The Graduate College admits students into programs leading to both professional and research-oriented advanced degrees beyond the bachelor's degree. The master's and doctoral degrees are awarded to students completing programs that culminate in research and creative endeavors. The Ph.D. degree is the highest university award, conferred on candidates who have proven their ability as scholars and original researchers. For a list of ASU graduate degrees, see graduate degree listings at: www.asu.edu/aad/catalogs/graduate/grad-degs.html.
Academic Integrity
The highest standards of academic integrity are expected of all graduate students, both in the academic coursework and in their related research activities. The failure of any graduate student to meet these standards may result in serious consequences including suspension or expulsion from the university and/or other sanctions as specified in the academic integrity policies of individual colleges as well as the university.
Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to: cheating, fabrication, tampering, plagiarism, or aiding and/or facilitating such activities. At the graduate level, it is expected that students are familiar with these issues and each student must take personal responsibility in their work. In addition, graduate students are expected to follow university guidelines related to the Student Code of Conduct. University policies related to academic integrity and code of conduct are available in the Office of Student Life, or at http://www.asu.edu/studentaffairs/studentlife/judicial.
Graduate Student Responsibilities
Graduate students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with all graduate policies and procedures. Each student should also communicate directly with her/his degree program department to be clear on its expectations for degree completion.
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* Effective October 28, 2009