12 / GENERAL INFORMATION further work in the major, the minor, or in education. c. At least one course in each of the following: social foundations of education, psychological foundations of education, and community col- lege curriculum. These courses may be used to comprise a minor. 3. Off-Campus Work:A minimum of 8-16 credits(atthe department's discretion), including registration for at least 6 credit hours in a single semester, must be earned on the Gainesville campus. Beyond that, credits, including those at the 5000 and 6000 level, earned in courses offered off- campus by the University of Florida which have been approved by the Graduate School shall be accepted, provided they are appropriate to the student's degree program as determined by the supervisory committee. 4. At the completion of this degree, the student, for certification purposes, must present from the undergradu- ate and graduate degree programs no fewer than 36 semester credits in the major field. 5. A final comprehensive examination, either written, oral, or both, must be passed by the candidate. This examination, taken on campus, will cover the field of concentration and the minor. MASTER OF ACCOUNTING The Master of Accounting (M.Acc.) is the professional degree for students seeking careers in public accounting, business organizations, and government. The M.Acc. program offers specializations in each of the four areas of auditing/financial accounting, management accounting, accounting systems, and taxation. The requirements for the degree are 36 semester credits of course work, of which a minimum of 16 semester credits must be in graduate level accounting courses. At least 20 of the 36 semester credits must be in graduate level courses. Courses below the graduate level must have the approval of the major adviser. A final comprehensive examination, taken on campus, is required of all students. Additional requirements are listed under the General Regulations section for all master's degrees. M.Acc./J.D. Program.-This joint program culminates in both the Juris Doctor degree awarded by the College of Law and the Master of Accounting degree awarded by the Graduate School. The program is designed for students who have an undergraduate degree in accounting and who are interested in advanced studies in both account- ing and law. The joint program requires 23 fewer credits than would be required if the two degrees were earned. separately. The two degrees are awarded after completion of the curriculum requirements for both degrees. Students must take both the GMAT (or the GRE) and the LSAT prior to admission, and must meet the admission requirements for the College of Law (J.D.) and the Fisher School of Accounting (M. Acc.). Students must be admitted to the two programs simultaneously. MASTER OF AGRICULTURE The degree of Master of Agriculture is designed for those students who wish additional training for agri- business occupations or professions rather than for those interested primarily in research. The general requirements are the same as those for the Master of Science degree without thesis exccept that 12 credits of graduate courses in a department constitute a major. Credittoward the degree for courses taken through the Division of Continuing Education is limited to 24 credits. The student's supervisory committee must con- sist of at least two members of the graduate faculty. A comprehensive written qualifying examination, given prior to the midpointof the term of graduation, and a final oral examination are required. Both examinations must be given on campus with all participants present. MASTER OF AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (M.A.M.R.D.) The M.A.M.R.D. degree program provides an opportu- nity for graduate study for students who plan to enter management careers in business firms or government agencies; it is not recommended for those who plan careers in research and university teaching. Areas of concentration include farm management, agribusiness management, and natural resources and environmental management. The general requirements are the same as those for the Master of Science degree without thesis except that 12 credits of graduate courses infoodand resource econom- ics constitute a major. The supervisory committee and examination requirements are the same as those for the Master of Agriculture degree. MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE The degree of Master of Architecture is a professional degree for those students who wish to qualify for registra- tion as architects. The general requirements are the same as those for the Master of Arts degrees with thesis except that the mini- mum registration required is 52 credits, including no more than 6 credits in ARC 6971 or 6979. In some areas, with permission from the departmental graduate faculty, a master's research project requiring six credits in ARC 6979 may be elected in lieu of a thesis. MASTER OF ARTS IN URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING The degree of Master of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning is a professional degree for students who wish to practice urban and regional planning and meet the educational requirements for the American Institute of Certified Planners. The program is recognized by the Planning Accreditation Board. The general requirements .are the same as those for other Master of Arts degrees with thesis except that the minimum registration required is 52 credits including no more than 6 credits in URP 6971. In some study areas, with permission from the departmental graduate faculty, a terminal project requiring six credits may be elected in lieu of a thesis. M.A.U.R.P./J.D. Joint Program.-A four-year program leading to a Juris Doctor and a Master of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning is offered under the joint auspices