers lounge space dedicated to graduate students, a state-of-the-art class room facility available for workshops and classes relevant to graduate students and administrative offices that serve graduate students. The Graduate School’s professional development offerings, teaching assistance, advocacy and other services are housed in the CGL. Doctoral students will find many services tailored to their needs, such as career advising, CV reviews, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. Post doctoral researchers are invited to use the Center and to attend events, such as the monthly ethics coffees. New Graduate Student Orientation The Graduate School conducts several University-wide orientation programs for new graduate and post-baccalaureate students during the course of the year. Information about the dates and times of these programs can be found online at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/orientation. Information on the Fall semester programs is also sent, beginning in July, directly to new students admitted for the Fall semester. All Graduate Teaching Assistants are required to attend a specific orientation program prior to the Fall semester as part of their assistantship contract. The orientation programs offer information about various University programs and services for graduate students; provide publications, including resources available to support graduate students academically and socially; various content workshops on issues relevant to graduate education and graduate student life; and provide opportunities for students to ask specific questions. Many of the individual graduate programs conduct discipline-specific orientation programs for their new graduate students. Degree students should contact their major department for information on programs that may be available. In addition, the International Student/Scholar Office (ISSO) conducts orientation sessions specifically designed for international graduate students. Student Involvement Students at UNC Charlotte are encouraged to participate in co-curricular activities. UNC Charlotte acknowledges that graduate students have many, many priorities in their lives. However, as with so many other aspects of one’s life, active involvement enhances the experience and helps individuals develop skills needed for professional success. Graduate students are encouraged to participate in student leadership at some point during their academic career. In particular, graduate students may hone skills that will be useful in a variety of academic and industry professions. An active student body contributes to the vibrant community of graduate students and scholars at UNC Charlotte, making graduate education more relevant to students across disciplines. Graduate and Professional Student Government The Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG) is the governing and primary organization for graduate students to present their needs to the University. The purpose of the Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG), according to the by-laws, is to serve as an appropriate voice on campus for graduate students, to meet the various needs of graduate students, and to establish a liaison The Graduate School 21 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 between graduate faculty, graduate students, and the University. All graduate students are members of the GPSG. In the spring of 1998, the Graduate Student Association successfully petitioned the student body through a referendum on the spring student body elections. The results of this referendum provided a significant change in the student body constitution and provided for the Graduate and Professional Student Government to become a separate governing body and representative organization for graduate students. In outlining the reasons for this separation, the GPSG cited the need for a GPSG office and the graduate student share of student activity fees to support: departmental graduate student associations, graduate student travel to read papers and present research at academic conferences, and developing a Graduate Student Research Fair. During the 1998-1999 academic year, GPSG began functioning as its own governing body. In the 1999- 2000 academic year, the recognition of current (and new) graduate student organizations and the funding of these groups, including the GPSG, became the responsibility of the Graduate and Professional Student Government. Since the inception of the GPSG in its current structure, the availability of student activity fees to graduate students directly have increased dramatically. With this new governing structure, the GPSG has been very successful in advocating for and supporting graduate student needs. An annual Research Fair competition was begun in the spring of 2001 to showcase and reward excellence in graduate student research across all disciplines. GPSG continues to be active in new graduate student orientation, encouraging and recognizing graduate student organizations and increasing the amount of student activity fee support for graduate students. Each graduate program has the opportunity to be represented on the GPSG senate. The GPSG Office is located in the Student Union, room 212Q. More information can be found online at gpsg.uncc.edu. Graduate Student Organizations There are a number of graduate student organizations directly associated with academic programs. These include: • Academy Health Graduate Student Chapter • American Society for Precision Engineering • Association of Biology Graduate Students (ABGS) • Association of Chemistry Graduate Students • Association of Nanoscience Graduate Students • CCI Grads • Charlotte Healthcare Executive Student Organization • Communication Studies Graduate Student Association (CSGSA) • Educational Leadership Graduate Student Council (EDLEAD-GSC) • Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduate Association • English Graduate Student Association (EGSA) • Gamma Theta Upsilon (Geography) • Graduate Business Association • Graduate History Association • Graduate Professional Student Government • Graduate Public Health Association • Graduate Public Policy Association • Graduate Social Work Association • Health Psychology Graduate Student Association • Industrial/Organizational Psychology Graduate Association • International Society for Optical Engineering (SPIE) • Master of Architecture Student Society (MASS) • Master of Public Administration Student Group (MPASG) • Mathematics Graduate Student Association • Mu Tau Beta (Counseling) • Multicultural Graduate Student Organization • Organizational Science Graduate Association • Sigma Phi Omega (Gerontology) • Urban Educators for Change Information on each group is available from the individual academic program department. Some groups have information available on the Student Organizations website at studentorgs.uncc.edu. Please see additional information on the various programs, offices and services at UNC Charlotte in the “Student Resources and Services” section of this Catalog. 22 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Admission to the Graduate School Admissions Information The University considers all applications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or religion. All relevant factors are considered, with major emphasis being placed on the academic history of the applicant. The intent of the Graduate School is to offer admission to those applicants whose credentials indicate a strong likelihood of success in their selected curricula. The University reserves the right to withhold or rescind the admission of an applicant who: (1) fails to meet any of the requirements for admission at the time of matriculation, (2) has failed to maintain satisfactory academic performance in their course of study prior to enrollment, or (3) has provided incorrect or misleading information on the Application for Admission and supporting document set. Additionally, meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to a graduate program and the University reserves the right to restrict enrollments when necessary because of budgetary or other constraints. Application Materials A separate application, processing fee, statement of purpose, recommendations forms, and transcripts must be submitted for each graduate program of study for which a student applies. Questions about the application process should be directed to: Office of Graduate Admissions UNC Charlotte 9201 University City Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28223-0001 Telephone: 704-687-5503 Fax: 704-687-3279 E-mail: gradadm@uncc.edu Web: graduateschool.uncc.edu Application Deadlines Students are encouraged to apply and to submit all supporting documents well in advance of the published priority deadlines. Some programs have earlier deadlines and may only admit students to a particular term. Please contact the department offering the program to which you are applying for specific deadline information and/or view the information online at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students. The Graduate School may alter the date for acceptance of applications without further notice in accordance with available resources and/or the enrollment limitation established by the North Carolina General Assembly or the University. Note that applications received or applications that become complete after the Graduate School’s priority deadlines may be processed on a space-available basis. Term of Entry: Application and Supporting Documents Should Be Submitted By the Following Priority Deadlines: Fall May 1 Spring October 1 1st & 2nd Summer Session April 1 Note: International students who intend to enroll on an F-1 or J-1 visa status should apply for admission before the priority deadlines, if possible. Application Processing Applicants apply for admission online; instructions and the application are available online at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Applications of US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, Asylees, and Refugees are processed as “domestic” applications. Applications of students on, or intending to be on, temporary visa/status in the USA (i.e. F-1, H-1, H-4 etc) as well as Pending Permanent Residents are processed as “international applications.” Applicants should follow application instructions accordingly. Application Processing Fee Submission of the online application for admission to graduate study requires online payment of the U.S. application fee by credit card. Note that the application fee may change and the amount required is accurately reflected in the application instructions available online. Application Status Applicants will receive an online confirmation of successful submission of their application for admission to graduate study. Applicants can monitor the status of their applications within the online system through which their application was submitted, utilizing the same username and pin number. The Graduate School 23 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 TYPES OF ADMISSION (For Doctoral Degrees, Master’s Degrees, and Graduate Certificates) Full Standing Applicants who meet the general requirements for admission to graduate study plus any additional requirements specified by the college or department of academic concentration for the degree sought will be admitted to full standing. Applicants to graduate programs who have not yet completed their undergraduate degree or who were admitted with unofficial transcripts will be allowed to register for one semester and can only continue after the Graduate School’s receipt of official final transcripts (and/or diploma/degree certificates) indicating the award of the baccalaureate (bachelor’s/undergraduate) degree from a regionally accredited institution or its equivalent. Students will have a maximum of one semester to enroll, after which time a hold will be placed on their accounts to prevent registration for future terms. Failure to submit the proper credentials during the first semester of enrollment will result in a hold on registration for subsequent terms. Deferment Policy An applicant who is admitted to a graduate program of study who fails to enroll for the term to which he/she has been admitted is presumed to have withdrawn his/her application. To be considered for admission to a future term, a person must submit a new application, which includes updated data, processing fee, statement of purpose, recommendation forms, and transcripts. Generally, official test scores are maintained on file in the Graduate School for one year. Applicants on, or intending to be on, F-1 or J-1 visa status will be required to provide updated proof of legal status and financial resources. Policy on Updating Applications Applicants who do not submit their supporting documentation in time to be considered for admission to the requested term must submit a new application which includes updated data, processing fee, statement of purpose, recommendation forms, and transcripts. Generally, official test scores are maintained on file in the Graduate School for one year. Students whose admission to UNC Charlotte was denied must reapply for admission to be considered for admission to a different term or program. GENERAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION Doctoral Degree Programs In order to be considered for admission to a doctoral program, an applicant must have a bachelor’s degree (or its US equivalent) from a regionally accredited college or university. Some programs admit baccalaureate (bachelor’s degree) students directly to the doctoral program, while others require applicants to have earned a master’s degree. To be admitted to a doctoral program after a master’s program, an applicant should have earned an overall grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) in the master’s degree program. To be admitted to a doctoral program after a bachelor’s program, an applicant should have earned an overall GPA of at least 3.0 in the bachelor’s degree program. Applicants must also be in good academic standing at the last institution of higher education attended. Applications generally consist of the items listed below, some of which are submitted online, some by mail by the applicant or by the issuing entity. Any materials submitted in support of an application for admission to graduate study become the property of the University and cannot be returned to the applicant. 1) The application form must be submitted online through the Graduate School’s application system. The online application system can be accessed via graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Submission of the application form requires payment of an application fee for domestic and international applicants, which is paid online by credit card; the fee is neither deductible nor refundable. 2) A Statement of Purpose (essay) must be submitted online as part of the application submission process. Applicants must upload the Statement of Purpose into their application record. The Statement of Purpose describes the applicant’s experience, objectives for undertaking graduate study and research interests, if known. [Note: Some graduate programs request specific items to be included in the Statement of Purpose. Applicants should check the department’s website or contact the department directly for further clarification on specific requirements related to the Statement of Purpose.] 3) At least three recommendation forms from persons familiar with the applicant’s personal, academic and/or professional qualifications. The 24 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 recommendation forms must be submitted via the online application system; letters of recommendation in support of an individual’s admission may also be uploaded directly to the online recommendation form. Recommendations sent to the Graduate School in any other format, including surface mail and email, will not be processed. 4) Official (officially certified) transcripts / mark sheets / degree certificates of all academic work attempted beyond high (secondary) school are required of all students offered admission who enroll at UNC Charlotte. For the application and admission processes, unofficial transcripts of each academic institution of higher education ever attended must be submitted (and should be uploaded directly to the online application); transfer credit posted on the records of other institutions is unacceptable and transcripts of these credits must be supplied. 5) Official agency reports of satisfactory test scores as specified in the section on graduate programs in this Catalog. GRE/GMAT scores are reportable from ETS for a period of five years from the date of the exam. Likewise, the Graduate School accepts GRE/GMAT scores which are up to five years old as part of the application process. GRE/GMAT scores older than five years are therefore not acceptable since they cannot be officially reported. Likewise, MAT scores more than five years old are not accepted. MCAT scores are accepted by some graduate programs and should be no older than five years. For additional information regarding test score requirements, please see the “Test Information” section of this Catalog. 6) Official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if English is not the applicant’s native language and he or she has not earned a post-secondary degree from a U.S. institution or graduated from an institution in an English-speaking country. Required is either a minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 220 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 557 on the paper-based TOEFL, or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS. Notes: 1) Applicants with records of high quality who do not fulfill these requirements should discuss with the Graduate Program Director other factors that may have a bearing on admission. Some programs have higher standards or additional admission requirements. Additionally, there may be prerequisites for certain programs and applicants should consult the Graduate Program Director to identify prerequisites. A separate application for admission is required for each graduate, post-baccalaureate, and certificate program of study at UNC Charlotte. 2) All applicants submitting transcripts and degree certificates from non-U.S. educational institutions should note that bachelor’s degrees awarded by non-U.S. schools may or may not be considered equivalent to the U.S. bachelor’s degree. Recipients of degrees that are not at least equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree may not be eligible for graduate study at UNC Charlotte. 3) International Students should see the “Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants” section of this Catalog for additional requirements. Master’s Degree Programs The applicant must possess at least a bachelor’s degree, or its US equivalent, from a regionally accredited college or university, and must have attained an overall grade point average of at least 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) on all of the applicant’s previous work beyond high school. If an applicant has earned or attempted a post-baccalaureate degree (i.e., a master’s, doctoral, or other), grades in that program will also be taken into consideration. Applicants must also be in good academic standing at the last institution of higher education attended. Applications generally consist of the items listed below, most of which are submitted online. Any materials submitted in support of an application for admission to graduate study become the property of the University and cannot be returned to the applicant. 1) The application form must be submitted online through the Graduate School’s application system. The online application system can be accessed via graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Submission of the application form requires payment of an application fee, which is paid online by credit card; the fee is neither deductible nor refundable. 2) A Statement of Purpose (essay) must be submitted online as part of the application submission process. Applicants must upload the Statement of Purpose into their application record. The Statement of Purpose describes the applicant’s experience and objectives for undertaking graduate study. [Note: Some graduate programs request specific items to be included in the Statement of Purpose. Applicants should check the department’s website or contact the department directly for further clarification on The Graduate School 25 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 specific requirements related to the Statement of Purpose.] 3) At least three recommendation forms from persons familiar with the applicant’s personal, academic and/or professional qualifications. The recommendation forms must be submitted via the online application system; letters of recommendation in support of an individual’s admission may also be uploaded directly to the online recommendation form. Recommendations sent to the Graduate School in any other format, including surface mail and email, will not be processed. 4) Official (officially certified) transcripts / mark sheets / degree certificates of all academic work attempted beyond high (secondary) school are required of all students offered admission who enroll at UNC Charlotte. For the application and admission processes, unofficial transcripts of each academic institution of higher education ever attended must be submitted (and should be uploaded directly to the online application); transfer credit posted on the records of other institutions is unacceptable and transcripts of these credits must be supplied. 5) Official agency reports of satisfactory test scores as specified in the section on graduate programs in this Catalog. GRE/GMAT scores are reportable from ETS for a period of five years from the date of the exam. Likewise, the Graduate School accepts GRE/GMAT scores which are up to five years old as part of the application process. GRE/GMAT scores older than five years old are therefore not acceptable since the scores cannot be officially reported. Likewise, MAT scores more than five years old are not accepted. MCAT scores are accepted by some graduate programs and should be no older than five years. For additional information regarding test score requirements, please see the “Test Information” section of this Catalog. 6) Official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if English is not the applicant’s native language and he or she has not earned a post-secondary degree from a U.S. institution or graduated from an institution in an English-speaking country. Required is either a minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 220 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 557 on the paper-based TOEFL, or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS. Notes: 1) Acceptance into each program must be approved by the department or college offering the program and by the Graduate School. Meeting minimum requirements for admission does not guarantee acceptance into a program. There may be prerequisites for certain master’s programs and applicants should consult the coordinator for the master’s program to identify prerequisites. A separate application for admission is required for each graduate, post-baccalaureate, and certificate program of study at UNC Charlotte. 2) All applicants submitting transcripts and degree certificates from non-U.S. educational institutions should note that bachelor’s degrees awarded by non-U.S. schools may or may not be considered equivalent to the U.S. bachelor’s degree. Recipients of degrees that are not at least equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree may not be eligible for graduate study at UNC Charlotte. 3) International Students should see the “Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants” section of this Catalog for additional requirements. Graduate Certificate Programs The applicant must possess at least a bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, from a regionally accredited college or university and must have attained an overall grade point average of at least 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) on all previous work completed beyond high school (secondary school). If the applicant has earned or attempted a post-baccalaureate degree (i.e., master’s, doctoral, or other), grades in that program will also be taken into consideration. Applicants must also be in good academic standing at the last institution of higher education attended. Applications generally consist of the items listed below, some of which are submitted online, some by mail by the applicant or by the issuing entity. Any materials submitted in support of an application for admission to graduate study become the property of the University and cannot be returned to the applicant. 1) The application form must be submitted online through the Graduate School’s application system. The online application system can be accessed online at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Submission of the application form requires payment of an application fee, which is paid online by credit card; the fee is neither deductible nor refundable. 2) A Statement of Purpose (essay) must be submitted online as part of the application submission 26 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 process. Applicants must upload the Statement of Purpose into their application record. The Statement of Purpose describes the applicant’s experience and objectives for undertaking graduate study. [Note: Some graduate programs request specific items to be included in the Statement of Purpose. Applicants should check the department’s website or contact the department directly for further clarification on specific requirements related to the Statement of Purpose]. 3) Official (officially certified) transcripts / mark sheets / degree certificates of all academic work attempted beyond high (secondary) school are required of all students offered admission who enroll at UNC Charlotte. For the application and admission processes, unofficial transcripts of each academic institution of higher education ever attended must be submitted (and should be uploaded directly to the online application); transfer credit posted on the records of other institutions is unacceptable and transcripts of these credits must be supplied. 4) Official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if English is not the applicant’s native language and he or she has not earned a post-secondary degree from a U.S. institution or graduated from an institution in an English-speaking country. Required is either a minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 220 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 557 on the paper-based TOEFL, or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS. Some programs may also require: • Standardized test scores such as GRE, GMAT or MAT. • Recommendation forms. • Additional admission requirements as specified in program descriptions available at the departments’ websites. Notes: 1) There may be prerequisites for a graduate certificate program and applicants should consult the coordinator for the graduate certificate program to identify prerequisites. Admission to a graduate certificate program does not ensure admission into a master’s or doctoral degree program. A separate application for admission is required for each graduate-level program of study, whether master’s, doctoral certificate or post-baccalaureate (non-degree) programs. 2) All applicants submitting transcripts and degree certificates from non-U.S. educational institutions should note that bachelor’s degrees awarded by non-U.S. schools may or may not be considered equivalent to the U.S. bachelor’s degree. Recipients of degrees that are not at least equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree may not be eligible for graduate study at UNC Charlotte. 3) International Students should see the “Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants” section of this Catalog for additional requirements. Post-Baccalaureate (Non-Degree) Program The applicant must possess a bachelor’s degree, or its US equivalent, from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants must also be in good academic standing at the last institution of higher education attended. Applications generally consist of the items listed below and should be submitted online. Application materials submitted in support of an application for admission to graduate study, including non-degree study, become the property of the University and cannot be returned to the applicant. 1) The application form must be submitted online through the Graduate School’s application system. The online application system can be accessed via graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Submission of the application requires payment of an application fee, which is paid online by credit card; the fee is neither deductible nor refundable. 2) Students seeking K-12 teacher licensure through the Regional Alternative Licensure Center (RALC) may apply for admission as a post-baccalaureate/ non-degree student and must also submit a copy of their RALC plan of study directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Notes: 1) A separate application for admission is required for each graduate-level program of study, whether post-baccalaureate (non-degree), certificate, master’s, or doctoral programs. A post-baccalaureate (non-degree) student who subsequently applies and is admitted to a graduate degree program may, with the permission of his/her advisor and the Graduate School, apply a maximum of six credit hours acceptably completed in the post-baccalaureate (non-degree) status toward a graduate degree or certificate program. 2) International Students should see the “Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants” section of this Catalog for additional requirements. The Graduate School 27 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants The following items must be submitted as part of the application process and are required before an admission decision can be rendered. 1) Official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if English is not the applicant’s native language and he or she has not earned a post-secondary degree from a U.S. institution or graduated from an institution in an English-speaking country. Required is either a minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 220 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 557 on the paper-based TOEFL, or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS. (An English language proficiency test is not required for those applying to post-baccalaureate non-degree study.) 2) For international students already in the USA: Proof of legal status in the USA (i.e., copy of visa, I-94 or BCIS Change-of-Status Approval Notice etc.) Additional Enrollment Requirements for International Applicants on, or Intending to be on, F-1 or J-1 Visa Status UNC Charlotte does not require or accept any financial documentation as part of the admissions process. Students should not send bank documentation, affidavits, or similar documents to the Graduate School before or after admissions. Upon admission, students will be asked to confirm their enrollment and attest to their financial and immigration status via an online form. Upon satisfactory review of the online enrollment form, the Graduate School will request Form I-20 or DS-2019 for students on, or intending to be on, F-1 or J-1 visa status. UNC Charlotte’s International Student/Scholar Office is responsible for issuing I-20s and DS-2019s after the Graduate School submits a request to them. Test Information Applicants should have their test scores sent directly from the testing agency to the Office of Graduate Admissions (not to the department in which they wish to study). For the GRE and TOEFL, UNC Charlotte’s institution code is 5105. For the MAT, UNC Charlotte’s institution code is 1370. For the GMAT, please visit graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions to determine the code of the program to which you plan to apply for admission. A student who has already earned a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. from a U.S. institution will not be required by the Graduate School to take a standardized test. The Graduate Program Director, however, has the right to request that the student take a test and submit official scores. This policy does not apply to the TOEFL/IELTS. A student who has already earned a Master’s degree will not be required by the Graduate School to retake a standardized test IF the student can demonstrate that he or she has completed the test in the past. In such cases, the Graduate School will accept the official Student’s Copy of the official test scores (note that a photocopy is not acceptable) or an official university transcript on which the scores are printed or a letter on official university letterhead attesting to the score. The Graduate Program Director, however, has the right to request that the student re-take the test and submit official scores. Please note that the above exception does not apply to the TOEFL/IELTS. A student who has taken the GRE, GMAT, MCAT, or MAT but has not earned a Ph.D., M.D. or J.D. from a US institution or a Master’s degree (see above) must submit official scores that are less than five years old. If the student has not taken the test within five years, he or she must re-take the test. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) The GRE is not administered by UNC Charlotte. To obtain information about and schedule a test for the GRE, please visit the GRE website at gre.org. UNC Charlotte’s school code is 5101. Miller Analogies Test (MAT) Harcourt Assessment, Inc administers the MAT. For additional information on the MAT, please visit milleranalogies.com. To register for the test at UNC Charlotte, please visit counselingcenter.uncc.edu/our-services/ miller-analogies-test, email matapp@uncc.edu, or call 704-687-4399. To register in another city or for more information, visit milleranalogies.com or call 1-800-622-3231. Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) The GMAT is sponsored, owned, and directed by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) and is administered by Pearson VUE. Visit the GMAC website at mba.com for additional information and to register for the GMAT. The GMAT Customer Service Telephone in the Americas is 1-800-717-GMAT (4628). See the Graduate School’s website at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/application-requirements/test-scores for the school codes. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) The TOEFL is offered at Educational Testing Service (ETS) Centers. To obtain additional information about 28 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 the TOEFL or to register for the TOEFL online, please visit the TOEFL Website at toefl.org. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) The IELTS assesses the complete range of English language skills which students studying in English commonly encounter. For further information, visit ielts.org. Appeal Procedure for Applicants Denied Admission Applicants denied admission may appeal the decision but only on the grounds that the denial was based on a violation of Section II of the University’s Admissions Policy. Essentially, the policy maintains that if an applicant is denied admission to the Graduate School, he or she may appeal the decision based solely on the grounds that the denial violates University admissions policy not to discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of age, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The appeal must be in writing, must set forth with specificity the grounds for the appeal, and must be directed and delivered to the Dean of the Graduate School. Upon receipt of the appeal, the Dean will review the applicant-appellant’s file and appeal letter and will communicate his decision to the applicant-appelant in writing within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of the appeal. Appeals must be received prior to the term for which the applicant is seeking admission. If there is insufficient time to complete the appeal process before the beginning of the term for which the applicant seeks admission, the Dean of the Graduate School may decline to review the appeal. For more information, see Appendix A to University Policy 207 online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-207- A. IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS North Carolina state law requires proof of immunizations to protect you and others while you are in attendance. Under North Carolina regulations, a student must be dropped from courses if the immunization requirements are not met. Upon learning of your admission to the University you should submit your immunization records immediately. Although a health physical is not required for admission to the University you are strongly encouraged to contact your healthcare provider or local health department to discuss additional recommendations for vaccinations. Further details regarding the immunization requirements including exemptions are available online at studenthealth.uncc.edu. Please consult the website before submitting records to the University. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VACCINES AND NUMBER OF DOSES REQUIRED Vaccines Required Diphtheria, Tetanus, and/or Pertussis1 Polio2 Measles3 Mumps4 Rubella5 Hepatitis B6 Doses Required 3 3 2 2 1 3 FOOTNOTE 1 – DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis), DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, acellular Pertussis), Td (Tetanus, Diphteria), Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis): 3 doses of tetanus/diphtheria toxoid of which one must have been within the past 10 years. Those individuals enrolling in college or university for the first time on or after July 1, 2008 must have had three doses of tetanus/diphtheria toxoid and a booster dose of tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis vaccine if a tetanus/diphtheria toxoid or tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis vaccine has not been administered with the past 10 years. FOOTNOTE 2 – An individual attending school who has attained his or her 18th birthday is not required to receive polio vaccine. FOOTNOTE 3 – Measles vaccines are not required if any of the following occur: Diagnoses of disease prior to January 1, 1994; An individual who has been documented by serological testing to have a protective antibody titer against measles; or An individual born prior to 1957. An individual who enrolled in college or university for the first time before July 1, 1994 is not required to have a second dose of measles vaccine. FOOTNOTE 4 – Mumps vaccine is not required if any of the following occur: An individual who has been documented by serological testing to have a protective antibody titer against mumps; An individual born prior to 1957; or Enrolled in college or university for the first time before July 1, 1994. An individual entering college or university prior to July 1, 2008 is not required to receive a second dose of mumps vaccine. FOOTNOTE 5 – Rubella vaccine is not required if any of the following occur: 50 years of age or older; Enrolled in college or university before February 1, 1989 and after their 30th birthday; An individual who has been documented by serological testing to have a protective antibody titer against rubella. FOOTNOTE 5 – Hepatitis B vaccine is not required if any of the following occur: Born before July 1, 1994. International Students Vaccines are required as noted above. Additionally, International students are required to have a TB skin test and negative result within the 12 months preceding the first day of classes (chest x-ray required if test is positive) Freshman and Transfer Students Immunization records are not sent with other The Graduate School 29 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 admission records from your previous school. You must request your immunization records be sent directly to the Student Health Center. Contact Information Questions regarding this mandatory requirement may be directed to the Student Health Center Immunizations Department at 704-687-7424. Please mail your records to: UNC Charlotte Student Health Center Attn: Immunization Department 9201 University City Blvd Charlotte, NC 28223 Courses Offered by the Graduate School (GRAD) GRAD 6001. Teaching at the University Level. (1-3) Designed for graduate students who teach, or who will be teaching in the future. Topics include issues such as power and age diversity in the classroom, managing controversial topics, how to navigate peer-teacher relationships with undergraduates, and how to balance life as student, researcher, and teacher. Students lecture throughout the semester in order to gain teaching experience, and benefit from peer review. GRAD 6240. Research Ethics in the Biological and Behavioral Sciences. (3) Cross-listed as PHIL 6240. Designed to identify the fundamental elements that characterize not only methodologically grounded but also morally appropriate scientific research. Class discussion and readings focus on key issues in biological and behavioral research including informed consent, privacy and confidentiality, risk-benefit assessments, mechanisms for protecting animal and human research subjects, international research, vulnerable populations, conflicts of interest and data management, publication ethics, intellectual property issues and the politics of research. GRAD 7999. Master’s Graduate Residency Credit. (1) Meets Graduate School requirement for continuous enrollment during final term prior to graduation when all degree requirements (including thesis and/or project) have been completed. This course is non-graded, and credit for this course does not count toward the degree. May be repeated once. (Fall, Spring, Summer) GRAD 8001. Teaching at the University Level. (1-3) Designed for graduate students who teach, or who will be teaching in the future. Topics include issues such as power and age diversity in the classroom, managing controversial topics, how to navigate peer-teacher relationships with undergraduates, and how to balance life as student, researcher, and teacher. Students lecture throughout the semester in order to gain teaching experience, and benefit from peer review. GRAD 8240. Research Ethics in the Biological and Behavioral Sciences. (3) Cross-listed as PHIL 8240. Designed to identify the fundamental elements that characterize not only methodologically grounded but also morally appropriate scientific research. Class discussion and readings focus on key issues in biological and behavioral research including informed consent, privacy and confidentiality, risk-benefit assessments, mechanisms for protecting animal and human research subjects, international research, vulnerable populations, conflicts of interest and data management, publication ethics, intellectual property issues and the politics of research. GRAD 8990. Academic Integrity. (0) Online training addressing issues of academic integrity and the University’s policy and procedures related to violations. Required of all new doctoral students. No credit, non-graded. (Fall, Spring) GRAD 9999. Doctoral Graduate Residency Credit. (1) Meets Graduate School requirement for continuous enrollment during final term prior to graduation when all degree requirements (including dissertation) have been completed. This course is non-graded, and credit for this course does not count toward the degree. May be repeated once. (Fall, Spring, Summer) 30 University Regulation of Student Conduct UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 University Regulation of Student Conduct As students willingly accept the benefits of membership in the UNC Charlotte academic community, they acquire obligations to observe and uphold the principles and standards that define the terms of the UNC Charlotte community. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has enacted two codes governing student conduct: The Code of Student Academic Integrity and The Code of Student Responsibility. The University has also enacted a program for the prevention of the use of illegal drugs and alcohol abuse. All UNC Charlotte students are obligated to be familiar with these codes and to conduct themselves in accordance with the standards set forth. Additionally, the Student Government Association has created a code called The Noble Niner that solidifies the high standard of morals, principles, and integrity that all students should strive to uphold to bolster the growing reputation of excellence at UNC Charlotte. The UNC Charlotte Code of Student Academic Integrity The Code of Student Academic Integrity governs the responsibility of students to maintain integrity in academic work, defines violations of the standards, describes procedures for handling alleged violations of the standards, and lists applicable penalties. The following conduct is prohibited in that Code as violating those standards: A. Cheating. Intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, notes, study aids or other devices in any academic exercise. This definition includes unauthorized communication of information during an academic exercise. B. Fabrication and Falsification. Intentional and unauthorized alteration or invention of any information or citation in an academic exercise. Falsification is a matter of altering information, while fabrication is a matter of inventing or counterfeiting information for use in any academic exercise. C. Multiple Submission. The submission of substantial portions of the same academic work (including oral reports) for credit more than once without authorization. D. Plagiarism. Intentionally or knowingly presenting the work of another as one's own (i.e., without proper acknowledgment of the source). The sole exception to the requirement of acknowledging sources is when the ideas, information, etc., are common knowledge. (NOTE: For more information regarding plagiarism, see PLAGIARISM Appendix at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-407#appendix.) E. Abuse of Academic Materials. Intentionally or knowingly destroying, stealing, or making inaccessible library or other academic resource material. F. Complicity in Academic Dishonesty. Intentionally or knowingly helping or attempting to help another to commit an act of academic dishonesty. A full explanation of these definitions, and a description of procedures used in cases where student violations are alleged, is found in the complete text of The Code of Student Academic Integrity. This Code may be modified from time to time. Students are advised to contact the Office of the Dean of Students or go to legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-407 to ensure they consult the most recent edition. University Regulation of Student Conduct 31 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 The UNC Charlotte Code of Student Responsibility Note: The new Interim Regulations on Student Sexual Misconduct Complaints (Supplemental to University Policy 406, Code of Student Responsibility) effective March 5, 2012, supersede existing policies or procedures related to student Sexual Misconduct complaints, including applicable provisions in University Policy 406, Code of Student Responsibility, and University Policy 502, Sexual Harassment Policy and Grievance Procedures. In the case of any conflict between these Regulations and University Policies 406 or 502, these Regulations shall prevail. For details, see: http://legal.uncc.edu/sites/legal.uncc.edu/files/media /SexualMisconductRegs.pdf. Conduct Rules and Regulations The following conduct, or an attempt to engage in the following conduct, is subject to disciplinary action: [Note: Letters J, P, and U have been intentionally omitted for continuity in record-keeping.] A. 1. Inflicting physical injury upon a person 2. Placing a person in fear of or at risk of imminent physical injury or danger, or engaging in retaliatory threats against a person; 3. Committing sexual invasion, sexual assault, or sexual misconduct, as those terms are defined herein; 4. Committing sexual harassment as defined herein; 5. Inflicting severe mental or emotional distress upon a person through a course of conduct involving repeated harassment, intimidation, abuse, or disparagement; 6. Engaging in "fighting words" harassment, as that term is defined in University Policy 504 (online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-504). The full text of University Policy 504 is available online or in the Office of the Dean of Students). With regard to A (4), (5), and (6) above, the following additional regulations apply: 1. No student shall threaten, coerce, harass or intimidate another person or identifiable group of persons, in a manner that is unlawful or in violation of a constitutionally valid University policy, while on University premises or at University-sponsored activities based upon the person’s race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender-identity, creed, disability, or veteran status. 2. No student shall engage in unlawful harassment leading to a hostile environment. Unlawful harassment includes conduct that creates a hostile environment by meeting the following criteria: It is: a. Directed toward a particular person or persons; b. Based upon the person’s race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender-identify, creed, disability, or veteran status; c. Unwelcome; d. Severe or pervasive; e. Objectively offensive; and f. So unreasonably interferes with the target person’s employment, academic pursuits, or participation in University-sponsored activities as to effectively deny equal access to the University’s resources and opportunities. 3. In determining whether student conduct violates these provisions, all relevant facts and circumstances shall be considered. Care must be exercised in order to preserve freedoms of speech and expression, as articulated in current legal standards. Advice should be sought from campus attorneys, as appropriate. (See The University of North Carolina Board of Governors’ Policy 700.4.2) B. Using, possessing, or storing any weapon, dangerous chemical, or explosive without authorization. C. Initiating or causing to be initiated any false report, warning or threat of fire, explosion, or other emergency. D. Interfering with normal University activities including, but not limited to, teaching, studying, research, the expression of ideas, University administration, speeches and other public or private events, and fire, police or other emergency services. Acts prohibited by this rule include, but are not limited to, those acts prohibited in University Policy 601.13, "Interference with University Operations," found online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-601.13, which prohibits student action taken "with intent 32 University Regulation of Student Conduct UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 to obstruct or disrupt any normal operation or function of the University," and University Policy 802, "Conduct at Speech Events," found online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-802, which prohibits certain disruptive activities at speech events on campus. Full texts of both policies are available online or in the Office of the Dean of Students. E. Knowingly violating the terms of any student conduct sanction imposed in accordance with this Code. F. Possessing, consuming, or using any controlled substance; possessing or using drug paraphernalia; manufacturing, selling or delivering any controlled substance; possessing with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver, any controlled substance; huffing or sniffing any substance not intended for such use; or manufacturing, distributing, or possessing synthetic cannabinoids or other substances temporarily or permanently designated as Schedule I substances by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in its authority under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) or designated as Schedule I controlled substances under the North Carolina Controlled Substances Act (NCGS Chapter 90, Article 5). Minimum penalties and certain other requirements apply where controlled substance offenses are at issue, pursuant to University Policy 711, "Program to Prevent Use of Illegal Drugs and Alcohol Abuse." That Policy is available online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-711 or in the Office of the Dean of Students. G. Setting fires, or misusing or damaging fire safety equipment or elevators. H. Furnishing false information to the University; failing to report to the Office of the Dean of Students any criminal felony convictions that are entered against one (a) during the time between application for admission to the University and enrollment at the University, (b) during enrollment at the University, or (c) during any periods between enrollments at the University (such as the summer or during a withdrawal period) prior to returning to the University; misrepresenting or concealing one's organizational affiliation(s) or sponsorship(s) for the purpose of enticing another person into joining or participating in a group or organization; misrepresenting to a third party one’s affiliation or enrollment status with the University. I. Forgery, unauthorized alteration, or unauthorized use or misuse of any document or instrument of identification (ID); displaying or using an ID that is not one’s own or is fictitious, canceled, revoked, suspended, or altered; counterfeiting, loaning, or selling an ID to another person not entitled thereto. K. Theft or attempted theft of University or individual property or services; breaking and entering into University property or the property of individuals on campus (including, but not limited to, private automobiles); the unauthorized use or access to private or confidential information in any medium; possessing stolen property; or possessing property that is not your own without owner authorization. L. Destroying, defacing, tampering with, or damaging the property of others or University property, including, but not limited to, chalking, spray painting, or otherwise marking without appropriate University approval. M. Failing to comply with the reasonable directions of University officials, including but not limited to campus police officers or Housing and Residence Life Staff, acting in performance of their duties. N. Violating, aiding in violation of, or concealing evidence in violation of published University policies or regulations. Such policies or regulations include but are not limited to all Housing and Residence Life policies and the residence hall contract, as well as regulations relating to entry and use of University facilities, use of vehicles and amplifying equipment, campus demonstrations, and misuse of identification cards. O. Possessing, consuming, or distributing alcoholic beverages without University authorization, including but not limited to: 1. operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or while impaired by the consumption of alcohol; 2. possessing or consuming alcoholic beverages by students less than twenty-one years of age; 3. displaying or consumption of alcoholic beverages in campus residences by students less than twenty-one years
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Full Text | Phone Numbers & Address If, after reading this Catalog, students have further questions or specific inquiries about the programs of, or admission to, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, they may look below to find the proper office to contact. Correspondence may be addressed to any of the offices by following this format: The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Attn: Department or College 9201 University City Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28223-0001 INFORMATION Campus Operator/Switchboard .......... 704-687-8622(UNCC) Academic Affairs ............................................. 704-687-5717 Academic Services .......................................... 704-687-7227 Admissions Undergraduate .......................................... 704-687-5507 Graduate ................................................... 704-687-5503 International .............................................. 704-687-5503 Summer School ......................................... 704-687-3058 Adult Students and Evening Services ............... 704-687-2596 Athletics .......................................................... 704-687-4937 Bookstore ........................................................ 704-687-7050 Center for Graduate Life ................................. 704-687-5661 Colleges Arts + Architecture .................................... 704-687-4841 Business .................................................... 704-687-7577 Computing and Informatics ....................... 704-687-8450 Education .................................................. 704-687-8722 Engineering ............................................... 704-687-8244 Graduate School ....................................... 704-687-5503 Health and Human Services ...................... 704-687-8374 Liberal Arts & Sciences .............................. 704-687-0088 Continuing Education ...................................... 704-687-8900 Counseling Center ........................................... 704-687-0311 Dean of Students ............................................. 704-687-0345 Dining Services and Meal Plans ...................... 704-687-7337 Disability Services ........................................... 704-687-4355 Distance Education ......................................... 704-687-3008 Financial Aid ................................................... 704-687-5504 Graduate Center ............................................. 704-687-8763 Health Center .................................................. 704-687-7400 Housing and Residence Life ............................ 704-687-7501 ID Office ......................................................... 704-687-7337 International Programs .................................... 704-687-7755 Library ............................................................ 704-687-2030 Parking ............................................................ 704-687-0161 Recreational Services ...................................... 704-687-0430 Registrar .......................................................... 704-687-5505 Student Accounts ............................................ 704-687-5506 Student Activities/Student Union ..................... 704-687-7100 Transcripts ...................................................... 704-687-5505 EMERGENCY NUMBERS Campus Police -- Emergency ................ 704-687-2200 or 911 Non-Emergency Calls ............................ 704-687-8300 Inclement Weather Hotline ............................. 704-687-1900 Acknowledgements This Catalog was prepared and published by the Office of Academic Affairs in July2012. Its goal is to provide a comprehensive, accurate, and useful catalog, which fully describes the academic programs, policies, regulations, and requirements of the University. Although the publisher of this Catalog has made every reasonable effort to attain factual accuracy herein, no responsibility is assumed for editorial, clerical or printing errors, or errors occasioned by mistakes. The publisher has attempted to present information that, at the time of preparation for printing, most accurately describes the course offerings, faculty listings, policies, procedures, regulations, and requirements of the University. However, it does not establish contractual relations. The University reserves the right to alter or change any statement contained herein without prior notice. We request that omissions and inaccuracies be brought to the attention of the Editor, as well as any suggestions and comments on the presentation and content. Catalog Editing Eric A. Klee, Catalog Editor and Web Content Manager eklee@uncc.edu Cover Cover Image and Design by Eric A. Klee Featured in Image: Bioinformatics Building, Spring 2011 Commencement (inset) University Photography (interior images) Wade Bruton, University Photographer Publication Information Font Type: Optima Graduation Rate Disclosure Statement Our data show that 58.5% of the full-time new freshmen who entered UNC Charlotte in Fall 2005 have received a baccalaureate from this institution or another UNC institution as of Fall 2011. In addition, another 6.9% were enrolled at this or another UNC institution in pursuit of their baccalaureate degree as of Fall 2011. This information is provided pursuant to requirements of the Student-Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act of 1990. Copyright 2012 The University of North Carolina at Charlotte All rights reserved. Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Vol. IX http://catalog.uncc.edu THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, or disability. In keeping with this commitment, UNC Charlotte actively seeks to promote diversity in its educational environment through its recruitment, enrollment, and hiring practices. UNC CHARLOTTE 9201 UNIVERSITY CITY BOULEVARD CHARLOTTE, NC 28223 www.uncc.edu Dear Students, Welcome to UNC Charlotte, North Carolina’s urban research university. Whatever degree you are pursuing, UNC Charlotte is committed to providing you with the resources and support necessary to complete your educational journey. The expertise of our dedicated faculty, support of our staff, and the many resources and services available will help you meet your personal and professional goals. You are joining the Niner Nation at an exciting time. The University enrolled more than 25,300 students this year, including more than 5,000 graduate students. Further, UNC Charlotte recently surpassed yet another marker of our maturation—there are now more than 100,000 living UNC Charlotte alumni, and there are almost as many ways for them to stay connected to the University. With the opening of UNC Charlotte Center City, UNC Charlotte now has a visible presence in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. The iconic, 11-story Center City building, located at Ninth and Brevard streets, houses a number of our continuing education and graduate programs. We also continue to prepare for the 2013 kickoff of the inaugural UNC Charlotte football season. I hope to see you when the Charlotte 49ers take the field for the first time at home against Campbell University on August 31, 2013. Indeed, the University and the greater Charlotte region provide a diverse and dynamic environment in which to study, live and work. You won’t have to look far to find unique educational and recreational opportunities. I encourage you to become engaged in the life of the University by taking advantage of the countless activities on and off campus, including special interest student organizations, leadership and volunteer opportunities, cultural events, and intramural sports and athletics. Thank you for making UNC Charlotte your university. Go Niners! Cordially, Philip L. Dubois Chancellor We are pleased you have chosen UNC Charlotte for your graduate studies. If this is your first year at UNC Charlotte, welcome to our great campus! If you are returning, we are pleased to welcome you back. Our University is constantly changing, and you are a part of that change. The reputation of any great school is based in large part on the success of its students, and we are dedicated to supporting yours. Our distinguished graduate faculty are here to provide you with a quality education that will open doors for you. If we do our job right, your education will be intellectually challenging. If you do your job right, these years at UNC Charlotte will lay the groundwork for an exciting and satisfying future. Remember that there is more to graduate education than coursework and lab work. Be sure to take advantage of the many opportunities our campus offers from connecting with distinguished visiting scholars from around the world to programs in leadership and professional development offered through the Center for Graduate Life. Our graduate programs continue to expand both in size and number. As we continue to grow, we look forward to your continuing to grow with us as a person, scholar, and future alumnus/alumna. I wish you great success in your studies. Sincerely, Joan F. Lorden Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Table of Contents Introduction .................................................................. 5 Degree Programs ........................................................... 7 The University ............................................................. 11 The Graduate School ................................................... 18 University Regulation of Student Conduct ................... 30 Code of Student Academic Integrity ........................ 30 Code of Student Responsibility ................................ 31 Illegal Drugs and Alcohol Abuse ............................. 34 Smoking on University Property .............................. 36 Noble Niner Code .................................................. 37 Degree Requirements and Academic Regulations ........ 38 Registration ............................................................. 38 Course Descriptions ................................................ 44 Course Load ........................................................... 44 Classroom Attendance and Policies ......................... 44 Grading and Related Policies .................................. 45 Academic Standing ................................................. 47 Disciplinary Suspension .......................................... 50 Master’s Degree Requirements ................................ 50 Ph.D. Degree Requirements .................................... 52 Ed.D. Degree Requirements .................................... 54 Graduate Certificate Requirements .......................... 56 Academic Records and Transcripts .......................... 57 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act .............. 57 Financial Information .................................................. 59 College of Arts + Architecture ..................................... 70 Architecture ............................................................ 70 Music ..................................................................... 90 College of Business, Belk ............................................. 93 Accountancy .......................................................... 95 Business Administration .......................................... 98 Economics ............................................................ 116 Mathematical Finance ........................................... 121 Real Estate and Development ................................ 124 College of Computing and Informatics ...................... 129 Bioinformatics and Genomics ............................... 130 Computer Science ................................................ 141 Computing and Information Systems ..................... 152 Health Informatics ................................................ 167 Information Technology ........................................ 176 College of Education ................................................ 182 General Graduate Courses in Education ................ 184 Arts Education ...................................................... 187 Child and Family Studies: Early Education ............. 193 Counseling ........................................................... 198 Curriculum and Instruction ................................... 210 Curriculum and Supervision .................................. 217 Educational Leadership ......................................... 222 Elementary Education ........................................... 228 Foreign Language Education ................................. 238 Instructional Systems Technology.......................... 244 Middle Grades and Secondary Education .............. 249 Reading Education ................................................ 258 School Administration ........................................... 260 Special Education ................................................. 264 Teaching English as a Second Language ................ 279 College of Engineering, The William States Lee.......... 286 Civil and Environmental Engineering ..................... 287 Construction and Facilities Management ............... 295 Electrical Engineering ............................................ 299 Energy and Electromechanical Systems ................. 313 Engineering Management ...................................... 314 Fire Protection and Administration ........................ 318 Infrastructure and Environmental Systems ............. 323 Mechanical Engineering ....................................... 340 College of Health and Human Services ...................... 340 Clinical Exercise Physiology.................................. 341 Health Administration ........................................... 343 Health Services Research ...................................... 347 Nursing ................................................................ 353 Public Health ........................................................ 371 Social Work .......................................................... 376 College of Liberal Arts & Sciences ............................. 383 Africana Studies .................................................... 384 Anthropology ........................................................ 386 Biology ................................................................. 390 Chemistry ............................................................. 398 Cognitive Science ................................................. 403 Communication Studies ........................................ 406 Criminal Justice .................................................... 410 Earth Sciences ....................................................... 413 English .................................................................. 421 Ethics and Applied Philosophy .............................. 432 Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies .............. 436 Geography............................................................ 438 Gerontology ......................................................... 453 Health Psychology ................................................ 457 History ................................................................. 462 Latin American Studies ......................................... 466 Liberal Studies ...................................................... 469 Mathematics and Statistics .................................... 471 Nanoscale Science ............................................... 487 Optical Science and Engineering .......................... 491 Organizational Science ......................................... 499 Physics ................................................................. 503 Psychology ........................................................... 507 Public Administration ........................................... 516 Public Policy ........................................................ 527 Religious Studies ................................................... 537 Sociology ............................................................. 540 Spanish ................................................................. 544 The Graduate Center ................................................. 550 Adult & Community College Education (NCSU) .... 550 Student Resources and Services ................................. 552 Academic Services ................................................ 552 Auxiliary Services ................................................. 555 Dean of Students .................................................. 558 Educational Services ............................................. 559 Environmental Facilities and Services .................... 561 Health, Wellness, and Counseling Services ........... 561 Housing ................................................................ 562 International Programs .......................................... 563 Performing Arts ..................................................... 565 Research ............................................................... 566 Safety ................................................................... 570 Sports and Recreation ........................................... 571 Student Activities .................................................. 572 University Advancement ....................................... 574 Directory ................................................................... 576 Glossary .................................................................... 612 Index ......................................................................... 623 Campus Map ............................................................. 630 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Academic Calendar 2012-2013 UNC Charlotte’s academic year is divided into three terms: Fall, Spring, and Summer. FALL 2012 Aug 15 Academic year begins Aug 20 First day of instruction Aug 25 First day for Saturday classes Sep 1 No Saturday classes Sep 3 HOLIDAY: Labor Day Oct 8-9 Student recess Nov 5 Registration for Spring 2013 begins Nov 21-24 HOLIDAY: Thanksgiving Dec 5 Last day of instruction Dec 6 Reading day Dec 7-14 Final examinations* Dec 15 Fall Commencement SPRING 2013 Jan 9 First day of instruction Jan 12 First day for Saturday classes Jan 21 HOLIDAY: M.L. King, Jr. Day Mar 4-9 Spring Break Mar 25 Registration for Summer 2013 and Fall 2013 begins Mar 29-30 Spring Recess Apr 27 Final examinations for Saturday classes* Apr 30 Last day of instruction May 1 Reading day May 2-9 Final examinations* May 10 Ceremony Day May 11 Spring Commencement May 14 Academic year ends SUMMER 2013 May 20 - Jun 26 First Summer Term May 20 - Aug 10 Extended Summer Term May 27 HOLIDAY: Memorial Day Jun 27-28 No classes Jul 1 - Aug 8 Second Summer Term Jul 4 HOLIDAY: Independence Day *Common Examinations held on the first day of exams. Please note: All dates are subject to change. A complete list of dates and deadlines is available online from the Office of the Registrar at registrar.uncc.edu/calendar. Please check this site for the most current information. AUGUST 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 SEPTEMBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 OCTOBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 NOVEMBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 DECEMBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 JANUARY 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 FEBRUARY 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 MARCH 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 APRIL 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 MAY 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 JUNE 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 JULY 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Introduction 5 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Introduction Reader’s Guide to the Graduate Catalog The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Graduate Catalog (hereby referred to as the “Catalog”) is published annually every Spring for the following academic year, which begins in the Fall. It is also available online at catalog.uncc.edu. This Catalog is divided into three sections. The first section contains information about the academic calendar, the graduate programs offered, admission to The Graduate School, student conduct, degree requirements and academic regulations, and financial information, including tuition and fees and financial aid. The second (or curriculum) section describes the University’s academic programs in detail. The section is organized in alphabetical order by the six academic colleges, followed by each individual program, including related courses and their descriptions. The third and final section contains information about student life on campus, academic resources, and student services, as well as a faculty directory and glossary of higher education terminology. Rounding out this section is an index which is helpful in locating a topic quickly. What’s New This Year New graduate programs and catalog sections that appear for the first time in this Catalog include: • M.S. in Health Informatics • M.S. in Real Estate • M.A. in Counseling - Addiction Counseling Specialization • M.B.A. Concentration in Business Analytics • Ed.D. in Adult and Community College Education (in conjunction with North Carolina State University) • Fifth Year Program whereby students simultaneously pursue baccalaureate and master’s degrees • Glossary of higher education terminology • Graduate Center section • History of the University Seal 6 Introduction UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Catalog Policies and Disclaimers The UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog is not an irrevocable contract. Regulations published in it are subject to change by the University at any time without notice. University regulations are policy statements to guide students, faculty, and administrative officers in achieving the goals of the institution. Necessary interpretations of these policies will be made by the appropriate authorities with the interest of the students and the institution in mind. Students are encouraged to consult an advisor if they have questions about the application of any policy. The University reserves the right to change any of the rules and regulations of the University at any time, including those relating to admission, instruction, and graduation. The University also reserves the right to withdraw curricula and specific courses, alter course content, change the calendar, and to impose or increase fees. All such changes are effective as proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective students, but also to those who are already enrolled in the University. The requirements specified in this Catalog apply to students who commence their studies at the UNC Charlotte during the 2012-2013 academic year and who remain in continuous enrollment at the institution until they graduate. If requirements are changed, students may elect to comply with the new requirements or to remain under the requirements by which they are governed at the time of the change. The choice to apply the new requirements must be declared by students at least one semester prior to graduation through their academic departments. Students who change their major/minor are bound by the requirements of their new major/minor that are in effect the semester they officially begin studies in the new program. Students who are readmitted to the University are bound by the program and degree requirements in force at the time of readmission. Exceptions to these policies may be necessitated by changes in course offerings, degree programs, or by action of authorities higher than the University. In that event, every effort will be made to avoid penalizing the student. Student Responsibility Each student is responsible for the proper completion of his or her academic program, for familiarity with the Catalog, for maintaining the grade point average required, and for meeting all other degree requirements. Students assume academic and financial responsibility for the courses in which they enroll and are relieved of these responsibilities only by formally terminating enrollment. The advisor will counsel, but the final responsibility remains that of the student. A student is required to have knowledge of and observe all regulations pertaining to campus life and student behavior. Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with academic terminology located in the Glossary section of this Catalog. Email is the official form of communication at the University; each student is responsible for checking their uncc.edu email regularly, as well as maintaining communication with the University and keeping a current address and telephone number on file with the Office of the Registrar. While associated with the University, each student is expected to participate in campus and community life in a manner that will reflect credibly upon the student and the University. The University has enacted two codes of student responsibility --The UNC Charlotte Code of Student Academic Integrity and The UNC Charlotte Code of Student Responsibility -- which are summarized in this Catalog and available in full online at legal.uncc.edu/chapter-400. As students willingly accept the benefits of membership in the UNC Charlotte academic community, they acquire obligations to observe and uphold the principles and standards that define the terms of UNC Charlotte community cooperation and make those benefits possible. This includes completion of institutional surveys as requested by the University for program assessment and improvement. Degree Programs 7 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Graduate Degree and Non-Degree Programs COLLEGE AND PROGRAM DEGREE Certificate Master's Doctorate College of Arts + Architecture Architecture MArch Art Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Dance Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Music - Violin Graduate Music – Vocal Pedagogy Graduate Theatre Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Urban Design MUD Belk College of Business Accountancy MACC Business Administration MBA PhD Economics MS Mathematical Finance (interdisciplinary) MS MBA Plus Post-Master’s Organizational Science (interdisciplinary) PhD Real Estate Graduate MSRE College of Computing and Informatics Advanced Databases and Knowledge Discovery Graduate Bioinformatics MS Bioinformatics and Computational Biology PhD Bioinformatics Applications Graduate Bioinformatics Technology Graduate Computer Science MS Computing and Information Systems PhD Game Design and Development Graduate Health Informatics (interdisciplinary) MS Healthcare Information Technology (interdisciplinary) Graduate Information Security and Privacy Graduate Information Technology MS Management of Information Technology Graduate 8 Degree Programs UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 COLLEGE AND PROGRAM DEGREE Certificate Master's Doctorate College of Education Art Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Child & Family Studies Graduate MEd Counseling PhD Counseling - Addiction Counseling MA Counseling - Clinical Mental Health Counseling MA Counseling – School Counseling Post Master’s MA Curriculum and Instruction (interdisciplinary) PhD Curriculum and Supervision Post-Master’s MEd Dance Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate Educational Leadership EdD Elementary Education Graduate MEd, MAT Elementary School Mathematics Graduate Foreign Language Education French Graduate MAT German Graduate MAT Spanish Graduate MAT Instructional Systems Technology Graduate MEd Middle Grades Education English/Language Arts Graduate MEd, MAT Mathematics Graduate MEd, MAT Science Graduate MEd, MAT Social Studies Graduate MEd, MAT Play Therapy Graduate Reading, Language, and Literacy MEd School Administration Post-Master’s MSAD Secondary Education Comprehensive Science Graduate MEd, MAT English Graduate MA, MAT Mathematics Graduate MA, MAT Social Studies Graduate MEd, MAT Special Education PhD Academically Gifted Graduate MEd Adapted Curriculum Graduate MEd, MAT Autism Spectrum Disorders Graduate General Curriculum Graduate MEd, MAT Substance Abuse Counseling Graduate Teaching English as a Second Language Graduate MEd, MAT Theatre Education (interdisciplinary) Graduate The William States Lee College of Engineering Engineering, General MSE Civil Engineering MSCE Construction and Facilities Management MS Electrical Engineering MSEE PhD Engineering Management MS Fire Protection and Administration M Infrastructure and Environmental Systems (interdisciplinary) PhD Mechanical Engineering MSME PhD Degree Programs 9 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 COLLEGE AND PROGRAM DEGREE Certificate Master's Doctorate College of Health and Human Services Clinical Exercise Physiology MS Community Health Promotion Graduate Health Administration MHA Health Services Research (interdisciplinary) PhD Health Informatics (interdisciplinary) MS Healthcare Information Technology (interdisciplinary) Graduate Public Health MSPH Social Work MSW School of Nursing Nurse Anesthesia Across the Lifespan Post-Master’s MSN Nursing – Advanced Clinical Nursing Adult Nurse Practitioner Post-Master’s MSN Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing MSN Nurse Practitioner Across the Lifespan Post-Master’s MSN Nursing – Systems/Population Nursing Nurse Administrator Graduate MSN Nurse Educator Graduate MSN Community/Public Health Nursing MSN College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Africana Studies Graduate Anthropology MA Arts Administration Graduate Biology MA, MS PhD Chemistry MS Cognitive Science Graduate Communication Studies Graduate MA Criminal Justice MS Earth Sciences MS Emergency Management Graduate English MA English Education MA Ethics & Applied Philosophy Graduate MA Gender, Sexuality, & Women’s Studies Graduate Geography MA PhD Gerontology Graduate MA Health Psychology (interdisciplinary) PhD History MA Infrastructure and Environmental Systems (interdisciplinary) PhD Latin American Studies MA Liberal Studies MA Mathematical Finance (interdisciplinary) MS Mathematics MS Mathematics, Applied MS PhD Mathematics Education MA Nanoscale Science (interdisciplinary) PhD Nonprofit Management Graduate Optical Science & Engineering MS PhD Organizational Science (interdisciplinary) PhD Physics, Applied MS Psychology-Clinical & Community MA Psychology-Industrial & Organizational MA 10 Degree Programs UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 COLLEGE AND PROGRAM DEGREE Certificate Master's Doctorate College of Liberal Arts & Sciences (continued) Public Administration MPAD Public Budgeting and Finance Graduate Public Policy PhD Religious Studies MA Sociology MA Spanish MA Technical/Professional Writing Graduate Translating/Translation Studies (Spanish) Graduate Urban Management and Policy Graduate Graduate Center Adult and Community College Education* EdD *These degrees are not offered by UNC Charlotte. They are offered by other UNC system institutions. However, classes are taught on the UNC Charlotte main campus by faculty from these institutions. The University 11 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 The University northcarolina.edu uncc.edu The University of North Carolina In North Carolina, all the public educational institutions that grant baccalaureate degrees are part of the University of North Carolina (UNC). The multi-campus state university system encompasses 16 such institutions, as well as the NC School of Science and Mathematics, the nation’s first public residential high school for gifted students. Chartered by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1789, the University of North Carolina was the first public university in the United States to open its doors and the only one to graduate students in the eighteenth century. The first class was admitted in Chapel Hill in 1795. For the next 136 years, the only campus of the University of North Carolina was at Chapel Hill. Additional institutions of higher education, diverse in origin and purpose, began to win sponsorship from the General Assembly beginning as early as 1877. Five were historically black institutions, and another was founded to educate American Indians. Some began as high schools. Several were created to prepare teachers for the public schools. Others had a technological emphasis. One is a training school for performing artists. The 1931 session of the General Assembly redefined the University of North Carolina to include three state-supported institutions: the campus at Chapel Hill (now the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill), North Carolina State College (now North Carolina State University), and Woman's College (now the University of North Carolina at Greensboro). The new multi-campus University operated with one board of trustees and one president. By 1969, three additional campuses had joined the University through legislative action: the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Asheville, and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. In 1971, legislation was passed bringing into the University of North Carolina the state's ten remaining public senior institutions, each of which had until then been legally separate: Appalachian State University, East Carolina University, Elizabeth City State University, Fayetteville State University, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, North Carolina Central University, the North Carolina School of the Arts (now the University of North Carolina School of the Arts), Pembroke State University (now the University of North Carolina at Pembroke), Western Carolina University, and Winston-Salem State University. In 1985, the NC School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) was declared an affiliated school of the University; in July 2007, NCSSM by legislative action became a constituent institution of the University of North Carolina. All the schools and universities welcome students of both sexes and all races. The UNC Board of Governors is the policy-making body legally charged with "the general determination, control, supervision, management, and governance of all affairs of the constituent institutions." It elects the president, who administers the University. The 32 voting members of the Board of Governors are elected by the General Assembly for four-year terms. Former board chairmen and board members who are former governors of North Carolina may continue to serve for limited periods as non-voting members emeriti. The president of the UNC Association of Student Governments or that student's designee is also a non-voting member. Each of the UNC campuses is headed by a chancellor who is chosen by the Board of Governors on the 12 The University UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 president's nomination and is responsible to the president. Each university has a board of trustees consisting of eight members elected by the Board of Governors, four appointed by the governor, and the president of the student body, who serves ex officio. (The UNC School of the Arts has two additional ex officio members; and the NC School of Science and Mathematics has a 27-member board as required by law.) Each board of trustees holds extensive powers over academic and other operations of its campus on delegation from the Board of Governors. In addition to its teaching role, the University of North Carolina has a long-standing commitment to public service. The UNC Center for Public Television, the UNC Health Care System, the cooperative extension and research services, nine area health education centers, and myriad other University programs and facilities reap social and economic benefits for the state and its people. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte UNC Charlotte is one of a generation of universities founded in metropolitan areas of the United States immediately after World War II in response to rising education demands generated by the war and its technology. To serve returning veterans, North Carolina opened 14 evening college centers in communities across the state. The Charlotte Center opened Sept. 23, 1946, offering evening classes to 278 freshmen and sophomore students in the facilities of Charlotte’s Central High School. After three years, the state closed the centers, declaring that on-campus facilities were sufficient to meet the needs of returning veterans and recent high school graduates. Charlotte’s education and business leaders, long aware of the area’s unmet needs for higher education, moved to have the Charlotte Center taken over by the city school district and operated as Charlotte College, offering the first two years of college courses. Later the same leaders asked Charlotte voters to approve a two-cent tax to support that college. Charlotte College drew students from the city, Mecklenburg County and from a dozen surrounding counties. The two-cent tax was later extended to all of Mecklenburg County. Ultimately financial support for the college became a responsibility of the State of North Carolina. As soon as Charlotte College was firmly established, efforts were launched to give it a campus of its own. With the backing of Charlotte business leaders and legislators from Mecklenburg and surrounding counties, land was acquired on the northern fringe of the city and bonds were passed to finance new facilities. In 1961, Charlotte College moved its growing student body into two new buildings on what was to become a 1,000-acre campus 10 miles from downtown Charlotte. Three years later, the North Carolina legislature approved bills making Charlotte College a four-year, state-supported college. The next year, 1965, the legislature approved bills creating the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the fourth campus of the statewide university system. In 1969, the university began offering programs leading to master’s degrees. In 1992, it was authorized to offer programs leading to doctoral degrees. Today, with an enrollment ranking it fourth among the 17 schools in the UNC system, it is the largest public university in the greater Charlotte metropolitan region. A doctoral institution, UNC Charlotte serves the region through applied research, knowledge transfer and engaged community service. More than 900 full-time teaching faculty comprise the University’s academic departments, and the 2011 Fall enrollment exceeded 25,000 students, including almost 5,000 graduate students. Mission Statement Approved by the Board of Governors on November 20, 2009. UNC Charlotte is North Carolina’s urban research university. It leverages its location in the state’s largest city to offer internationally competitive programs of research and creative activity, exemplary undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, and a focused set of community engagement initiatives. UNC Charlotte maintains a particular commitment to addressing the cultural, economic, educational, environmental, health, and social needs of the greater Charlotte region. In fulfilling this mission, we value: • Accessible and affordable quality education that equips students with intellectual and professional skills, ethical principles, and an international perspective. The University 13 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 • A strong foundation in liberal arts and opportunities for experiential education to enhance students’ personal and professional growth. • A robust intellectual environment that values social and cultural diversity, free expression, collegiality, integrity, and mutual respect. • A safe, diverse, team-oriented, ethically responsible, and respectful workplace environment that develops the professional capacities of our faculty and staff. To achieve a leadership position in higher education, we will: • Implement our Academic Plan and related administrative plans. • Rigorously assess our progress using benchmarks appropriate to the goals articulated by our programs and in our plans. • Serve as faithful stewards of the public and private resources entrusted to us and provide effective and efficient administrative services that exceed the expectations of our diverse constituencies. • Create meaningful collaborations among university, business, and community leaders to address issues and opportunities of the region. • Develop an infrastructure that makes learning accessible to those on campus and in our community and supports the scholarly activities of the faculty. • Pursue opportunities to enhance personal wellness through artistic, athletic, or recreational activities. • Operate an attractive, environmentally responsible and sustainable campus integrated with the retail and residential neighborhoods that surround us. The Colleges UNC Charlotte’s largest academic units are its colleges. Each consists of smaller units called schools, departments, or programs. College of Arts + Architecture The College of Arts + Architecture combines the Departments of Architecture, Art and Art History, Dance, Music, and Theatre disciplines to collaborate, expand programs, reach new audiences, research and develop a new generation of leaders. Belk College of Business The College of Business offers outstanding business education programs in a variety of disciplines in Charlotte, one of the country's fastest-growing cities and one of the most exciting financial services centers in the world. The Belk College is one of the largest business programs in the Carolinas. College of Computing and Informatics The College of Computing and Informatics is a recognized leader for competitive, innovative and market-responsive computing and informatics education. They develop focused, trend-setting research excellence with national and international recognition, and are recognized as the leader and go-to place for partnerships and collaborations. College of Education The College of Education offers undergraduate programs in Child and Family Development, Elementary, Middle Grades, Special Education, and Secondary Education with a variety of concentrations available. Students prepare for the challenging, meaningful, and rewarding careers of teaching, counseling, and educational leadership. The William States Lee College of Engineering The College of Engineering is a community of students, faculty, and industry partners who study, design, research and build together. From the bachelor's to the doctoral level, College of Engineering students participate in experiential, hands-on projects while learning to visualize, design, create, build and apply. College of Health and Human Services The College of Health and Human Services is comprised of the Departments of Kinesiology, Public Health Sciences, and Social Work, and the School of Nursing, with a focus on achieving excellence in teaching, research and service. The college offers graduate and undergraduate degrees and certificate programs. College of Liberal Arts & Sciences The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences is the oldest and largest college within the University. It serves half the undergraduate majors with a host of programs in the humanities, physical sciences, and social sciences. It is an academic community engaged in advancing the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge in the traditional areas of liberal arts and sciences and in emerging areas of study. As a community focused on learning and teaching, the college is guided by a commitment to humanistic values and ethical conduct, by a creative and entrepreneurial frame of mind, and by an awareness of the global context in which the University exists. 14 The University UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 University Structure UNC Charlotte is organized into four administrative divisions: Academic Affairs, Business Affairs, Student Affairs, and University Advancement. These divisions, as well as Athletics, Legal Affairs, and Internal Audit, all report to the Chancellor. Academic Affairs The Division of Academic Affairs includes Academic Services; Enrollment Management; Information and Technology Services; International Programs; Library; Metropolitan Studies and Extended Academic Programs; Research and Economic Development; The Graduate School; University College; and seven discipline-based colleges: the Colleges of Arts + Architecture, Business, Computing and Informatics, Education, Engineering, Health and Human Services, and Liberal Arts & Sciences. Business Affairs The Division of Business Affairs includes Business Services; Environmental Health and Safety Office, Facilities Management; Financial Services; Human Resources; Policy and Public Safety; Risk Management, Safety, and Security; and Systems Development. Student Affairs The Division of Student Affairs includes departments and services which assist students through every aspect of their education, as well as providing social opportunities. Included are offices and services such as the Counseling Center, Dean of Students, Housing and Residence Life, Recreational Services, Student Activities, Student Health Center, and the Student Union. University Advancement The Division of University Advancement includes Broadcast Communications, Public Relations, and Marketing, which serve as UNC Charlotte's primary contact with members of the news media and external audiences. They are responsible for communicating information that promotes the people, programs, news, and events of UNC Charlotte. Marketing is also responsible for implementing an integrated communications and marketing plan for the University, including the University website. Additionally, this division includes the Offices of Alumni Affairs, Community Affairs, Constituent Relations, and University Development. Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action The University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes a moral, economic, and legal responsibility to ensure equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, gender (except when gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability (except when making accommodations for physical or mental disabilities would impose undue hardship on the conduct of University business), or veteran status. This policy is a fundamental necessity for the continued growth and development of this University. Nondiscriminatory consideration shall be afforded applicants and employees in all employment actions including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, placement, transfer, layoff, leave of absence, and termination. All personnel actions pertaining to either academic or nonacademic positions to include such matters as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoffs, University-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs shall be administered according to the same principles of equal opportunity. Promotion and advancement decisions shall be made in accordance with the principles of equal opportunity, and the University shall, as a general policy, attempt to fill existing position vacancies from qualified persons already employed by the University. Outside applicants may be considered concurrently at the discretion of the selecting official. The University has established reporting and monitoring systems to ensure adherence to this policy of nondiscrimination. Affirmative Action Our philosophy concerning equal employment opportunity is affirmed and promoted in the University's Affirmative Action Plan. To facilitate UNC Charlotte's affirmative action efforts on behalf of disabled workers, veterans (including veterans of the Vietnam Era), individuals who qualify and wish to benefit from the Affirmative Action Plan are invited and encouraged to identify themselves. This information is provided voluntarily, and refusal of employees to identify themselves as veterans or disabled persons will not subject them to discharge or disciplinary action. Unless otherwise required by law, the information obtained will be kept confidential in the manner required by law, except that supervisors and managers may be informed about The University 15 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 restrictions on the work or duties of disabled persons and about necessary accommodations. Discriminatory Personal Conduct The University seeks to promote a fair, humane, and respectful environment for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, University policy explicitly prohibits sexual harassment, racial harassment, and all other personal conduct which inappropriately asserts that sex, race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, disability, age, or ancestry are relevant to consideration of individual worth or individual performance. The same policies provide procedures for the informal or formal resolution of instances where such behavior is suspected or alleged. The policies have received wide distribution and are available for inspection in all administrative offices on campus as well as online at legal.uncc.edu/chapter-500. Accreditation UNC Charlotte is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of UNC Charlotte. The following questions, comments, and complaints should be directed to the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools: 1) to learn about the accreditation status of the institution 2) to file a third-party comment at the time of the institution’s decennial review 3) to file a complaint against the institution for alleged non-compliance with a standard or requirement Other inquiries about the institution such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to the institution and not to the Commission’s office. Graduate School The University is a member of the Council of Graduate Schools, the Conference of Southern Graduate Schools, and The North Carolina Conference of Graduate Schools. College of Arts + Architecture The Bachelor of Architecture and Master of Architecture are accredited professional degree programs as recognized by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). College of Business The programs in business and accounting are accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. College of Education The University’s professional education programs for BK-12 teachers, counselors, and administrators are approved by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Counseling programs in Counselor Education are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). College of Engineering The civil, computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET; and the civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering technology programs are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org. College of Health and Human Services The baccalaureate and master’s programs in the School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, 202-887- 6791. The BSN program is approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. The Nursing Anesthesia program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Education Programs (COA). The Bachelor of Athletic Training program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) through October 2018. Both the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science program and the Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) through January 2014. The Master of Health Administration program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). The Public Health Programs (BSPH and MSPH) in the Department of Public Health Sciences are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) through June 2014. 16 The University UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 College of Liberal Arts & Sciences The Department of Chemistry is on the approval list of the American Chemical Society. The Public Relations program within the Department of Communication Studies is certified by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The Master of Public Administration program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA). The Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The Campus Main Campus The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is the largest institution of higher education in the Charlotte region and is a genuine urban university. The main campus is in University City, one of the fastest growing areas of the Charlotte region, located off WT Harris Boulevard on NC 49 near its intersection with US 29, and only eight miles from the interchange of Interstates 85 and 77. Campus facilities are comprised of contemporary buildings, including many constructed in the past ten years and more on the way. In addition to classrooms and well-equipped laboratories, the University offers arts and athletic facilities, dining facilities, and residence accommodations. The campus is designed for the pedestrian, and facilities are generally accessible to students with disabilities. Center City The University also has a substantial presence in Charlotte Center City, as it offers select upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses and a variety of continuing personal and professional development programs at its UNC Charlotte Uptown location. Classes are scheduled for the convenience of persons employed in or living near the central business core of the city. Students in UNC Charlotte’s MBA program, other graduate programs, and continuing education programs attend classes in the Center City Building in Uptown Charlotte at the corner of Brevard and Ninth streets. The facility has 143,000 total square feet for offices and academic programs in graduate, professional, and continuing education. The 49ers The nickname, the 49ers, was chosen in recognition of the importance of the year 1949 in the history of the University. UNC Charlotte, which began as an off-campus center of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, would have died in 1949 had Bonnie Cone and her supporters not convinced the N.C. Legislature that Charlotte needed a permanent college. Charlotte College was established that year. Additionally, the campus is located on N.C. Highway 49, and Charlotte has a rich gold mining history -- the term "49ers" symbolizes gold mining. A bronze statue of the 49ers Gold Miner sits in front of the Reese Administration building on campus. The statue recalls the region's history as a gold mining center and symbolizes the pioneering spirit and determination that has led to UNC Charlotte's dramatic growth. University Logo UNC Charlotte's logo has become one of the Charlotte region's most distinctive insignia. The logo is suggestive of a "crown," reminiscent of Queen Charlotte of England, for whom the city of Charlotte is named. The crown emphasizes UNC Charlotte’s relationship with the Queen City, alludes to academics with shapes that resemble an open book, and exudes excellence with a torch-like shape at the top, which can also be interpreted as the top of a graduation cap. University Seal UNC Charlotte became the fourth campus of the University of North Carolina in July of 1965. In the fall of 1965, the new UNC Charlotte seal was chosen by a committee of students (the three upper-class presidents), three faculty members, and the school publicity director, who served as chair. Final approval was given by Acting Chancellor Bonnie Cone. UNC Charlotte seal’s elements are: the modern arches (the tulip design from the canopy of the Kennedy Building) at the top to symbolize that this is a twentieth century university; two Cs in the middle to represent Charlotte College, from which the new campus sprang; and the pine The University 17 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 cone at the bottom for the Old North State [land of the longleaf pine]. The date on the seal is 1946, the year in which the institution began as the Charlotte Center of the University of North Carolina. Alma Mater UNC Charlotte's Alma Mater has deep roots in the institution's history. It was part of an "Academic Festival March" composed for UNC Charlotte by James Helme Sutcliffe, a Charlotte composer and music critic who lived in Germany at the time. Dr. Loy Witherspoon, professor of religious studies, commissioned the March in 1965 when he learned that Charlotte College would become a campus of The University of North Carolina. The March was first performed in 1967 at the installation of Dean W. Colvard as UNC Charlotte's first chancellor. Afterwards, it was performed as a recessional at every Commencement during Dean W. Colvard's tenure as chancellor. When UNC Charlotte founder Bonnie Cone heard the March, she said, "I can hear an alma mater in it," referring to a hymn-like refrain. Dr. Robert Rieke, a professor of history, also heard an alma mater in it. On a 1990 trip to Germany, Rieke visited Sutcliffe, picked up a recording of the March, and began writing words to fit the final refrain. On Christmas Eve 1991, he sent Bonnie Cone the words and music as a Christmas present to her and to the University, from which he had retired a year earlier. Chancellor James H. Woodward approved the composition as the University's Alma Mater in April 1992. It was sung for the first time at the following May Commencement and has been performed at every Commencement since. 18 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 The Graduate School graduateschool.uncc.edu Associate Provost for Graduate Programs and Dean of the Graduate School: Dr. Thomas L. Reynolds Senior Associate Dean of the Graduate School: Dr. Susan M. Sell Associate Dean of the Graduate School: Ms. Johnna W. Watson Assistant Dean of the Graduate School: Dr. Katherine Hall-Hertel Director of the Graduate Center: Mr. Joshua Hertel Dean, College of Arts + Architecture: Mr. Kenneth A. Lambla Dean, Belk College of Business: Dr. Steven Ott Dean, College of Computing and Informatics: Dr. Yi Deng Dean, College of Education: Dr. Mary Lynne Calhoun Dean, The William States Lee College of Engineering: Dr. Robert E. Johnson Dean, College of Health and Human Services: Dr. Nancy Fey-Yensan Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences: Dr. Nancy A. Gutierrez The University of North Carolina at Charlotte was established in 1965 by the North Carolina General Assembly, which transformed Charlotte College, with beginnings in 1946, into a campus of The University of North Carolina. The Graduate School was established in 1985 with the appointment of the first Dean of the Graduate School, although graduate degree programs had been offered since 1969. Today, more than 800 members of the Graduate Faculty and approximately 5,000 graduate students participate in a broad array of graduate programs at the master's and doctoral levels and in graduate certificate programs. The executive and administrative affairs of the Graduate School are carried out by the Associate Provost for Graduate Programs and Dean of the Graduate School, who acts in cooperation with the deans of the seven disciplinary colleges of Arts + Architecture, Business, Computing & Informatics, Education, Engineering, Health & Human Services, and Liberal Arts & Sciences. Graduate Student Core Competencies Unlike undergraduate education, graduate education is intended to develop independent, specialized skills and knowledge in a particular academic discipline. Graduate students completing a master’s or doctoral degree should be able to claim competency in a range of skills, in addition to expertise in their academic discipline. The following “core competencies” are intended to reflect the broad range of skills a graduate student at UNC Charlotte could expect to develop, depending on their specific program of study. The ways in which these competencies are taught or interpreted will vary by program and will reflect the expectations of the specific degree program in which the student is enrolled. 1) Communication: Graduate students at UNC Charlotte will further communication skills needed in order to effectively and persuasively write and speak in a variety of media and forums. This includes the preparation of scholarly and peer reviewed publications and grants, public speaking skills, facilitating group discussions, and facilitating positive interpersonal relationships through communication. 2) Leadership: Leadership skills are invaluable in academia and beyond. UNC Charlotte students will have wide ranging opportunities to develop the skills necessary in order to motivate, inspire, and manage others. The Graduate School will support the development of ethical, competent leaders in academia and practice, ensuring success in a variety of contexts. Mentorship, effective decision-making, problem solving and change management skills will be cultivated through graduate studies at UNC Charlotte. The Graduate School 19 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 3) Teaching and Instruction: Students who pursue careers in academia will be prepared to effectively teach in all types of settings, creating engaging learning environments. They will have an understanding of the challenges presented in inclusive classrooms, and they will master the skills needed to create dynamic learning in any environment. UNC Charlotte graduates seeking academic careers will be competent with the most current teaching methods and technologies, enabling them to stimulate critical, innovative, and interdisciplinary learning in others. 4) Personal and Professional Responsibility: The Graduate School not only values and emphasizes the importance of academic rigor and progress, but also the holistic development of students. Graduate students at UNC Charlotte will be committed to lifelong learning and remain active in the search for knowledge. Additionally, they will exhibit fair and ethical conduct both personally and professionally, and engage in opportunities to expand their understanding and appreciation for all forms of diversity. 5) Research and Scholarly Inquiry: Graduate Students at UNC Charlotte will gain the technical research and scholarship skills needed for success in their chosen academic program, while maintaining a fierce commitment to ethical practices. These skills will reflect the commitment to diverse ideas, academic collegiality, and to continued student learning—concepts inherent in an interdisciplinary environment. Graduate Council The Graduate Council, whose voting members are elected by the Graduate Faculty, reviews, develops, and makes recommendations concerning Graduate School policy. All curricular proposals and all criteria for membership on the Graduate Faculty come before the Graduate Council. In addition, the Graduate Council serves in an advisory capacity to the Dean of the Graduate School. Graduate Faculty In accordance with criteria developed by each graduate program or unit and approved by the Graduate Council, the Dean of the Graduate School appoints members of the Graduate Faculty for renewable terms. Members of the Graduate Faculty offer courses and seminars, mentor graduate students, and supervise research at an advanced level of scholarship. Graduate Program Directors Each graduate program, and in some cases certain program areas within a discipline, has a Graduate Program Director. This individual is a member of the Graduate Faculty and is responsible for coordinating various functions of the departmental graduate program. Directors assist students with understanding program requirements (along with the student’s specific advisor) and can answer program specific questions such as transfer credit, prerequisites, program specific admission requirements, etc. Graduate Programs Doctoral and Master’s Degree Programs UNC Charlotte offers 19 doctoral and 64 master’s degree programs. To be admitted to a degree program, an applicant must meet all the requirements for admission, be recommended for admission by the program in which he/she proposes to study and receive final approval for admission by the Graduate School. Acceptance into one graduate program does not guarantee acceptance into any other program. See the “Graduate Degree and Non-Degree Programs” section of this Catalog for a list of available programs. Graduate Certificate Programs Graduate certificate programs are mechanisms for students who wish to complete a coherent graduate program in a defined area. Students are admitted to a specific graduate certificate program and are advised by faculty in the unit offering the graduate certificate. Since the graduate certificate is not a degree, students may apply the credits earned in the certificate program toward a single degree that they pursue either concomitant with pursuing a graduate certificate or after the certificate has been awarded. [Please note: time to degree limits do apply.] Post-Baccalaureate (Non-Degree) Program Applicants seeking to take courses beyond the baccalaureate degree for license renewal, for transfer to another institution, as prerequisites for admission to a graduate degree program or for personal satisfaction may be admitted as post-baccalaureate/non-degree students. A post-baccalaureate student who is subsequently admitted to a graduate degree or certificate program may, with the recommendation of his/her advisor and the approval of the Graduate School, apply a maximum of six graduate credit hours acceptably completed in the post-baccalaureate status toward a degree. Readmission – All Students Post-baccalaureate/non-degree, graduate certificate, and degree-seeking students whose enrollment is interrupted will remain eligible to register for one 20 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 calendar year without having to reapply for admission to the University if they are in good standing and have not exceeded the four, six or eight-year limit for their academic program of study. After an absence of more than 12 months, the student’s matriculation will be closed and the student must apply for readmission; acceptance is subject to department, program, and Graduate School approval. Students whose enrollment is suspended or terminated for academic reasons should consult the description of the procedures outlined in the “Academic Standing” section of the Catalog. Students whose enrollment is suspended or terminated for disciplinary reasons must apply through the Admissions Review Committee; see the UNC Charlotte Code of Student Responsibility within this Catalog. Early-Entry to Graduate Programs See “Registration” under the Degree Requirements and Academic Regulations section of this Catalog for details. Fifth Year Program See “Registration” under the Degree Requirements and Academic Regulations section of this Catalog for details. Dual Undergraduate and Graduate Registration See “Registration” under the Degree Requirements and Academic Regulations section of this Catalog for details. Graduate Student Life Center for Graduate Life The Center for Graduate Life (CGL) is the hub of graduate student life on campus. Located in the Cone University Center, the CGL offers lounge space dedicated to graduate students, a state-of-the-art class room facility available for workshops and classes relevant to graduate students and administrative offices that serve graduate students. The Graduate School’s professional development offerings, teaching assistance, advocacy and other services are housed in the CGL. Doctoral students will find many services tailored to their needs, such as career advising, CV reviews, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. Post doctoral researchers are invited to use the Center and to attend events, such as the monthly ethics coffees. New Graduate Student Orientation The Graduate School conducts several University-wide orientation programs for new graduate and post-baccalaureate students during the course of the year. Information about the dates and times of these programs can be found online at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/orientation. Information on the Fall semester programs is also sent, beginning in July, directly to new students admitted for the Fall semester. All Graduate Teaching Assistants are required to attend a specific orientation program prior to the Fall semester as part of their assistantship contract. The orientation programs offer information about various University programs and services for graduate students; provide publications, including resources available to support graduate students academically and socially; various content workshops on issues relevant to graduate education and graduate student life; and provide opportunities for students to ask specific questions. Many of the individual graduate programs conduct discipline-specific orientation programs for their new graduate students. Degree students should contact their major department for information on programs that may be available. In addition, the International Student/Scholar Office (ISSO) conducts orientation sessions specifically designed for international graduate students. Student Involvement Students at UNC Charlotte are encouraged to participate in co-curricular activities. UNC Charlotte acknowledges that graduate students have many, many priorities in their lives. However, as with so many other aspects of one’s life, active involvement enhances the experience and helps individuals develop skills needed for professional success. Graduate students are encouraged to participate in student leadership at some point during their academic career. In particular, graduate students may hone skills that will be useful in a variety of academic and industry professions. An active student body contributes to the vibrant community of graduate students and scholars at UNC Charlotte, making graduate education more relevant to students across disciplines. Graduate and Professional Student Government The Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG) is the governing and primary organization for graduate students to present their needs to the University. The purpose of the Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG), according to the by-laws, is to serve as an appropriate voice on campus for graduate students, to meet the various needs of graduate students, and to establish a liaison The Graduate School 21 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 between graduate faculty, graduate students, and the University. All graduate students are members of the GPSG. In the spring of 1998, the Graduate Student Association successfully petitioned the student body through a referendum on the spring student body elections. The results of this referendum provided a significant change in the student body constitution and provided for the Graduate and Professional Student Government to become a separate governing body and representative organization for graduate students. In outlining the reasons for this separation, the GPSG cited the need for a GPSG office and the graduate student share of student activity fees to support: departmental graduate student associations, graduate student travel to read papers and present research at academic conferences, and developing a Graduate Student Research Fair. During the 1998-1999 academic year, GPSG began functioning as its own governing body. In the 1999- 2000 academic year, the recognition of current (and new) graduate student organizations and the funding of these groups, including the GPSG, became the responsibility of the Graduate and Professional Student Government. Since the inception of the GPSG in its current structure, the availability of student activity fees to graduate students directly have increased dramatically. With this new governing structure, the GPSG has been very successful in advocating for and supporting graduate student needs. An annual Research Fair competition was begun in the spring of 2001 to showcase and reward excellence in graduate student research across all disciplines. GPSG continues to be active in new graduate student orientation, encouraging and recognizing graduate student organizations and increasing the amount of student activity fee support for graduate students. Each graduate program has the opportunity to be represented on the GPSG senate. The GPSG Office is located in the Student Union, room 212Q. More information can be found online at gpsg.uncc.edu. Graduate Student Organizations There are a number of graduate student organizations directly associated with academic programs. These include: • Academy Health Graduate Student Chapter • American Society for Precision Engineering • Association of Biology Graduate Students (ABGS) • Association of Chemistry Graduate Students • Association of Nanoscience Graduate Students • CCI Grads • Charlotte Healthcare Executive Student Organization • Communication Studies Graduate Student Association (CSGSA) • Educational Leadership Graduate Student Council (EDLEAD-GSC) • Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduate Association • English Graduate Student Association (EGSA) • Gamma Theta Upsilon (Geography) • Graduate Business Association • Graduate History Association • Graduate Professional Student Government • Graduate Public Health Association • Graduate Public Policy Association • Graduate Social Work Association • Health Psychology Graduate Student Association • Industrial/Organizational Psychology Graduate Association • International Society for Optical Engineering (SPIE) • Master of Architecture Student Society (MASS) • Master of Public Administration Student Group (MPASG) • Mathematics Graduate Student Association • Mu Tau Beta (Counseling) • Multicultural Graduate Student Organization • Organizational Science Graduate Association • Sigma Phi Omega (Gerontology) • Urban Educators for Change Information on each group is available from the individual academic program department. Some groups have information available on the Student Organizations website at studentorgs.uncc.edu. Please see additional information on the various programs, offices and services at UNC Charlotte in the “Student Resources and Services” section of this Catalog. 22 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Admission to the Graduate School Admissions Information The University considers all applications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or religion. All relevant factors are considered, with major emphasis being placed on the academic history of the applicant. The intent of the Graduate School is to offer admission to those applicants whose credentials indicate a strong likelihood of success in their selected curricula. The University reserves the right to withhold or rescind the admission of an applicant who: (1) fails to meet any of the requirements for admission at the time of matriculation, (2) has failed to maintain satisfactory academic performance in their course of study prior to enrollment, or (3) has provided incorrect or misleading information on the Application for Admission and supporting document set. Additionally, meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to a graduate program and the University reserves the right to restrict enrollments when necessary because of budgetary or other constraints. Application Materials A separate application, processing fee, statement of purpose, recommendations forms, and transcripts must be submitted for each graduate program of study for which a student applies. Questions about the application process should be directed to: Office of Graduate Admissions UNC Charlotte 9201 University City Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28223-0001 Telephone: 704-687-5503 Fax: 704-687-3279 E-mail: gradadm@uncc.edu Web: graduateschool.uncc.edu Application Deadlines Students are encouraged to apply and to submit all supporting documents well in advance of the published priority deadlines. Some programs have earlier deadlines and may only admit students to a particular term. Please contact the department offering the program to which you are applying for specific deadline information and/or view the information online at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students. The Graduate School may alter the date for acceptance of applications without further notice in accordance with available resources and/or the enrollment limitation established by the North Carolina General Assembly or the University. Note that applications received or applications that become complete after the Graduate School’s priority deadlines may be processed on a space-available basis. Term of Entry: Application and Supporting Documents Should Be Submitted By the Following Priority Deadlines: Fall May 1 Spring October 1 1st & 2nd Summer Session April 1 Note: International students who intend to enroll on an F-1 or J-1 visa status should apply for admission before the priority deadlines, if possible. Application Processing Applicants apply for admission online; instructions and the application are available online at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Applications of US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, Asylees, and Refugees are processed as “domestic” applications. Applications of students on, or intending to be on, temporary visa/status in the USA (i.e. F-1, H-1, H-4 etc) as well as Pending Permanent Residents are processed as “international applications.” Applicants should follow application instructions accordingly. Application Processing Fee Submission of the online application for admission to graduate study requires online payment of the U.S. application fee by credit card. Note that the application fee may change and the amount required is accurately reflected in the application instructions available online. Application Status Applicants will receive an online confirmation of successful submission of their application for admission to graduate study. Applicants can monitor the status of their applications within the online system through which their application was submitted, utilizing the same username and pin number. The Graduate School 23 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 TYPES OF ADMISSION (For Doctoral Degrees, Master’s Degrees, and Graduate Certificates) Full Standing Applicants who meet the general requirements for admission to graduate study plus any additional requirements specified by the college or department of academic concentration for the degree sought will be admitted to full standing. Applicants to graduate programs who have not yet completed their undergraduate degree or who were admitted with unofficial transcripts will be allowed to register for one semester and can only continue after the Graduate School’s receipt of official final transcripts (and/or diploma/degree certificates) indicating the award of the baccalaureate (bachelor’s/undergraduate) degree from a regionally accredited institution or its equivalent. Students will have a maximum of one semester to enroll, after which time a hold will be placed on their accounts to prevent registration for future terms. Failure to submit the proper credentials during the first semester of enrollment will result in a hold on registration for subsequent terms. Deferment Policy An applicant who is admitted to a graduate program of study who fails to enroll for the term to which he/she has been admitted is presumed to have withdrawn his/her application. To be considered for admission to a future term, a person must submit a new application, which includes updated data, processing fee, statement of purpose, recommendation forms, and transcripts. Generally, official test scores are maintained on file in the Graduate School for one year. Applicants on, or intending to be on, F-1 or J-1 visa status will be required to provide updated proof of legal status and financial resources. Policy on Updating Applications Applicants who do not submit their supporting documentation in time to be considered for admission to the requested term must submit a new application which includes updated data, processing fee, statement of purpose, recommendation forms, and transcripts. Generally, official test scores are maintained on file in the Graduate School for one year. Students whose admission to UNC Charlotte was denied must reapply for admission to be considered for admission to a different term or program. GENERAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION Doctoral Degree Programs In order to be considered for admission to a doctoral program, an applicant must have a bachelor’s degree (or its US equivalent) from a regionally accredited college or university. Some programs admit baccalaureate (bachelor’s degree) students directly to the doctoral program, while others require applicants to have earned a master’s degree. To be admitted to a doctoral program after a master’s program, an applicant should have earned an overall grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) in the master’s degree program. To be admitted to a doctoral program after a bachelor’s program, an applicant should have earned an overall GPA of at least 3.0 in the bachelor’s degree program. Applicants must also be in good academic standing at the last institution of higher education attended. Applications generally consist of the items listed below, some of which are submitted online, some by mail by the applicant or by the issuing entity. Any materials submitted in support of an application for admission to graduate study become the property of the University and cannot be returned to the applicant. 1) The application form must be submitted online through the Graduate School’s application system. The online application system can be accessed via graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Submission of the application form requires payment of an application fee for domestic and international applicants, which is paid online by credit card; the fee is neither deductible nor refundable. 2) A Statement of Purpose (essay) must be submitted online as part of the application submission process. Applicants must upload the Statement of Purpose into their application record. The Statement of Purpose describes the applicant’s experience, objectives for undertaking graduate study and research interests, if known. [Note: Some graduate programs request specific items to be included in the Statement of Purpose. Applicants should check the department’s website or contact the department directly for further clarification on specific requirements related to the Statement of Purpose.] 3) At least three recommendation forms from persons familiar with the applicant’s personal, academic and/or professional qualifications. The 24 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 recommendation forms must be submitted via the online application system; letters of recommendation in support of an individual’s admission may also be uploaded directly to the online recommendation form. Recommendations sent to the Graduate School in any other format, including surface mail and email, will not be processed. 4) Official (officially certified) transcripts / mark sheets / degree certificates of all academic work attempted beyond high (secondary) school are required of all students offered admission who enroll at UNC Charlotte. For the application and admission processes, unofficial transcripts of each academic institution of higher education ever attended must be submitted (and should be uploaded directly to the online application); transfer credit posted on the records of other institutions is unacceptable and transcripts of these credits must be supplied. 5) Official agency reports of satisfactory test scores as specified in the section on graduate programs in this Catalog. GRE/GMAT scores are reportable from ETS for a period of five years from the date of the exam. Likewise, the Graduate School accepts GRE/GMAT scores which are up to five years old as part of the application process. GRE/GMAT scores older than five years are therefore not acceptable since they cannot be officially reported. Likewise, MAT scores more than five years old are not accepted. MCAT scores are accepted by some graduate programs and should be no older than five years. For additional information regarding test score requirements, please see the “Test Information” section of this Catalog. 6) Official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if English is not the applicant’s native language and he or she has not earned a post-secondary degree from a U.S. institution or graduated from an institution in an English-speaking country. Required is either a minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 220 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 557 on the paper-based TOEFL, or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS. Notes: 1) Applicants with records of high quality who do not fulfill these requirements should discuss with the Graduate Program Director other factors that may have a bearing on admission. Some programs have higher standards or additional admission requirements. Additionally, there may be prerequisites for certain programs and applicants should consult the Graduate Program Director to identify prerequisites. A separate application for admission is required for each graduate, post-baccalaureate, and certificate program of study at UNC Charlotte. 2) All applicants submitting transcripts and degree certificates from non-U.S. educational institutions should note that bachelor’s degrees awarded by non-U.S. schools may or may not be considered equivalent to the U.S. bachelor’s degree. Recipients of degrees that are not at least equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree may not be eligible for graduate study at UNC Charlotte. 3) International Students should see the “Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants” section of this Catalog for additional requirements. Master’s Degree Programs The applicant must possess at least a bachelor’s degree, or its US equivalent, from a regionally accredited college or university, and must have attained an overall grade point average of at least 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) on all of the applicant’s previous work beyond high school. If an applicant has earned or attempted a post-baccalaureate degree (i.e., a master’s, doctoral, or other), grades in that program will also be taken into consideration. Applicants must also be in good academic standing at the last institution of higher education attended. Applications generally consist of the items listed below, most of which are submitted online. Any materials submitted in support of an application for admission to graduate study become the property of the University and cannot be returned to the applicant. 1) The application form must be submitted online through the Graduate School’s application system. The online application system can be accessed via graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Submission of the application form requires payment of an application fee, which is paid online by credit card; the fee is neither deductible nor refundable. 2) A Statement of Purpose (essay) must be submitted online as part of the application submission process. Applicants must upload the Statement of Purpose into their application record. The Statement of Purpose describes the applicant’s experience and objectives for undertaking graduate study. [Note: Some graduate programs request specific items to be included in the Statement of Purpose. Applicants should check the department’s website or contact the department directly for further clarification on The Graduate School 25 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 specific requirements related to the Statement of Purpose.] 3) At least three recommendation forms from persons familiar with the applicant’s personal, academic and/or professional qualifications. The recommendation forms must be submitted via the online application system; letters of recommendation in support of an individual’s admission may also be uploaded directly to the online recommendation form. Recommendations sent to the Graduate School in any other format, including surface mail and email, will not be processed. 4) Official (officially certified) transcripts / mark sheets / degree certificates of all academic work attempted beyond high (secondary) school are required of all students offered admission who enroll at UNC Charlotte. For the application and admission processes, unofficial transcripts of each academic institution of higher education ever attended must be submitted (and should be uploaded directly to the online application); transfer credit posted on the records of other institutions is unacceptable and transcripts of these credits must be supplied. 5) Official agency reports of satisfactory test scores as specified in the section on graduate programs in this Catalog. GRE/GMAT scores are reportable from ETS for a period of five years from the date of the exam. Likewise, the Graduate School accepts GRE/GMAT scores which are up to five years old as part of the application process. GRE/GMAT scores older than five years old are therefore not acceptable since the scores cannot be officially reported. Likewise, MAT scores more than five years old are not accepted. MCAT scores are accepted by some graduate programs and should be no older than five years. For additional information regarding test score requirements, please see the “Test Information” section of this Catalog. 6) Official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if English is not the applicant’s native language and he or she has not earned a post-secondary degree from a U.S. institution or graduated from an institution in an English-speaking country. Required is either a minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 220 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 557 on the paper-based TOEFL, or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS. Notes: 1) Acceptance into each program must be approved by the department or college offering the program and by the Graduate School. Meeting minimum requirements for admission does not guarantee acceptance into a program. There may be prerequisites for certain master’s programs and applicants should consult the coordinator for the master’s program to identify prerequisites. A separate application for admission is required for each graduate, post-baccalaureate, and certificate program of study at UNC Charlotte. 2) All applicants submitting transcripts and degree certificates from non-U.S. educational institutions should note that bachelor’s degrees awarded by non-U.S. schools may or may not be considered equivalent to the U.S. bachelor’s degree. Recipients of degrees that are not at least equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree may not be eligible for graduate study at UNC Charlotte. 3) International Students should see the “Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants” section of this Catalog for additional requirements. Graduate Certificate Programs The applicant must possess at least a bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, from a regionally accredited college or university and must have attained an overall grade point average of at least 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) on all previous work completed beyond high school (secondary school). If the applicant has earned or attempted a post-baccalaureate degree (i.e., master’s, doctoral, or other), grades in that program will also be taken into consideration. Applicants must also be in good academic standing at the last institution of higher education attended. Applications generally consist of the items listed below, some of which are submitted online, some by mail by the applicant or by the issuing entity. Any materials submitted in support of an application for admission to graduate study become the property of the University and cannot be returned to the applicant. 1) The application form must be submitted online through the Graduate School’s application system. The online application system can be accessed online at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Submission of the application form requires payment of an application fee, which is paid online by credit card; the fee is neither deductible nor refundable. 2) A Statement of Purpose (essay) must be submitted online as part of the application submission 26 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 process. Applicants must upload the Statement of Purpose into their application record. The Statement of Purpose describes the applicant’s experience and objectives for undertaking graduate study. [Note: Some graduate programs request specific items to be included in the Statement of Purpose. Applicants should check the department’s website or contact the department directly for further clarification on specific requirements related to the Statement of Purpose]. 3) Official (officially certified) transcripts / mark sheets / degree certificates of all academic work attempted beyond high (secondary) school are required of all students offered admission who enroll at UNC Charlotte. For the application and admission processes, unofficial transcripts of each academic institution of higher education ever attended must be submitted (and should be uploaded directly to the online application); transfer credit posted on the records of other institutions is unacceptable and transcripts of these credits must be supplied. 4) Official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if English is not the applicant’s native language and he or she has not earned a post-secondary degree from a U.S. institution or graduated from an institution in an English-speaking country. Required is either a minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 220 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 557 on the paper-based TOEFL, or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS. Some programs may also require: • Standardized test scores such as GRE, GMAT or MAT. • Recommendation forms. • Additional admission requirements as specified in program descriptions available at the departments’ websites. Notes: 1) There may be prerequisites for a graduate certificate program and applicants should consult the coordinator for the graduate certificate program to identify prerequisites. Admission to a graduate certificate program does not ensure admission into a master’s or doctoral degree program. A separate application for admission is required for each graduate-level program of study, whether master’s, doctoral certificate or post-baccalaureate (non-degree) programs. 2) All applicants submitting transcripts and degree certificates from non-U.S. educational institutions should note that bachelor’s degrees awarded by non-U.S. schools may or may not be considered equivalent to the U.S. bachelor’s degree. Recipients of degrees that are not at least equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree may not be eligible for graduate study at UNC Charlotte. 3) International Students should see the “Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants” section of this Catalog for additional requirements. Post-Baccalaureate (Non-Degree) Program The applicant must possess a bachelor’s degree, or its US equivalent, from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants must also be in good academic standing at the last institution of higher education attended. Applications generally consist of the items listed below and should be submitted online. Application materials submitted in support of an application for admission to graduate study, including non-degree study, become the property of the University and cannot be returned to the applicant. 1) The application form must be submitted online through the Graduate School’s application system. The online application system can be accessed via graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/apply-now. Submission of the application requires payment of an application fee, which is paid online by credit card; the fee is neither deductible nor refundable. 2) Students seeking K-12 teacher licensure through the Regional Alternative Licensure Center (RALC) may apply for admission as a post-baccalaureate/ non-degree student and must also submit a copy of their RALC plan of study directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Notes: 1) A separate application for admission is required for each graduate-level program of study, whether post-baccalaureate (non-degree), certificate, master’s, or doctoral programs. A post-baccalaureate (non-degree) student who subsequently applies and is admitted to a graduate degree program may, with the permission of his/her advisor and the Graduate School, apply a maximum of six credit hours acceptably completed in the post-baccalaureate (non-degree) status toward a graduate degree or certificate program. 2) International Students should see the “Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants” section of this Catalog for additional requirements. The Graduate School 27 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 Additional Admission Requirements for all International Applicants The following items must be submitted as part of the application process and are required before an admission decision can be rendered. 1) Official scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), if English is not the applicant’s native language and he or she has not earned a post-secondary degree from a U.S. institution or graduated from an institution in an English-speaking country. Required is either a minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 220 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 557 on the paper-based TOEFL, or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS. (An English language proficiency test is not required for those applying to post-baccalaureate non-degree study.) 2) For international students already in the USA: Proof of legal status in the USA (i.e., copy of visa, I-94 or BCIS Change-of-Status Approval Notice etc.) Additional Enrollment Requirements for International Applicants on, or Intending to be on, F-1 or J-1 Visa Status UNC Charlotte does not require or accept any financial documentation as part of the admissions process. Students should not send bank documentation, affidavits, or similar documents to the Graduate School before or after admissions. Upon admission, students will be asked to confirm their enrollment and attest to their financial and immigration status via an online form. Upon satisfactory review of the online enrollment form, the Graduate School will request Form I-20 or DS-2019 for students on, or intending to be on, F-1 or J-1 visa status. UNC Charlotte’s International Student/Scholar Office is responsible for issuing I-20s and DS-2019s after the Graduate School submits a request to them. Test Information Applicants should have their test scores sent directly from the testing agency to the Office of Graduate Admissions (not to the department in which they wish to study). For the GRE and TOEFL, UNC Charlotte’s institution code is 5105. For the MAT, UNC Charlotte’s institution code is 1370. For the GMAT, please visit graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions to determine the code of the program to which you plan to apply for admission. A student who has already earned a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. from a U.S. institution will not be required by the Graduate School to take a standardized test. The Graduate Program Director, however, has the right to request that the student take a test and submit official scores. This policy does not apply to the TOEFL/IELTS. A student who has already earned a Master’s degree will not be required by the Graduate School to retake a standardized test IF the student can demonstrate that he or she has completed the test in the past. In such cases, the Graduate School will accept the official Student’s Copy of the official test scores (note that a photocopy is not acceptable) or an official university transcript on which the scores are printed or a letter on official university letterhead attesting to the score. The Graduate Program Director, however, has the right to request that the student re-take the test and submit official scores. Please note that the above exception does not apply to the TOEFL/IELTS. A student who has taken the GRE, GMAT, MCAT, or MAT but has not earned a Ph.D., M.D. or J.D. from a US institution or a Master’s degree (see above) must submit official scores that are less than five years old. If the student has not taken the test within five years, he or she must re-take the test. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) The GRE is not administered by UNC Charlotte. To obtain information about and schedule a test for the GRE, please visit the GRE website at gre.org. UNC Charlotte’s school code is 5101. Miller Analogies Test (MAT) Harcourt Assessment, Inc administers the MAT. For additional information on the MAT, please visit milleranalogies.com. To register for the test at UNC Charlotte, please visit counselingcenter.uncc.edu/our-services/ miller-analogies-test, email matapp@uncc.edu, or call 704-687-4399. To register in another city or for more information, visit milleranalogies.com or call 1-800-622-3231. Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) The GMAT is sponsored, owned, and directed by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) and is administered by Pearson VUE. Visit the GMAC website at mba.com for additional information and to register for the GMAT. The GMAT Customer Service Telephone in the Americas is 1-800-717-GMAT (4628). See the Graduate School’s website at graduateschool.uncc.edu/future-students/ admissions/application-requirements/test-scores for the school codes. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) The TOEFL is offered at Educational Testing Service (ETS) Centers. To obtain additional information about 28 The Graduate School UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 the TOEFL or to register for the TOEFL online, please visit the TOEFL Website at toefl.org. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) The IELTS assesses the complete range of English language skills which students studying in English commonly encounter. For further information, visit ielts.org. Appeal Procedure for Applicants Denied Admission Applicants denied admission may appeal the decision but only on the grounds that the denial was based on a violation of Section II of the University’s Admissions Policy. Essentially, the policy maintains that if an applicant is denied admission to the Graduate School, he or she may appeal the decision based solely on the grounds that the denial violates University admissions policy not to discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of age, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The appeal must be in writing, must set forth with specificity the grounds for the appeal, and must be directed and delivered to the Dean of the Graduate School. Upon receipt of the appeal, the Dean will review the applicant-appellant’s file and appeal letter and will communicate his decision to the applicant-appelant in writing within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of the appeal. Appeals must be received prior to the term for which the applicant is seeking admission. If there is insufficient time to complete the appeal process before the beginning of the term for which the applicant seeks admission, the Dean of the Graduate School may decline to review the appeal. For more information, see Appendix A to University Policy 207 online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-207- A. IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS North Carolina state law requires proof of immunizations to protect you and others while you are in attendance. Under North Carolina regulations, a student must be dropped from courses if the immunization requirements are not met. Upon learning of your admission to the University you should submit your immunization records immediately. Although a health physical is not required for admission to the University you are strongly encouraged to contact your healthcare provider or local health department to discuss additional recommendations for vaccinations. Further details regarding the immunization requirements including exemptions are available online at studenthealth.uncc.edu. Please consult the website before submitting records to the University. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VACCINES AND NUMBER OF DOSES REQUIRED Vaccines Required Diphtheria, Tetanus, and/or Pertussis1 Polio2 Measles3 Mumps4 Rubella5 Hepatitis B6 Doses Required 3 3 2 2 1 3 FOOTNOTE 1 – DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis), DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, acellular Pertussis), Td (Tetanus, Diphteria), Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis): 3 doses of tetanus/diphtheria toxoid of which one must have been within the past 10 years. Those individuals enrolling in college or university for the first time on or after July 1, 2008 must have had three doses of tetanus/diphtheria toxoid and a booster dose of tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis vaccine if a tetanus/diphtheria toxoid or tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis vaccine has not been administered with the past 10 years. FOOTNOTE 2 – An individual attending school who has attained his or her 18th birthday is not required to receive polio vaccine. FOOTNOTE 3 – Measles vaccines are not required if any of the following occur: Diagnoses of disease prior to January 1, 1994; An individual who has been documented by serological testing to have a protective antibody titer against measles; or An individual born prior to 1957. An individual who enrolled in college or university for the first time before July 1, 1994 is not required to have a second dose of measles vaccine. FOOTNOTE 4 – Mumps vaccine is not required if any of the following occur: An individual who has been documented by serological testing to have a protective antibody titer against mumps; An individual born prior to 1957; or Enrolled in college or university for the first time before July 1, 1994. An individual entering college or university prior to July 1, 2008 is not required to receive a second dose of mumps vaccine. FOOTNOTE 5 – Rubella vaccine is not required if any of the following occur: 50 years of age or older; Enrolled in college or university before February 1, 1989 and after their 30th birthday; An individual who has been documented by serological testing to have a protective antibody titer against rubella. FOOTNOTE 5 – Hepatitis B vaccine is not required if any of the following occur: Born before July 1, 1994. International Students Vaccines are required as noted above. Additionally, International students are required to have a TB skin test and negative result within the 12 months preceding the first day of classes (chest x-ray required if test is positive) Freshman and Transfer Students Immunization records are not sent with other The Graduate School 29 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 admission records from your previous school. You must request your immunization records be sent directly to the Student Health Center. Contact Information Questions regarding this mandatory requirement may be directed to the Student Health Center Immunizations Department at 704-687-7424. Please mail your records to: UNC Charlotte Student Health Center Attn: Immunization Department 9201 University City Blvd Charlotte, NC 28223 Courses Offered by the Graduate School (GRAD) GRAD 6001. Teaching at the University Level. (1-3) Designed for graduate students who teach, or who will be teaching in the future. Topics include issues such as power and age diversity in the classroom, managing controversial topics, how to navigate peer-teacher relationships with undergraduates, and how to balance life as student, researcher, and teacher. Students lecture throughout the semester in order to gain teaching experience, and benefit from peer review. GRAD 6240. Research Ethics in the Biological and Behavioral Sciences. (3) Cross-listed as PHIL 6240. Designed to identify the fundamental elements that characterize not only methodologically grounded but also morally appropriate scientific research. Class discussion and readings focus on key issues in biological and behavioral research including informed consent, privacy and confidentiality, risk-benefit assessments, mechanisms for protecting animal and human research subjects, international research, vulnerable populations, conflicts of interest and data management, publication ethics, intellectual property issues and the politics of research. GRAD 7999. Master’s Graduate Residency Credit. (1) Meets Graduate School requirement for continuous enrollment during final term prior to graduation when all degree requirements (including thesis and/or project) have been completed. This course is non-graded, and credit for this course does not count toward the degree. May be repeated once. (Fall, Spring, Summer) GRAD 8001. Teaching at the University Level. (1-3) Designed for graduate students who teach, or who will be teaching in the future. Topics include issues such as power and age diversity in the classroom, managing controversial topics, how to navigate peer-teacher relationships with undergraduates, and how to balance life as student, researcher, and teacher. Students lecture throughout the semester in order to gain teaching experience, and benefit from peer review. GRAD 8240. Research Ethics in the Biological and Behavioral Sciences. (3) Cross-listed as PHIL 8240. Designed to identify the fundamental elements that characterize not only methodologically grounded but also morally appropriate scientific research. Class discussion and readings focus on key issues in biological and behavioral research including informed consent, privacy and confidentiality, risk-benefit assessments, mechanisms for protecting animal and human research subjects, international research, vulnerable populations, conflicts of interest and data management, publication ethics, intellectual property issues and the politics of research. GRAD 8990. Academic Integrity. (0) Online training addressing issues of academic integrity and the University’s policy and procedures related to violations. Required of all new doctoral students. No credit, non-graded. (Fall, Spring) GRAD 9999. Doctoral Graduate Residency Credit. (1) Meets Graduate School requirement for continuous enrollment during final term prior to graduation when all degree requirements (including dissertation) have been completed. This course is non-graded, and credit for this course does not count toward the degree. May be repeated once. (Fall, Spring, Summer) 30 University Regulation of Student Conduct UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 University Regulation of Student Conduct As students willingly accept the benefits of membership in the UNC Charlotte academic community, they acquire obligations to observe and uphold the principles and standards that define the terms of the UNC Charlotte community. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has enacted two codes governing student conduct: The Code of Student Academic Integrity and The Code of Student Responsibility. The University has also enacted a program for the prevention of the use of illegal drugs and alcohol abuse. All UNC Charlotte students are obligated to be familiar with these codes and to conduct themselves in accordance with the standards set forth. Additionally, the Student Government Association has created a code called The Noble Niner that solidifies the high standard of morals, principles, and integrity that all students should strive to uphold to bolster the growing reputation of excellence at UNC Charlotte. The UNC Charlotte Code of Student Academic Integrity The Code of Student Academic Integrity governs the responsibility of students to maintain integrity in academic work, defines violations of the standards, describes procedures for handling alleged violations of the standards, and lists applicable penalties. The following conduct is prohibited in that Code as violating those standards: A. Cheating. Intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, notes, study aids or other devices in any academic exercise. This definition includes unauthorized communication of information during an academic exercise. B. Fabrication and Falsification. Intentional and unauthorized alteration or invention of any information or citation in an academic exercise. Falsification is a matter of altering information, while fabrication is a matter of inventing or counterfeiting information for use in any academic exercise. C. Multiple Submission. The submission of substantial portions of the same academic work (including oral reports) for credit more than once without authorization. D. Plagiarism. Intentionally or knowingly presenting the work of another as one's own (i.e., without proper acknowledgment of the source). The sole exception to the requirement of acknowledging sources is when the ideas, information, etc., are common knowledge. (NOTE: For more information regarding plagiarism, see PLAGIARISM Appendix at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-407#appendix.) E. Abuse of Academic Materials. Intentionally or knowingly destroying, stealing, or making inaccessible library or other academic resource material. F. Complicity in Academic Dishonesty. Intentionally or knowingly helping or attempting to help another to commit an act of academic dishonesty. A full explanation of these definitions, and a description of procedures used in cases where student violations are alleged, is found in the complete text of The Code of Student Academic Integrity. This Code may be modified from time to time. Students are advised to contact the Office of the Dean of Students or go to legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-407 to ensure they consult the most recent edition. University Regulation of Student Conduct 31 UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 The UNC Charlotte Code of Student Responsibility Note: The new Interim Regulations on Student Sexual Misconduct Complaints (Supplemental to University Policy 406, Code of Student Responsibility) effective March 5, 2012, supersede existing policies or procedures related to student Sexual Misconduct complaints, including applicable provisions in University Policy 406, Code of Student Responsibility, and University Policy 502, Sexual Harassment Policy and Grievance Procedures. In the case of any conflict between these Regulations and University Policies 406 or 502, these Regulations shall prevail. For details, see: http://legal.uncc.edu/sites/legal.uncc.edu/files/media /SexualMisconductRegs.pdf. Conduct Rules and Regulations The following conduct, or an attempt to engage in the following conduct, is subject to disciplinary action: [Note: Letters J, P, and U have been intentionally omitted for continuity in record-keeping.] A. 1. Inflicting physical injury upon a person 2. Placing a person in fear of or at risk of imminent physical injury or danger, or engaging in retaliatory threats against a person; 3. Committing sexual invasion, sexual assault, or sexual misconduct, as those terms are defined herein; 4. Committing sexual harassment as defined herein; 5. Inflicting severe mental or emotional distress upon a person through a course of conduct involving repeated harassment, intimidation, abuse, or disparagement; 6. Engaging in "fighting words" harassment, as that term is defined in University Policy 504 (online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-504). The full text of University Policy 504 is available online or in the Office of the Dean of Students). With regard to A (4), (5), and (6) above, the following additional regulations apply: 1. No student shall threaten, coerce, harass or intimidate another person or identifiable group of persons, in a manner that is unlawful or in violation of a constitutionally valid University policy, while on University premises or at University-sponsored activities based upon the person’s race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender-identity, creed, disability, or veteran status. 2. No student shall engage in unlawful harassment leading to a hostile environment. Unlawful harassment includes conduct that creates a hostile environment by meeting the following criteria: It is: a. Directed toward a particular person or persons; b. Based upon the person’s race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender-identify, creed, disability, or veteran status; c. Unwelcome; d. Severe or pervasive; e. Objectively offensive; and f. So unreasonably interferes with the target person’s employment, academic pursuits, or participation in University-sponsored activities as to effectively deny equal access to the University’s resources and opportunities. 3. In determining whether student conduct violates these provisions, all relevant facts and circumstances shall be considered. Care must be exercised in order to preserve freedoms of speech and expression, as articulated in current legal standards. Advice should be sought from campus attorneys, as appropriate. (See The University of North Carolina Board of Governors’ Policy 700.4.2) B. Using, possessing, or storing any weapon, dangerous chemical, or explosive without authorization. C. Initiating or causing to be initiated any false report, warning or threat of fire, explosion, or other emergency. D. Interfering with normal University activities including, but not limited to, teaching, studying, research, the expression of ideas, University administration, speeches and other public or private events, and fire, police or other emergency services. Acts prohibited by this rule include, but are not limited to, those acts prohibited in University Policy 601.13, "Interference with University Operations," found online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-601.13, which prohibits student action taken "with intent 32 University Regulation of Student Conduct UNC Charlotte Graduate Catalog 2012-2013 to obstruct or disrupt any normal operation or function of the University," and University Policy 802, "Conduct at Speech Events," found online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-802, which prohibits certain disruptive activities at speech events on campus. Full texts of both policies are available online or in the Office of the Dean of Students. E. Knowingly violating the terms of any student conduct sanction imposed in accordance with this Code. F. Possessing, consuming, or using any controlled substance; possessing or using drug paraphernalia; manufacturing, selling or delivering any controlled substance; possessing with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver, any controlled substance; huffing or sniffing any substance not intended for such use; or manufacturing, distributing, or possessing synthetic cannabinoids or other substances temporarily or permanently designated as Schedule I substances by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in its authority under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) or designated as Schedule I controlled substances under the North Carolina Controlled Substances Act (NCGS Chapter 90, Article 5). Minimum penalties and certain other requirements apply where controlled substance offenses are at issue, pursuant to University Policy 711, "Program to Prevent Use of Illegal Drugs and Alcohol Abuse." That Policy is available online at legal.uncc.edu/policies/up-711 or in the Office of the Dean of Students. G. Setting fires, or misusing or damaging fire safety equipment or elevators. H. Furnishing false information to the University; failing to report to the Office of the Dean of Students any criminal felony convictions that are entered against one (a) during the time between application for admission to the University and enrollment at the University, (b) during enrollment at the University, or (c) during any periods between enrollments at the University (such as the summer or during a withdrawal period) prior to returning to the University; misrepresenting or concealing one's organizational affiliation(s) or sponsorship(s) for the purpose of enticing another person into joining or participating in a group or organization; misrepresenting to a third party one’s affiliation or enrollment status with the University. I. Forgery, unauthorized alteration, or unauthorized use or misuse of any document or instrument of identification (ID); displaying or using an ID that is not one’s own or is fictitious, canceled, revoked, suspended, or altered; counterfeiting, loaning, or selling an ID to another person not entitled thereto. K. Theft or attempted theft of University or individual property or services; breaking and entering into University property or the property of individuals on campus (including, but not limited to, private automobiles); the unauthorized use or access to private or confidential information in any medium; possessing stolen property; or possessing property that is not your own without owner authorization. L. Destroying, defacing, tampering with, or damaging the property of others or University property, including, but not limited to, chalking, spray painting, or otherwise marking without appropriate University approval. M. Failing to comply with the reasonable directions of University officials, including but not limited to campus police officers or Housing and Residence Life Staff, acting in performance of their duties. N. Violating, aiding in violation of, or concealing evidence in violation of published University policies or regulations. Such policies or regulations include but are not limited to all Housing and Residence Life policies and the residence hall contract, as well as regulations relating to entry and use of University facilities, use of vehicles and amplifying equipment, campus demonstrations, and misuse of identification cards. O. Possessing, consuming, or distributing alcoholic beverages without University authorization, including but not limited to: 1. operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or while impaired by the consumption of alcohol; 2. possessing or consuming alcoholic beverages by students less than twenty-one years of age; 3. displaying or consumption of alcoholic beverages in campus residences by students less than twenty-one years |
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