Some universities and technical schools in the United Kingdom have established a new discipline of environmental science usually rooted in, but distinct from ecology, geology, and planning. The article describes such a program at the New University of Ulster. (Author/SA)

Describes the environmental health major and the toxic substance control specialization at Oakland University in Michigan. Also includes degree requirements and course descriptions. (DKM)

Examines the argument that the majority of postsecondary students require more than four years to complete baccalaureate programs. Reports that students who transfer from another institution generally require even more time. Finds that variance in time to degree is explained by demographic factors unique to the student. (Contains 14 references.)…

Described is the situation in the field of continuing engineering education (CEE) in Europe, especially the European Society for Engineering Education and Helsinki University of Technology. The need and structure of the Professional Development degree is introduced. (Author/YP)

This document lists minimum qualifications for California community college faculty and administrative positions. The list guides these education professionals in determining the academic requirements in their field, for both disciplines requiring a master's degree and disciplines in which a master's degree is not generally expected or available.…

A collection of nine papers related to international recognition of studies and degrees is presented. The papers are as follows: "Problems of Equivalence of Studies and Diplomas in Higher Education Systems" (Hanna Jablonska-Skinder); "Unveiling the Hidden Information in Credentials: A Proposal to Introduce a 'Supplement to Higher…

The requirements for the doctoral degree in English and the need for college English teachers are discussed. Three possible courses of action are considered--(1) to do nothing, (2) to adopt an intermediate degree, and (3) to transform the Ph.D. into a more suitable degree for contemporary conditions. The value of the intermediate degree is…

Information from the National Association of Schools of Music annual report provides information concerning: (1) enrollment and degrees awarded; (2) admission and graduation; (3) faculty; (4) administration; (5) operating expenditures; (6) credit-hour production; (7) ratios; (8) undergraduate music scholarships; and (9) new music facilities. Data…

This document describes the overall organization of study areas and learning activities to be undertaken for completion of an Empire State College degree. When formulated and officially approved it becomes the framework within which particular contracts are designed. The framework is divided into five sections: application, timing, assistance,…

The Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York established Regents External Degrees as an alternate route to a college degree. Specifically designed for those individuals who choose to learn on their own, the program is based on the philosophy that what a person knows is more important than how he learned it. Thus, on-campus…

Excerpt from the paper, "A Cannibalistic View of Graduate Education, presented at the meeting of the Council of Graduate Schools, December 4-6, 1969, in Washington, D.C. (DS)

Describes the steps in utilizing fast-tracking to phase out the overloaded two-year Outdoor Recreation Technician Co-op program at Seneca College (Ontario) and phase in a one-year graduate Outdoor Recreation Certificate program with a lower teacher-student ratio. A concept model relates generalist core skills to specializations and outdoor…

Those seeking or those who have obtained a communications degree often ask what they can do with their degree. Their quest for universal employment categories uniquely appropriate for communication majors is shaped by four beliefs: (1) content expertise is the primary asset the communication major brings to a potential employer; (2) communication…

It was the purpose of the study to allow a limited number of students (200) at St. Cloud State College (now a university) in Minnesota an opportunity to design their own programs of study without regard to college curriculum regulations. The pilot program was limited to students working for a bachelor of arts degree (liberal arts). Two control…

For a 1969 report on graduate programs in English, the Association of Departments of English obtained information from chairmen or directors of graduate study in English at 223 institutions. This document contains some of the information collected for the full report (available through ERIC as "Graduate Programs in English: A 1969…