Graduate Learning Outcomes

Graduates of advanced degree programs at Kansas State University will:

Knowledge:
Demonstrate thorough understanding and/or competency in a specific area of emphasis, study, or profession.

Skills:
Demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge through critical thinking, inquiry, analysis, and communication to solve problems and to produce scholarly and creative works including but not limited to design, art, performance, original research in the form of thesis or dissertation.

Attitudes and Professional Conduct:
Exhibit an awareness of their responsibilities (professional integrity, ethical behavior, ability to work with diverse groups of peoples, etc.) and engage in professional conduct towards all constituent groups, including students, faculty, public, etc.

As approved by the Graduate Council on December, 2003.