Graduate Catalog 1993-1994
Degrees and Degree Requirements
Degrees Offered

   DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY. The University of Delaware offers the degree
of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in animal science, art conservation
research, art history, biological sciences, chemistry and
biochemistry, climatology, computer and information sciences,
criminology, economics, education, engineering (chemical, civil,
electrical, materials science, and mechanical), English, family
studies, geology, history, linguistics, marine studies, neuroscience,
oceanography, operations research, physics, plant and soil sciences,
political science, psychology, sociology, statistics, and urban
affairs and public policy. In addition to the general requirements
outlined in this section of the catalog, there is a section in the
catalog for each instructional major which explains specific
requirements for the degree in that department.

   DOCTOR OF EDUCATION. The degree of Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in
educational leadership is offered by the College of Education. In
addition to the general requirements outlined in this section of the
catalog, there is a section in the catalog explaining the special
requirements for this degree.

   MASTER OF ARTS. The academic research degree of Master of Arts
(M.A.) is offered in art, art history, chemistry and biochemistry,
communication, criminology, early American culture, economics,
economics for educators, education, English, foreign languages and
literatures, geography, history, international relations, liberal
studies, linguistics, marine studies, mathematics, political science,
physical education, psychology, school psychology, sociology, and
urban affairs and public policy.

   MASTER OF SCIENCE. The academic research degree of Master of
Science (M.S.) is offered in accounting, animal science, art
conservation, biological sciences, chemistry and biochemistry,
computer and information sciences, economics, entomology, food
science, human nutrition, geography, geology, individual and family
studies, marine studies, mathematics, operations research, physical
education, physics, plant and soil sciences, public horticulture
administration, and statistics.

   MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION and MASTER OF ARTS IN
ECONOMICS/MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. The professional degree
of Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) and the combined
professional degree of Master of Arts in Economics/Master of Business
Administration are offered by the College of Business and Economics.

   MASTER OF EDUCATION. The programs leading to the professional
degree of Master of Education (M.Ed.) are designed particularly for
teachers and administrators in the public schools. Areas of
concentration are college counseling, curriculum and instruction,
educational leadership, exceptional children, school counseling, and
secondary education.

   MASTER OF INSTRUCTION. The Master of Instruction (M.I.)
professional degree program is designed to help teachers improve the
quality of instruction in their classrooms. Individualized programs
may include studies in curriculum development and implementation,
teaching strategies, assessing student achievement, economics
education, and other areas related to teaching. The degree is under
the supervision of the Department of Educational Development in the
College of Education.

   MASTER'S DEGREES IN ENGINEERING. The academic research degrees of
Master of Chemical Engineering (M.Ch.E.), Master of Civil Engineering
(M.C.E.), Master of Electrical Engineering (M.E.E.), Master of
Mechanical Engineering (M.M.E.), and Master of Materials Science and
Engineering (M.M.S.E.) are conferred under the direction of each of
these departments in the College of Engineering.

   MASTER OF APPLIED SCIENCES. The academic research degree of Master
of Applied Sciences (M.A.S.) may be earned in civil engineering.

   MASTER OF FINE ARTS. The Department of Art and the Department of
Theatre offer individually planned programs leading to the Master of
Fine Arts (M.F.A.). In art, a program with studio concentrations is
offered to outstanding students preparing for professional careers in
most areas of fine arts, photography, and crafts. In theatre,
exceptionally talented students pursue training that prepares them for
a successful professional career in acting, costume production,
directing, stage management, or technical production.

   MASTER OF MARINE POLICY. The degree of Master of Marine Policy
(M.M.P.) is a unique professional degree designed for individuals
seeking or continuing careers in government, business, or public
interest organizations that are concerned about marine policy. It is
conferred under the supervision of the College of Marine Studies
utilizing the research facilities of the Center for the Study of
Marine Policy.

   MASTER OF MUSIC. The Master of Music (M.M.) degree program (with
concentrations in performance or teaching) is designed to prepare
students for careers in the field of music either as performers or as
music educators.

   MASTER OF PHYSICAL THERAPY. The Master of Physical Therapy
(M.P.T.) is a professional program preparing students to deliver
direct patient care in an integrated process that includes
examination, evaluation, planning, supervision, and performance of
treatment programs.

   MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION. The Master of Public
Administration (M.P.A.) professional degree program is designed for
persons in or seeking to enter governmental service and related
occupations. It is offered by the College of Urban Affairs and Public
Policy in conjunction with the Department of Political Science and
International Relations.

   MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING. The Master of Science in Nursing
(M.S.N.) is designed to prepare clinical nurse specialists, nurse
administrators, and family nurse practitioners.