STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLOs) All graduate students are strongly encouraged to read UT expectations of graduate Tyler’s studies at . To achieve the departmental and university goals for graduate education, students seeking a M.S. degree in Biology will be: Required to demonstrate: Core knowledge of Biology The ability to conduct original research, including the analysis and interpretation of data In-depth knowledge in area of specialization General knowledge of current issues and methods in science and technology and develop lifelong habits for maintaining this currency The ability to write scientifically sound research proposals and manuscripts The ability to orally present scientific information and research ideas Expected to: (experiences will be provided to achieve these outcomes but they will not be assessed as SLOs) Develop critical thinking skills and the ability to apply the scientific method Practice ethical and professional behavior and demonstrate social responsibility Work collaboratively and with individuals of diverse backgrounds Exhibit safe practices in the laboratory and field to protect human and environmental welfare Registration of Courses Registration of course each semester is the responsibility and is done electronically student’s through their myuttyler account Graduate students (GTAs or GRAs) must register for at least 9 (). credit hours in the fall and spring semester. The last semester is an exception where students must enroll for a minimum of three credit hours (Thesis II). International students have very specific instructions to follow to maintain their F-1 visas (http://www.uttyler.edu/graduate/intl/intl-admissions/index.php). Failure to follow these requirements will result in the loss of lawful F-1 student status as well as the eligibility for F-1 benefits such as employment. The requirements are as follows: Report to the school listed on your Form I-20. Follow the US Department of Homeland Security and University transfer procedures to attend a new school. Do not work without authorization and follow F-1 rules regarding on-campus and campus employment. Always have a valid, unexpired passport and Form I-20. An unexpired F-1 visa is not required to maintain F-1 status. Update your Form I-20 if you change majors or educational level. Notify the University and the ISSFS of each change of local address within 10 days of the move. Notify the University by updating your address through your myUTTyler account. Notify ISSFS by sending an email to issfs@uttyler.edu.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLOs) All graduate students are strongly encouraged to read UT Tyler’s expectations of graduate studies at . To achieve the departmental and university goals for graduate education, students seeking a M.S. degree in Biology will be: Required to demonstrate: Core knowledge of Biology The ability to conduct original research, including the analysis and interpretation of data In-depth knowledge in area of specialization General knowledge of current issues and methods in science and technology and develop lifelong habits for maintaining this currency The ability to write scientifically sound research proposals and manuscripts The ability to orally present scientific information and research ideas Expected to: (experiences will be provided to achieve these outcomes but they will not be assessed as SLOs) Develop critical thinking skills and the ability to apply the scientific method Practice ethical and professional behavior and demonstrate social responsibility Work collaboratively and with individuals of diverse backgrounds Exhibit safe practices in the laboratory and field to protect human and environmental welfare Registration of Courses Registration of course each semester is the student’s responsibility and is done electronically through their myuttyler account (). Graduate students (GTAs or GRAs) must register for at least 9 credit hours in the fall and spring semester. The last semester is an exception where students must enroll for a minimum of three credit hours (Thesis II). International students have very specific instructions to follow to maintain their F-1 visas (http://www.uttyler.edu/graduate/intl/intl-admissions/index.php). Failure to follow these requirements will result in the loss of lawful F-1 student status as well as the eligibility for F-1 benefits such as employment. The requirements are as follows: Report to the school listed on your Form I-20. Follow the US Department of Homeland Security and University transfer procedures to attend a new school. Do not work without authorization and follow F-1 rules regarding on-campus and employment. Always have a valid, unexpired passport and Form I-20. An unexpired F-1 visa is not required to maintain F-1 status. Update your Form I-20 if you change majors or educational level. Notify the University and the ISSFS of each change of local address within 10 days of the move. Notify the University by updating your address through your myUTTyler account. Notify ISSFS by sending an email to issfs@uttyler.edu. campus