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The Ph.D. program in American studies balances flexibility and a focus on students' own areas of interest with requirements designed to insure knowledge of key issues and texts in the interdisciplinary study of American culture. Ph.D. students must complete 20 courses (60 hours). Those who enter the program with an M.A. may count up to 9 hours of previous study toward the degree. Three specific courses-AMST 700, AMST 701, and AMST 901-are required to be completed between the first and third year. Students supplement that core institutional track with other courses offered by American Studies core faculty and those in a variety of associated graduate programs, such as anthropology, English, geography, history, music, or religious studies. Students pursuing the Ph.D. take two comprehensive exams, one in American studies (which is fulfilled by completion of AMST 700 and AMST 701) and another in an area of specialization developed in consultation with their advisors before beginning their dissertation work. They are also expected to participate actively in the departmental colloquium. Students who join the department with a master's degree can expect to spend less time on coursework than those who enter with an undergraduate degree, although students admitted with a master's degree in a field other than American studies may need to take some additional courses as they progress toward the American studies Ph.D. The graduate studies committee will make the determination on an individual basis. Students who enter with an undergraduate degree may choose to earn the M.A. at the end of their second year, upon completion the portfolio project, before proceeding to preparation for comprehensive examinations and the dissertation.
The M.A. program in folklore balances flexibility and a focus on students' own areas of interest with requirements designed to insure knowledge of key issues and texts in the discipline. Master's students must complete 10 courses (30 hours). Two specific courses-Approaches to Folklore Theory (FOLK 850) and The Art of Ethnography (FOLK 860)-are required, and students must take three additional courses offered by core faculty. Students take the remainder of their courses in a variety of associated graduate programs, including American studies, anthropology, communication, English, history, music, and religious studies, or they may take advantage of the opportunity to enroll in courses at neighboring universities, particularly those offered at the Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University. Students pursuing an M.A. must compile a critical literature review at the beginning of their third semester and must complete and defend a thesis at the end of their second year of study.
The Ph.D. program in business administration is designed for individuals who plan careers in research and teaching. A limited number of students are admitted each year, resulting in a high-quality learning environment that emphasizes rigor and personal attention. Although many students enter the program with an M.B.A., this degree is not a requirement for admission. However, an M.B.A. from an accredited institution usually allows the student to waive some of the business fundamentals requirements. Prior to admission to the doctoral program, students are expected to have knowledge of elementary calculus and basic computer skills. A foreign language is not required for graduation from the program. Research and teaching assistantships are available on a competitive basis. The requirements for the Ph.D. in business administration are as follows: Business Fundamentals. All Ph.D. students are expected to possess or to acquire a basic knowledge of accounting, finance, marketing, organizational behavior, and production. This requirement involves a level of competence roughly equivalent to the M.B.A. core courses on these topics. Most students entering with an M.B.A. or similar degree meet this requirement without additional coursework. Appropriate courses will be recommended for students who do not meet this requirement prior to beginning the program. Economics. All Ph.D. students are expected to possess or to acquire knowledge of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory. The basic requirement is an M.B.A. or graduate-level course on each topic. Once again, most students with an M.B.A. meet this requirement without additional coursework. However, individual areas within the business school (e.g., finance) may require that students take specific courses after entering the program to meet this requirement. Appropriate courses will be recommended for students who do not meet this requirement prior to beginning the program. Research Methods/Quantitative Methodologies. All Ph.D. students are required to take five courses (15 hours) in research methods/quantitative methodologies. At least one course (three hours) must be a research methods course covering topics such as the philosophy of science, research design, sample selection, etc. At least three of the courses (nine hours) must focus on quantitative methodologies such as statistics, operations research, econometrics, etc. The fifth course (three hours) may be a more specialized research methods course (e.g., survey research, lab experimentation) or another quantitative methodologies course. Major Area of Concentration. All Ph.D. students are required to declare a major area. The major area consists of six courses (18 hours). Students may concentrate in one of the following areas: Accounting Operations Finance Organizational Behavior Marketing Strategy and Entrepreneurship These courses may be a combination of required courses offered within the major area, required courses offered outside of the major area, or approved elective courses. Supporting Area. All Ph.D. students are required to declare a supporting area. The supporting area consists of four courses (12 hours). The supporting area allows the student to develop a strong expertise in an area related to the student's research and teaching interests. These courses are usually drawn from a single area within the business school or from a specific outside department, but a student may assemble four courses from more than one area if the courses represent a coherent package. Research Paper. During the summer and fall following the first year, all Ph.D. students are required to complete a research paper. The paper must be evaluated and approved by the student's faculty. The primary purpose of this paper is to provide the student with important research experience and to develop research and writing skills. Most of these papers are later presented at professional meetings, and many lead to publication. Some papers develop into dissertations. Comprehensive Examination. All Ph.D. students must pass a written comprehensive examination on the student's major area of concentration and on relevant material from the other requirements. Students usually take this examination after completing coursework, typically at the end of the second year. Some areas may require an oral examination after completion of the written examination. Dissertation. All Ph.D. students are required to complete a dissertation prior to graduation from the program. The dissertation is a thorough theoretical and empirical investigation of a specific problem important to the student's major area. The dissertation's value is in its contribution to knowledge, in the scholarly manner in which it is organized and presented, and in the demonstrated development of the student's conceptual and research skills. Before substantial work on the dissertation is undertaken, a written dissertation proposal must be presented and approved by the student's dissertation committee. In most cases, the dissertation proposal is completed during the student's third or fourth year in residence and the dissertation is completed during the fifth year. Teaching and Research. All students are required to serve as teaching assistants for at least one semester and as research assistants for at least one semester. Students are also required to work with faculty members prior to that semester on the development of their teaching skills.
The Ph.D. at UNC is an inquiry-based degree, offering students the opportunity to build unique programs of study around their respective research interests. The program requires the student to define a program of study organized by an evolving research question or research problem. The program ensures foundational study in subdisciplines of communication studies, including rhetoric, performance studies, media arts, media and technology studies, interpersonal and organizational communication, and cultural studies. The program encourages interdisciplinary work across these areas and across disciplines to enhance one's ability to address the research question or problem, while at the same time helping to professionalize students for various employment opportunities. The research question or problem and subordinate lines of inquiry that help to define it serve as the basis for selecting coursework, for developing integrative reading lists for the doctoral comprehensive exam, and for completing a major, original research project in the form of a doctoral dissertation. All students - whether admitted with a baccalaureate degree or a master’s degree - are admitted to the doctoral program; the department does not offer a terminal M.A. degree. Doctoral students (admitted with M.A. or equivalent) complete a minimum of 45 hours of coursework, including 4 core courses (12 hours), 10 research courses (30 hours), 2 professional development courses (COMM 702 and COMM 907 for 6 hours). Dissertation research hours are additional. Students admitted with a baccalaureate degree or equivalent take additional coursework and complete a qualifying exam in their third semester. A student may also wish to pursue formal or independent minors or certifications, language competence related to research, and/or additional courses as needed or desired. All students must demonstrate methodological competence through completion of one professional development course (COMM 702 for 3.0 credit hours). To learn more, please visit the Communication website.
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) provides students with research and teaching skills in epidemiology through coursework, doctoral research, practice opportunities, and preliminary doctoral examinations. Course List 1: Students with a prior public health degree are not required to take SPHG 600; exemptions are available for those with non-public health degrees from accredited SPHs. Students should discuss this with their Academic Coordinator. 2: Please contact your Program Specialist for additional guidance in the case of exemptions. 3: Other options can be approved by individual petition to Academic Coordinator for review by Graduate Studies Committee. 4: HBEH 762 only meets the Advanced Statistics Requirement if it is the 3 credit version. 5: Students must enroll in a minimum of two semesters (6 hours) of EPID 994.
Admitted online master's students can transfer credit for up to three certificate courses (9 hours) toward the degree program. They complete the same application as other applicants but may seek recommendation letters from certificate instructors and highlight in application materials their successes in the certificate program. Certificate students and graduates are not automatically admitted to the master’s program. Course List Back to Top
The Odum Institute’s graduate Certificate in Survey Science (CSS) teaches students and working professionals specialized skills in survey design, data collection methods, data analysis and reporting. Fully online, the 12-hour program is designed for people wanting to strengthen their research capabilities while gaining practical skills in survey science. Applying knowledge and skills gained from the CSS helps graduates pursue employment and advance careers not only within survey research but in a variety of fields such as the social sciences, business, data science, public health, education, social work, journalism, political science, and public administration. Course List 1: Every Spring. 2: Every Fall. 3: Spring (even-numbered years). Course List Work Experience Requirement: To receive the Certificate, students must demonstrate a minimum of 40 hours of supervised work experience related to some aspect(s) of survey operations. This work experience must be: - Under the mentorship or supervision of a faculty member or trained survey professional. - Related to survey design/preparation, data collection, sampling, data processing or other survey activities that have been approved by the CSS program director. - Documented in a letter from the mentoring faculty member, supervisor or employer. The letter should describe the nature of the work experience and verify that student devoted at least 40 hours to activities related to survey operations. Students with the requisite work experience need only provide the required documentation to fulfill this requirement. Students without 40 hours of survey operations experience may make their own arrangements to obtain it, but should seek pre-approval from the CSS program director to ensure the experiences will satisfy the Certificate requirement. When needed, the Certificate program staff will arrange an unpaid assignment for the student totaling 40 hours of work in survey operations at UNC or a partnering organization. For details on submitting documentation of work experience, see the Work Experience Information Sheet. Short courses in survey science of choice (28 hours). Back to Top
Requisites: Pre- or Co-requisites, NURS 715, 720, 750, 752, 810, 825, and 827. Grading Status: Letter grade. NURS 829. Advanced Practicum in Sexual and Reproductive Health: Clinical & Simulation for Advanced Nursing Pra. 2 Credits. This course provides nurse practitioner students with applied clinical and laboratory experiences in sexual and reproductive health across the lifespan, with emphasis on prenatal and postpartum care. Students will integrate family-centered and culturally responsive approaches while developing advanced assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and management skills for sexual and reproductive health conditions. Through supervised clinical practice (90 hours) and simulation/laboratory learning (22.5 hours), students demonstrate competency in patient care, interprofessional collaboration, and evidence-based decision-making.
