Arts and Sciences

General Studies (BGS)

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of their chosen primary or secondary area of concentration within the College of Arts and Sciences.

Testimonial coming soon

• Students will demonstrate how the BGS Program has prepared them for their future academic and professional goals.

• Students will demonstrate appropriate writing skills in Writing Intensive (WI) classes in one or more of their areas of concentration within the College of Arts and Sciences.

Biological Sciences

Biology (BS)

• To recognize that living systems are inherently variable and to be able to understand and then conduct experiments appropriately, reflecting the students' abilities to apply statistical and research skills in a biological context.

"My degree has prepared me for medical school and a future career as a physician by providing courses that are relevant in preparing for the medical school curriculum. Said courses are also taught by top-notch professors who ensure that the courses are taught with a rigor and pace that will help to prepare students for success in medical school and beyond. The content of the courses also directly align with material to be covered in medical school, so by taking the right courses in the biology department, I have found that I am well-prepared for medical school."

- Parker McCabe, Bachelor's in Biology

• To have developed a cumulative and integrated knowledge of one or more biological disciplines at a level sufficient for admission to graduate and/or professional schools, or successfully getting a position in the public domain.

• To be able to explain the underlying evidence for, identify the strengths and limitations of, and reason with, all of the major theories of modern biology, including the cell theory, the theories of inheritance and molecular genetics, and the theory of evolution.

• Students will be able to reason scientifically and properly identify situations when such reasoning should be applied to the evaluation of data, hypotheses, and theories in Biology.

Biological Sciences

Biology (MS)

• To have a broad understanding of biology and be able to discuss basic concepts both generally and in the students' respective areas of research.

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• To be able to pursue an advanced degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D., or D.D.S) upon completion of their M.S. degree or be prepared to successfully compete for a job.

• To ultimately be able to present research findings at regional, national or international meetings and publish their results in peer reviewed journals. In addition to be able to write grant proposals and fund research.

Biological Sciences

Biology (PhD)

• To have a broad understanding of biology and be able to discuss fundamental biological concepts both generally and specifically in the students' respective areas of research.

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• Upon graduation, to be able to successfully compete for positions in academia or industry.

• To have demonstrated the ability to teach at the undergraduate level.

• To ultimately be able to present research findings at regional, national or international meetings and publish their results in peer reviewed journals. In addition to be able to write grant proposals and fund research.

Biological Sciences

Cell and Molecular Biology (BS)

• To have an appreciation and knowledge of current techniques commonly used in cell and molecular research and how to design experiments using these techniques and analyze the results.

"Texas Tech University's Biological Sciences department and the university as a whole have efficiently prepared me for success through rigorous academic courses as well as opportunities outside of the classroom with research as an example. Through my time here, not only did I grow as a wholesome person, but I can also confidently say that I will be successful in my future endeavors within the field of medicine and it is all thanks to my experience here at Texas Tech University."

- Khoung Nguyen, Bachelor's in Cell and Molecular Biology

• To have developed a cumulative and integrated knowledge of one or more cell and/or molecular biological disciplines at a level sufficient for employment in industry, or admission to graduate or professional schools.

• Students will be able to reason scientifically and properly identify situations when such reasoning should be applied to the evaluation of data, hypotheses, and theories in Cell and Molecular Biology.

• To be able explain the underlying evidence for, identify the strengths and limitations of, and reason with, all of the major sub-disciplines of modern cell and molecular biology, including cell theory, molecular genetics, Central Dogma, gene regulation and the molecular evolution.

Biological Sciences

Environmental Sustainability and Natural Resources Management (PSM)

• Upon completion of the degree, students should be able to demonstrate a professional level of communication skills in written and oral form.

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• Upon completion of the degree students will describe what was gained through the internship/capstone experience, cite specific ways in which he or she applied the principles/practices attained from his or her area of concentration in the PSM program through having participated in the internship/capstone program, be able to discuss whether the internship/capstone experience has/has not been what was expected, compile a final written report of the results of research experiences, if undertaken as part of this program, create research or term papers, as required, for graduate classes, seek and participate in interviews for permanent employment, and include all relevant and required information about the internship/capstone experience in his or her student portfolio.

• Upon completion of the degree, students should be able summarize major the concepts in areas of ecology, environmental sustainability and natural resources management.

• Students will demonstrate a graduate level understanding of the content of the required and elective courses that comprise his or her PSM program, professional business skills in communication, finance and accounting, leadership, management, personal development (including business ethics) and team building, scientific and relevant business experiences in the corporate, governmental or non-profit world of work, an understanding about the work culture of the corporate, governmental or non-profit world, and the ability to work effectively without excess supervision in a science-related corporation, governmental or non-profit organization.

• Upon completion of the degree students will demonstrate professional skills relevant to working in a business, governmental or non-governmental agency or non-profit organization.

Biological Sciences

Microbiology (BS)

• To appreciate the practical benefits of microorganisms to humans, including important agricultural, environmental, industrial, medical, and pharmaceutical applications, as well as the complexity of the microbial world as well as its essential role in sustaining life.

"My Microbiology degree has given me the knowledge and skills to pursue a PhD in Microbiology and Immunology, with the goal of researching RNA viruses and teaching at the university level."

Rachel Lahowetz

• To be prepared for future educational opportunities in graduate or professional school programs and/or a career in the workplace.

• To have acquired critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills and understand the basic principles of microbiology, including the areas of general microbiology, physiology, genetics, virology, ecology, immunology, and pathogenic microbiology.

Biological Sciences

Microbiology (MS)

• To have a broad understanding of and be able to discuss basic concepts of microbiology and those specific areas directly related to the student's research.

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• To be able to pursue an advanced degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D., or D.D.S) upon completion of the M.S. degree or be prepared to successfully compete for a job.

• To ultimately be able to present research findings at regional, national or international meetings and publish their results in peer reviewed journals.In addition to be able to write grant proposals and fund research.

Chemistry

Biochemistry (BS)

• Graduates from this program will be able to obtain positions in industry, sales, professional schools, or any other areas for which biochemistry is an essential knowledge base.

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• Graduates from this program will demonstrate proficiency in laboratory skills (including knowledge of safety and ethics).

• Graduates from this program will demonstrate strong content knowledge in biochemistry, focusing on information flow, structure, function, and mechanism within overarching biological contexts. The curriculum also includes experiences that develop student skills essential for their effective performance as scientific professionals. Development of competence in other critical skills necessary for a professional chemist, include: Problem Solving Skills, Chemical Literature and Information Management Skills, Laboratory Safety Skills, Communication Skills, Team Skills, and Ethics. The assessments are performed within individual courses and through capstone courses and labs, as described in other sections of this document.

Chemistry

Biochemistry (BA)

• Graduates from this program will be able to obtain positions in industry, sales, professional schools, or any other areas for which biochemistry is an essential knowledge base.

"I believe that my degree and time at Texas Tech University has prepared me to succeed because I've had opportunities and experiences I never could have attained anywhere else. I plan to attend medical school and one day work with Doctors Without Borders and my goals may not have been possible had I not been a part of the Undergraduate to Medical School Initiative through the Honors College, which has guaranteed me automatic admission to the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine since I was a graduating high school senior. My biochemistry degree has allowed me to take rigorous coursework in both the chemistry and biology departments that have not only prepared me for medical school, but also gave me the opportunity to pursue graduate school or pharmacy school if I had decided otherwise. I learned so much from my professor's and from the curriculum of my degree and I'm so thankful to have made the decision to attend Texas Tech. My favorite motto of our university is that "From here, it's possible." I believe with my whole heart that this is absolutely true."

- Farah Mechref, Bachelor's in Biochemistry

• Graduates from this program will demonstrate proficiency in laboratory skills (including knowledge of safety and ethics).

• Graduates from this program will demonstrate strong content knowledge in biochemistry, focusing on information flow, structure, function, and mechanism within overarching biological contexts. The curriculum also includes experiences that develop student skills essential for their effective performance as scientific professionals. Development of competence in other critical skills necessary for a professional chemist, include: Problem Solving Skills, Chemical Literature and Information Management Skills, Laboratory Safety Skills, Communication Skills, Team Skills, and Ethics. The assessments are performed within individual courses and through capstone courses and labs.

Chemistry

Chemistry (BA)

• Graduates from this program will be able to obtain positions in industry, sales, professional schools, or any other areas for which chemistry is an essential knowledge base.

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• Graduates from this program will demonstrate proficiency in laboratory skills (including knowledge of safety and ethics).

• Graduates from this program will demonstrate content knowledge in five of the traditional sub-disciplines of chemistry and their applicable labs: analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, including both small molecules and macromolecules and undergraduate research as appropriate. The curriculum also includes experiences that develop student skills essential for their effective performance as scientific professionals. Development of competence in other critical skills necessary for a professional chemist, include: Problem Solving Skills, Chemical Literature and Information Management Skills, Laboratory Safety Skills, Communication Skills, Team Skills, and Ethics. The assessments are performed within individual courses and through capstone courses and labs.

Chemistry

Chemistry (BS)

• Graduates from this program will be able to obtain positions in industry, sales, professional schools, or any other areas for which chemistry is an essential knowledge base.

Testimonial coming soon

• Graduates from this program will demonstrate proficiency in laboratory skills (including knowledge of safety and ethics).

• Graduates from this program will demonstrate content knowledge in five of the traditional sub-disciplines of chemistry and their applicable labs: analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, including both small molecules and macromolecules and undergraduate research as appropriate. The curriculum also includes experiences that develop student skills essential for their effective performance as scientific professionals. Development of competence in other critical skills necessary for a professional chemist, include: Problem Solving Skills, Chemical Literature and Information Management Skills, Laboratory Safety Skills, Communication Skills, Team Skills, and Ethics. The assessments are performed within individual courses and through capstone courses and labs.

Chemistry

Chemistry (MS)

• To be able to effectively conduct and design original, in-depth, scientific research in chemistry.

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• To demonstrate advanced knowledge of chemical principles and current scientific research in chemistry.

• To be able to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, the results of new and advanced scientific research in chemistry.

• To demonstrate a working understanding of chemical research safety, ethics, and responsible conduct (RCR).

Chemistry

Chemistry (PhD)

• To be able to effectively conduct and design original, in-depth, scientific research in chemistry.

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• To demonstrate advanced knowledge of chemical principles and current scientific research in chemistry.

• To be able to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, the results of new and advanced scientific research in chemistry.

• To demonstrate a working understanding of chemical research safety, ethics, and responsible conduct (RCR).

Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures

Languages and Cultures (BA)

• Graduating Language and Culture majors will demonstrate second language proficiency no lower than the intermediate-mid level.

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• Students will communicate effectively and think critically.

• Students will show core knowledge of their area of specialization.

Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures

Languages and Cultures (MA)

• Students graduating with an MA degree in Languages and Cultures will be able to articulate in written and oral form their understanding and knowledge of primary and secondary materials in their area of specialization.

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• Students graduating with an MA degree in Languages and Cultures will have the professional skills to go on to the next stage in their career.

• Students graduating with an MA in Languages and Cultures will demonstrate a knowledge of the theoretical foundation of their specialization.

Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures

Romance Languages (MA)

• Students graduating with an MA degree in Romance Languages will be able to articulate in written and oral form their understanding and knowledge of primary and secondary materials in their area of specialization.

"My time at Texas Tech has been an enjoyable journey. When I first came to Tech I was scared and nervous, but I came across great faculty who made my transition from undergrad to grad student an enjoyable one.  The professors are amazing, and I was also offered a job which helped me pay for my tuition. Texas Tech is committed to make students feel welcomed and they fulfill their purpose well."

Dania Martinez

• Students graduating with an MA degree in Romance Languages will have the professional skills to go on to the next stage in their career.

• Students graduating with an MA in Romance Languages will demonstrate a knowledge of the theoretical foundation of their specialization.

Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures

Spanish (BA)

• Graduating Spanish majors will demonstrate second language proficiency no lower than the intermediate-high level.

"In addition to furthering my Spanish reading, speaking, and listening - has improved my adaptability, independence, and communication skills. It's helped me become confident navigating unfamiliar situations and communicating professionally and effectively in different cultural contexts."

Rachel Lahowetz

• Students will communicate effectively and think critically.

• Students will show core knowledge of their area of specialization.

Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures

Spanish (PhD)

• Doctoral students will expand their prior understanding of the fields of Spanish literature or Spanish linguistics to acquire a throughout expertise, and make a significant contribution to either area. Literature students will be able to define and examine literary genres, movements and periods from the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America in order to analyze texts within their socio-historical, cultural and political contexts. Spanish linguistics students will be able to integrate a variety of theoretical frameworks and interdisciplinary approaches to examine questions related to the acquisition of Spanish as a second language, bilingualism, language in contact and language variation, as well as linguistic aspects related to new literacies, technology and heritage language learners.

"I would like to work as a Spanish professor at the university level and, in contrast to others doctorate students from different universities, I have extensive experience doing it. The Spanish department at TTU has given me the opportunity to teach a wide variety of courses in both Lubbock and Seville, Spain campuses. Thanks to these experiences I have developed pedagogical strategies to broaden my students' horizons through the study of cultural aspects or social conflicts related to the Hispanic world."

- Ruben Varona, PhD in Spanish

• Doctoral students will build credentials to acquire a professional identity utilizing their skills (i.e. teaching, publishing, grant-writing, etc.) to end this degree with more job opportunities.

• Doctoral students will demonstrate the ability to perform sophisticated, independent, and original research to expand their fields of expertise.

Economics

Economics (BA)

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of core microeconomic principles and theories.

"My degree has allowed me to better understand financial markets and methods of using economics."

Howard Nichols

• Students will be able to explain and evaluate the philosophical and historical development of economic thought.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of macroeconomic policy approaches and issues.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of core macroeonomic principles and theories.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the workings of markets by using the underlying theories of consumer and firm behavior.

Economics

Economics (BS)

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of core microeconomic principles and theories.

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• Students will be able to analyze economic problems with empirical and quantitative methods.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of macroeconomic policy approaches and issues.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of core macroeonomic principles and theories.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the workings of markets by using the underlying theories of consumer and firm behavior.

Economics

Economics (MA)

• Students under the non-thesis option will demonstrate that they are able to apply economic theory to policy questions.

"The graduate program in economics helped me to broaden my knowledge in economic theory and estimation through the high quality graduate courses and knowledgeable professors. I specifically could enhance my software skills in Stata software. This software package is one of the highly demanded software packages and the proficiency in the software could help me search a wide variety of careers that need the experts in this programming."

Mohammad Nabi Khawari

• Students under the non-thesis option will demonstrate a substantial understanding of macroeconomic theory.

• Students under the non-thesis option will demonstrate a substantial understanding of microeconomic theory.

• Students under the thesis option will demonstrate the ability to carry out research in a particular area of economics.

Economics

Economics (PhD)

• Students will demonstrate a substantial knowledge of three areas of specialization (teaching/research areas) in economics.

"In field courses, I learned how to use analyzing tools like GTAP, R, Stata and Matlab. In writing dissertations, Dr. Noel, other committee members and professors in the department like Dr. Gittings provided patient guidance, and their suggestions were very helpful. In job application, professors in the department also provide a lot of supports."

- Hongjie Qiang, PhD in Economics

• Students will demonstrate a substantial knowledge of macroeconomic theory.

• Students will demonstrate a substantial knowledge of understanding of microeconomic theory.

• Students will demonstrate a substantial knowledge of mathematical and statistical tools used in economics.

• Students will be able to produce original research in their area of research specialization.

Economics

International Economics (BSINECO)

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of core microeconomic principles and theories.

Testimonial coming soon

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the operations and economic impacts of multinational firms.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of international finance theory and issues.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of international trade theory and policy.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of core macroeonomic principles and theories.

English

English (MA)

• Students will demonstrate knowledge of the range and variety of linguistic and literary materials and range and variety of possible critical approaches.

Testimonial coming soon

• Students will demonstrate their understanding of English as a profession through critical reflection and self-assessment through either writing a self-reflective essay to the portfolio or writing an introduction to the MA thesis.

• Student will demonstrate competence in research methods or critical theory.

English

English (PhD)

• Students will demonstrate knowledge of the range and variety of linguistic and literary materials, as well as the range and variety of possible critical approaches.

"Thanks to faculty mentorship and professional development opportunities, I feel equipped to excel in my career as a college professor. My time at Texas Tech was challenging, yet rewarding."

Apryl Lewis

• Students will demonstrate their understanding of English as a profession through critical reflection and self-assessment, particularly toward clarification of professional identity and objectives.

• Students will demonstrate competence in research methods and critical theory.

• Students who intend to go into academia after graduation will demonstrate their ability to teach literature at the college level.

English

English Creative Writing and Literature and Language (BA)

• Students will be able to discuss literature in one of the three major genres by identifying the basic terminology and aesthetic values of poetry; to understand the concept of “a direct impression of life” as it applies to fiction and nonfiction texts; and to understand the ethical demands in writing nonfiction and fiction texts and distinguishing between the two.

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• Students will be able to give and receive criticism of their own work and others' work that is articulate, constructive, and wise.

• Students will be able to identify the conventions that define one of three literary genres (fiction, poetry, and creative/narrative nonfiction) and the subgenres within that genre.

• To demonstrate competence in the writing of one of the three major genres.

• Students graduating with an undergraduate degree in Literature and Language should be able to demonstrate, in writing, competence in critical theory, methodologies, and their application.

• Students graduating with an undergraduate degree in Literature and Language should be able to analyze texts and articulate textual interpretations across diverse traditions and various subject positions.

• Students graduating with an undergraduate degree in Literature and Language should be able to comprehensively articulate, in writing, key components of literary history.

• Students will write academically and analytically in response to their readings of diverse texts, supporting interpretative positions with examples, explanations, and textual evidence, and using the field's conventions of style and documentation.

• Students will demonstrate close readings and analytical interpretations of diverse texts; will demonstrate their abilities to discuss diverse texts with discipline-specific language; and will be able to situate diverse texts within historical, cultural, and generic contexts.

• Students will show capabilities in using appropriate online databases and library resources, and in the methods of conducting discipline-appropriate research; will correctly integrate researched resources into their interpretative and analytical compositions; and will demonstrate an ability to use various critical strategies and theoretical paradigms in responding to literature.

English

Technical Communication (BA)

• Contribute productively to document development teams.

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• Research information needs of document readers, users of technology, and decision makers.

• Design documents using both text and graphics appropriate for a variety of workplace readers in national and international settings.

• Demonstrate readiness to enter employment in technical communication or a related field.

• Execute the industry-accepted processes for developing and managing instructional, informational, and persuasive documents in a workplace context.

English

Technical Communication (MA)

• Students will be able to analyze and respond appropriately to rhetorical situations and key issues in the field, including the differing goals and agendas of audiences, organizations, and societies.

"Texas Tech University, specifically the English Department, prepared me to succeed in my career as a Technical Writer by providing me the opportunity to complete real-word projects. For example, I was able to edit documents for companies that went live and built pieces that I was able to use after graduation in my professional portfolio. All of this, along with the outstanding amount of support and teaching experience I had, helped me to secure a position as a Technical Writer after graduation."

Victoria McBride

• Students will be able to use a variety of appropriate communication technologies and media.

• Students will be able to demonstrate sensitivity to the ethical, professional, and cultural issues that face technical communicators.

• Students demonstrate a sense of professionalism and a commitment to the profession.

• Students will be able to enter doctoral programs in rhetoric, technical communication, and related fields.

• Students will be able to demonstrate the capacity to enter the workforce in technical communication as advanced hires.

• Students will be able to create effective and user-centered technical documentation justified with relevant theory.

English

Technical Communication and Rhetoric (PhD)

• Students will be able to analyze technical communication situations and documents from a variety of theoretical and rhetorical perspectives.

"First, I observed exceptional teaching practices by TTU faculty that helped me improve my performance in my university position. Second, through my distance program that included a requirement for an on-site class and participation in a seminar on campus each summer, I became part of a vibrant community of scholars that influenced and inspired my research. Third, the skills I learned as a doctoral candidate are helping me make contributions as a board member of two non-profits in my community."

Leslie Hankey 

• Students will demonstrate a sense of professionalism and a commitment to the profession.

• Students will demonstrate the capacity to enter the professoriate in programs of rhetoric, technical communication, composition, and related fields.

• Students who intend to enter the workforce in technical communication will do so as managers, researchers, and advanced hires.

• Students will be able to employ appropriate research methodologies to produce scholarship that extends knowledge in the disciplines of technical communication and rhetoric.

• Students will be able to prepare scholarship for presentation and publication.

Environmental Toxicology

Environmental Toxicology (MS)

• Students will have an advanced working knowledge of the paradigms of toxicology and will have demonstrated critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills.

Testimonial coming soon

• Presenting and Publishing the Results of Scientific Research.

• Engaging in Scientific Research Projects.

Environmental Toxicology

Environmental Toxicology (PhD)

• Students will have an advanced working knowledge of the paradigms of toxicology and will have demonstrated critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills.

"Texas Tech has prepared me by improving my writing skills, speaking skills through seminars, teamwork, and problem solving. Texas Tech has also taught me how to take initiative. By doing so I was able to start a mentoring program for graduate students and postdoctoral women this semester. In addition to that, I've developed my leadership skills, attention to details and improved my time management skills. I was prepared to become an everyday worker and now, I have strong faith in the knowledge that I have achieved that I will be successful in my future job."

- Shanoy Anderson, PhD in Environmental Toxicology

• Presenting and Publishing the Results of Scientific Research.

• Engaging in Scientific Research Projects.

Geosciences

Atmospheric Science (MS)

• Upon graduation, students have demonstrated a thorough fundamental knowledge of topics in Atmospheric Science.

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• Upon graduation, students can communicate effectively in written and oral form.

• Upon graduation, students can communicate effectively in written and oral form.

• Upon graduation, student will have conducted an original piece of significant research.

• Upon graduation, student will have conducted an original piece of significant research.

Geosciences

Geography (BA)

• By graduation, students can write clearly and concisely.

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• Students can make an original and professional-quality map using a variety of data sources.

• Students will analyze and explain how humans interact with the natural environment.

Geosciences

Geography (MS)

• Students have demonstrated a thorough fundamental knowledge of topics in Geography.

Testimonial coming soon

• Students can communicate effectively.

• Students will have conducted a significant piece of original research.

Geosciences

Geosciences (BA)

• Students will be able to critically analyze information presented in the geological literature and technical reports.

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• Students will be able to effectively communicate results of geological research in a professional manner.

• Students will understand geological processes in the basic geological areas.

• Students will be able to conduct geological research, including hypothesis formation, data collection, analysis and interpretation of data.

Geosciences

Geosciences (BS)

• Students will be able to critically analyze information presented in the geological literature and technical reports.

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• Students will be able to conduct geological research, including hypothesis formation, data collection, analysis, and data interpretation.

• Students will be able to effectively communicate results of geological research in a professional manner.

• Students will understand geological processes in the basic geological areas.

Geosciences

Geosciences (MS)

• Upon graduation, students have demonstrated a thorough fundamental knowledge of topics in Geosciences.

"I have gained experience in using software that is frequently used in the field. I also have learned how to use the analytical equipment for analyzing samples."

Andrea Richardson

• Students can communicate effectively.

• Students will have conducted a significant piece of original research.

Geosciences

Geosciences (PhD)

• Students have demonstrated a thorough fundamental knowledge of topics in Geosciences.

Testimonial coming soon

• Students can communicate effectively in written form.

• Students will have conducted a significant piece of original research.

History

History (BA)

• Students will learn to ask appropriate historical questions, and will practice and demonstrate an ability to investigate, analyze, and synthesize historical evidence in an effort to answer those questions, while discussing the causes and consequences of historical change and continuity, as well as race, gender, class and other historical categories.

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• Students will be able to construct a well-written, organized, and argued historical narrative. Students will also be able to construct introductions and conclusions that effectively contextualize and/or summarize the broader issues related to their argument, and can produce footnotes or endnotes that are consistent and properly formatted.

• Students will actively and clearly state a thesis that is consistent with their research. Students will also effectively use primary sources and be conversant with current and past historiographical arguments in a chosen topic area.

History

History (MA)

• Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills through finding, evaluating, and synthesizing historical evidence and will demonstrate an ability to discuss issues such as causes and consequences of historical change and continuity, race, gender, class, and other historical categories.

"I am uniquely positioned as a Admissions Counselor | Transfer Advisor for Texas Tech in the DFW region. My time with Bachelor's and Master's at Texas Tech helped me learn the Tech course system and become part of the Tech family. Having two degrees from the institution that I now work for allows me to champion TTU for future students and speak from a position of knowledge rather than belief."

Victor Moore

• Students will become conversant with various schools of historical thought, and be able to integrate these different schools of thought into their research and writing.

• Students will learn about historical sources, methods, analytical techniques, and be able to construct well-argued historical narratives in their research and writing.

History

History (PhD)

• Students will become conversant with various schools of historical thought, and be able to integrate these different schools of thought into their research and writing.

"The thorough development and training I received as I earned my PhD prepared me for my work as a professional historian. Whether it be in the classroom sharing my passion for History (as many faculty at Tech did) or working on original research ideas, the department extended its support mechanisms to ensure I succeeded as they guided all different facets of life as a historian. The faculty also opened themselves up for personal experience in the field and shared many anecdotes I will take."

Alfredo Aguilar

• Students will learn about historical sources, methods, analytical techniques, and be able to construct well-argued historical narratives in their research and writing.

• Students will demonstrate an ability to conduct independent and original research, and will be able to present that research in a well-written, well-argued, and well-organized form.

Institute for Forensic Sciences

Forensic Science (MS)

• Students should be able to apply broad fundamental concepts, and applied science principles of chemical, physical, and biological evidence to forensic investigative techniques.

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• Students should be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills in order to derive conclusions based on scientific techniques and practical applications used by current forensic scientists.

• Students should be able to effectively understand how to conduct and engage in research using methodologies and practices that will support forensic science as it is used in the United States court system.

Interdisciplinary

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to public service values.

Testimonial coming soon

• Students will demonstrate effectiveness in oral and written communication.

• Students will demonstrate effectiveness in applying the methodology, techniques, and research methods to problems in Public Administration.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the essentials of Public Administration theory foundations, organizational theory, budgeting, ethics and leadership, and policy analysis as they pertain to public administration.

• Students will demonstrate a substantive understanding of the principles and theories of their concentration area in Public Administration.

Kinesiology and Sport Management

Kinesiology (BS)

• Describe physiological, psychological, or behavioral responses to exercise and physical activity.

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• Design and implement exercise programs to improve physical function in diverse populations and health conditions.

• Write clearly and effectively in order to communicate within a professional health-care setting.

Kinesiology and Sport Management

Kinesiology (MS)

• Articulate and demonstrate competent understanding and critical analysis of existing literature in kinesiology, knowledge of the scientific method, and essential elements of a research study in kinesiology.

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• Students will describe, apply, and evaluate responses and adaptations to human movement.

• Students will demonstrate comprehension and the ability to communicate psychological concepts and physiological principles in kinesiology.

Kinesiology and Sport Management

Sport Management (BS)

• Demonstrate critical thinking skills when analyzing sport management issues and best practices.

"My degree has taught me what to expect and what I should know for a career in Sports Management. I do wish I had more hands-on experience in the field of sport management. The classes were informative and helpful."

- Kearney Moss, Master's in Sports Management

• Write and speak clearly and effectively within sport management settings.

• Demonstrate ability to use new media and existing technologies in sport management practice and settings.

Kinesiology and Sport Management

Sport Management (MS)

• Demonstrate advanced critical thinking skills when analyzing sport management issues and the ability to make applications of sport management knowledge.

"The Master of Science in Sport Management at Texas Tech University prepared me for a career in the world of football, my passion. I took advantage of the notably substantial learning and training opportunities within the department, and athletics department, to further my understanding of how to succeed after university. I am pleased to say that I can't appreciate my educational experience at TTU enough. I strongly advanced my knowledge of business and wisdom of life, inside and out of sports."

Arif Ljuso

• Critically analyze sport management scholarship and case studies and demonstrate practical conclusions in sport management settings.

• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to apply sport leadership and management theories and practices in sport-based projects and understand their application in sport management settings.

Kinesiology and Sport Management

Exercise Physiology (PhD)

• To expand student knowledge of integrative physiological processes and how exercise can improve health outcomes.

Testimonial coming soon

• To prepare exercise physiologists grounded in scientific competence and engaged in scholarly inquiry.

• To develop proficient communication skills that will advance students to a leadership role.

Mathematics and Statistics

Mathematics (BA)

• Students will demonstrate the ability to solve problems using differential and integral calculus.

"Texas Tech has provided me with tools and connections I believe will benefit me greatly in the work force. The teachers are understanding and are willing to help me anytime, and the people I have met have encouraged me to reach higher goals and keep trying even though the classes are hard."

- Twanesha Hampton, Bachelor's in Mathematics

• Students will solve problems using linear algebra and differential equations.

• Students will write clear correct proofs of results from algebra and analysis.

Mathematics and Statistics

Mathematics (BS)

• Students will demonstrate the ability to solve problems using differential and integral calculus.

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• Students will solve problems using linear algebra and differential equations.

• Students will write clear correct proofs of results from algebra and analysis.

Mathematics and Statistics

Mathematics (MA)

• Students will apply the mathematical content knowledge gained in this program to improve the depth and clarity of explanations given to students and to improve classroom activities.

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• Students will demonstrate the ability to solve problems and write proofs in analysis.

• Students will demonstrate the ability to solve problems in applied mathematics.

Mathematics and Statistics

Mathematics (MS)

• Students will solve problems and write proofs in algebra and topology.

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• Students will solve problems and write proofs using the theory of metric spaces, Lp spaces, and measures.

• Students will solve problems and write proofs using statistical and numerical models.

Mathematics and Statistics

Mathematics (PhD)

• Students will solve problems and write proofs in algebra and topology.

"My degrees from TTU have prepared me tremendously for my career. The education I received was very rounded and cutting-edge. The faculty was very supportive and their guidance played a key role in my career decision and application. I am thankful and proud to have graduated from TTU."

Mai Dao

• Students will solve problems and write proofs using statistical and numerical models.

• Students will conduct and disseminate research.

• Students will solve problems and write proofs using real analysis and complex analysis.

Mathematics and Statistics

Statistics (MS)

• Students will solve problems and write proofs in algebra and topology.

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• Students will solve problems and write proofs using the theory of metric spaces, Lp spaces, and measures.

• Students will solve problems and write proofs using statistical and numerical models.

National Wind Institute

Wind Energy (BS)

• Students will effectively communicate relevant information in written and oral formats.

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• Students will demonstrate continual learning through ethical analysis.

• Students will demonstrate an ability to apply STEM knowledge to renewable energy issues.

• Students will identify and analyze socioeconomic issues in the renewable energy industry.

Psychological Sciences

Clinical Psychology (PhD)

• To provide students in our doctoral program with broad and general training in the field of psychology.

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• To produce graduates who have the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to conduct and evaluate research.

• To produce graduate who have the requisite knowledge, skills, and attitudes to engage in evidence-based practice of clinical psychology.

Psychological Sciences

Counseling Psychology (MA)

• Students will exit our program with an ability to apply their knowledge of diverse groups and develop interventions to serve a pluralistic society.

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• Students will experience a graduate training environment that is supportive of them and their work, that, fosters collaboration among students and between students and faculty, and that teaches and models ethical behavior.

• Increase the recruitment, retention, and representation of students of color, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and other underrepresented students.

• Upon completion of the degree students will be able to identify and explain the major theories relevant to the science and practice of counseling psychology.

• Upon completion of the degree students will be able to identify and explain the major theories relevant to the science and practice of counseling psychology.

Psychological Sciences

Counseling Psychology (PhD)

• Upon completion of the doctoral degree for this program, students will be able to develop theoretically based case conceptualizations that will inform the psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of client issues.

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• Upon completion of the doctoral degree for this program, students will be able to apply the knowledge of cultural diversity to psychological practice.

• Upon completion of the doctoral degree for this program, students will be able to identify and respond effectively to ethical and legal issues involved in psychological practice.

• Upon completion of the doctoral degree for this program, students will be able to critically analyze and produce psychological science, demonstrating knowledge about the process of scientific inquiry including research methods and statistics.

Psychological Sciences

General Experimental Psychology (MA)

• Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to describe their psychological research in oral and written formats.

"I have been able to take coursework and engage in a variety of lab research experiences that will directly relate to what I wish to do in my career. I have also been engaged in professional societies and held leadership roles in student organizations relevant to my field. Our specialization is small, and that small community has helped me gain more confidence and experience before entering into the next stage of my professional career."

McKenna Tornblad

• Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to conduct psychological research.

• Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of psychological research ethics.

Psychological Sciences

General Experimental Psychology (PhD)

• Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to describe their psychological research in oral and written formats.

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• Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to consume psychological research.

• Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to produce psychological research.

• Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of psychological research ethics.

Psychological Sciences

Psychology (BA)

• Students will demonstrate effective writing for different purposes and will exhibit effective presentation skills for different purposes.

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• Students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings of psychology.

• Students will articulate the skill sets desired by employers who will hire or select people with psychology backgrounds, will demonstrate evidence of attaining skill sets desired by psychology-related employers, and will demonstrate teamwork capacity.

• Students will use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena, will demonstrate psychology information literacy, will engage in innovative and integrative thinking and problem solving, and will interpret, design and conduct basic psychological research.

Psychological Sciences

Psychology (MA)

• Graduate-level knowledge of statistics, research methods, psychopathology, theory, ethics, multicultural issues, professional issues, assessment, consulting, and psychotherapy.

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• Graduate-level knowledge of essential theory, research, and practice regarding clinical assessment, consulting, and psychotherapy.

• Successful completion, or in some cases substantial progress and near-completion by end of year 2, of an independent, empirical research project at the master's level. This includes assessment by faculty advisors and committees.

Political Science

Global Studies (BA)

• Appraise the global economic, cultural, ecological, and political forces that affect the current and future well being of human beings in world society.

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• Critically evaluate alternative explanations for global conditions and the policy recommendations that follow from these dynamics.

• Students will demonstrate an ability to conduct research on a problem in global affairs.

• Explain the benefits of an interdisciplinary approach to global studies, an approach that incorporates the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, languages, and other fields of study.

Political Science

Political Science (BA)

• Assess the validity of research methods used by political science scholars.

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• Students must demonstrate knowledge of the political systems from different countries, democratic vs. non-democratic.

• Demonstrate considerable knowledge of the structures and processes of the American political system.

• Demonstrate a complex understanding of the international system and how states and transnational actors operate within it.

• Understand the structure of the American judicial system and its basic operation.

Political Science

Political Science (MA)

• Students will demonstrate an ability to use correlation statistics to analyze a political question.

"The degree I received as well as the time I spent at Texas Tech has provided me resources, a network, and research skills. The things I was able to learn at Texas Tech has allowed me to pursue a PhD. I was able to learn how to not only produce my own research but was able to build a foundation of literature and theories that will benefit me in the long run."

Jordan Stice

• Students will demonstrate an ability to conduct independent research through the presentation of second year papers and conference papers.

• Students will demonstrate an ability to interpret multivariate statistics.

• Students will demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of concepts, literature and research traditions in at least one field of Political Science.

• Students will demonstrate the ability to access and use political science data.

Political Science

Political Science (PhD)

• Students will demonstrate effectiveness in classroom instruction.

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• Students will demonstrate a commitment, and ability, to conduct continuous research.

• Students will demonstrate an ability to conduct independent research through the presentation of second year papers and conference papers.

• Students will demonstrate a mastery of multivariate statistical procedures as applied to different data structures.

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of major concepts and theories in at least two fields of Political Science.

Philosophy

Philosophy (BA)

• A student with a BA degree in Philosophy from TTU should be able to read, write, and orally communicate at a high level of sophistication.

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• A student with a BA degree in Philosophy from TTU should be able to demonstrate knowledge of Western Philosophy, including key figures, movements, and theories.

• Graduates are prepared to enter graduate programs in Philosophy or other academic or professional fields, or a satisfying job.

Philosophy

Philosophy (MA)

• A student with a MA degree in Philosophy from TTU should be able to read. write, and orally communicate at a high level of sophistication.

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• A student with a MA degree in Philosophy from TTU should know the history of Western Philosophy, including key figures, movements, and theories.

• Graduates are prepared to enter competitive PhD programs, or other academic or professional programs.

Physics

Physics (BS)

• Students will be able to effectively report on the results of physical experimental or theoretical results, using acceptable standard formats both in oral presentations and written reports.

"TTU has allowed me to simply be a better version of myself. The coursework in tandem with the opportunities for research for undergraduates has been extremely valuable to my career right now as a PhD student."

Sadman Ahmed Shanto

• In their final year of studies, the students will be expected to demonstrate and adequate degree of conceptual, theoretical, and experimental understanding through several possible avenues.

• Students will demonstrate a knowledge of the major concepts of the different fields of physics and their integration into the common conceptual basis of the physical view of the world.

• Students will be able to analyze and solve a wide variety of physics problems, utilizing their conceptual knowledge base and appropriate mathematical approaches.

Physics

Physics (MS)

• MS graduates will predominantly take jobs after graduation for which skills acquired during the MS are important or will enroll in a PhD program at TTU or elsewhere.

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• Full-time students will successfully complete their MS requirements within 2.5 years of entering the graduate program in physics or astronomy.

• MS students employed as TAs and GPTIs become proficient in teaching physics and/or astronomy.

Physics

Physics (PhD)

• PhD graduates will predominantly take jobs after graduation for which skills acquired during the PhD are important.

"I haven't gotten the job that I want yet, so take this with a grain of salt. But in completing my research I've been required to perform a lot of data analysis, programming and work on Beowulf computing clusters. In addition, I've had to calculate different properties of defects in materials using first principles simulations, which are highlighted on my resume. That said, I wish there were more experimentalists in my department for us to collaborate with because hands-on experience is more marketable in general to industry jobs. Overall, I think my education has been a good preparation for the semiconductor industry."

- Christopher Stanley, PhD in Physics

• A substantial fraction of PhD research is published in peer-reviewed scientific journals and/or presented at conferences and workshops.

• Students will pass the Prelim exam within 2 years of matriculation into the PhD program. Students will pass their thesis proposals within 2 years of both passing the Prelim exam and completing their Master's level coursework.

• PhD students employed as TAs and GPTIs become proficient in teaching physics and/or astronomy.

Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

Anthropology (BA)

• Students completing a bachelors degree in Anthropology should be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate research data and findings.

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• Students completing a bachelors degree in Anthropology should be able to assess theoretical approaches within the discipline of anthropology.

• Students completing a bachelors degree in Anthropology should be able to identify the American Anthropological Association's Principles of Professional Responsibility and the Society for American Archaeology's Principles of Archaeological Ethics and to apply the principles to resolve an ethical dilemma.

Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

Anthropology (MA)

• Students will demonstrate their ability to participate in appropriate professional activities, including the dissemination of new knowledge through professional presentations, posters, or written papers.

"Texas Tech exposed me to a wide range of topics within my field and presented me the opportunity to collaborate with professors and other students on research."

Kaitlyn Fulp

• Students will be able to identify and describe the methods and theories of the subfield of archaeology.

• Students will identify and describe the methods and theories of the subfield of ethnology.

• Students will be able to identify and describe the methods and theories of the subfield of physical anthropology.

• Students will compile and categorize data to address a specific research topic relevant to their field of study.

Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

Social Work (BA)

• Students will demonstrate ability to function effectively in a social work practice environment.

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• Students will demonstrate identification with the tenets of the social work profession.

• Students will demonstrate sensitivity to the evolving context of social work practice.

Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

Social Work (MSW)

• Students will apply knowledge of human behavior and the social environment.

"At Texas Tech, I built a network of faculty, staff and fellow students who were willing to provide guidance, support and feedback in and out of class. My courses in the College of Media and Communication were those that best fit my interests and strengthened my writing, problem-solving and interpersonal communication skills. Growing in these areas prepared me for a full-time job as a media relations specialist in the university's Office of Communications and Marketing. The things I learned and the relationships I formed as a student continue to contribute to my success on a daily basis."

- Amanda Castro-Crist, Master's in Social Work

• Student will identify as a professional social worker and conduct oneself accordingly.

• Students will engage diversity and difference in practice.

Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

Sociology (BA)

• Understand and demonstrate ability to implement social research methods.

"Texas Tech University has prepared me for a career by providing an internship in the area of interest for me. The university has helped me to prepare a resume and has taught me skills to be prepared to work in a diverse population. The university has provided me with experienced professors to help educate me in the different areas of working with people and empowering client's in a workplace. I am satisfied with the quality of education I have obtained from Texas Tech University!"

- Misty Nolan, Bachelor's in Sociology

• Students will demonstrate the application of classical social theory to a social problem or issue today. This will measure their ability to not only master the material, but also show that it can still be applicable in modern life.

• Students will understand and critique the use of social statistics in research, apply computational resources for the calculation and presentation of statistical data, and calculate and apply descriptive and inferential statistics.

• Students will have an understanding of how contemporary sociological perspectives can be used to increase our knowledge of human behavior in various social and institutional settings.

Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

Sociology (MA)

• Students will learn to conduct social research, from literature review, basic research design to gathering and analyzing data and relating the results to the appropriate literature in the discipline.

"Throughout my time as a student at Texas Tech University, I have assumed roles as an athlete, and as a teaching assistant. I believe that all of these experiences have prepared me to take on a leadership role in my career down the road. My current program has increased my analytical and critical thinking skills. I have become more adept at goal setting and meeting deadlines while completing the coursework and thesis components. The opportunity to attend conferences has enriched my educational experience, by allowing me the opportunity to network and present my work to a broader audience."

- Mira Cave, Master's in Sociology

• By the end of their graduate program, students will be able to participate in appropriate professional activities such as academic conferences.

• Students will acquire advanced understanding of the major sociological theories and research methods and be able to apply them in analyzing social behavior and in guiding social research.