Nomenclature Change
Overview
Non-thesis options in Master’s programs tend to be noted either with separate degree nomenclature (e.g., MCD –Master of Communication Disorder) or as a non-thesis option in a Master of Science. The process below should be followed when an academic unit wishes to convert from one applied nomenclature to the other.
If the program wishes to change doctoral nomenclature (e.g., changing an EdD to a PhD) please email the Provost’s Office for more information (provost@auburn.edu).
Process Details
To convert degree nomenclature within a master’s program the originating academic unit should:
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Submit Proposal into CIM
Input the change into the Curriculum Inventory Management System (CIM) for review and approval by appropriate unit, college and university committees. A CIM training guide is available for assistance. Because this change is complex, please email bulletin@auburn.edu for detailed information about how to submit the proposal.
University committees (graduate and undergraduate) meet once a month and usually review all proposals received by the first of that month. The undergraduate committee does not meet in the summer months.
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Request Provost Approval and Prepare for the Board of Trustees
Upon university committee approval, submit to the Provost the following item to request Provost approval and Board of Trustees review:
The Provost reviews approval requests throughout the year. However, the Board of Trustees meets only seven times per year.
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Request Alabama Commission on Higher Education Review
Upon Board approval, work with the university’s ACHE Coordinator to prepare and submit the following item for the Alabama Commission on Higher Education:
The Commission meets four times per year.
Process Completion
After approvals, the Registrar will build a new Banner structure to reflect the new name; this usually occurs within a month of final approval. The college or school is responsible for ensuring that students in the program are moved to the new structure.
