General Guidelines

• Target Audience: This workflow uses a full-time student aiming to graduate in 2 years as an example.
• Executive Master's Programs: These students may use this as a reference, but should use specific forms provided by the Division of Continuing Education if applicable.
• Data Entry: Students must first log into the system to enter data before administrative staff can proceed with processing.
• Key Dates: This flow is for reference only; all specific deadlines follow the official school calendar or the latest regulations.

Timeline & Procedures

Stage 1: Early Semesters

• Master's Year 1, Fall: Focus on coursework and research. Course selection must be completed via the Academic Affairs System according to regulated schedules.
• Master's Year 1, Spring: Coursework, research, and finding a thesis advisor. Download the "Advisor Agreement Form" from the department website.
• Master's Year 2, Fall: Coursework, research, and thesis writing. Download the "NTOU Thesis Formatting Guidelines" and abstract templates (Chinese/English) from the Registrar Division website.

Stage 2: Degree Examination (Oral Defense)

• Preparation: Once requirements are met, prepare the defense draft and apply for the degree examination (typically in April).
• Application: Enter data into the Graduate Degree System for:
  1. Degree Examination Application.
  2. List of Thesis Examination Committee Members.
• Approval: After the school reviews committee qualifications, Appointment Letters will be issued.
• Logistics: Once Appointment Letters are received, register the defense date and location.
  • Forms: Obtain grading sheets and related forms from the department office before the defense day.
  • Parking: Download guest parking voucher applications from the Campus Security Office; these are processed using the Committee Appointment Letters.

Stage 3: Post-Defense & Graduation

• Thesis Revision: Complete the defense, revise the thesis, and obtain advisor approval.
• Library Upload: Upload the thesis to the NTOU Electronic Theses & Dissertations System. Review the upload instructions carefully to avoid audit issues.
• School Leaving: Once the thesis is approved, you may apply for graduation.
  • Download the "Graduate School Leaving Procedure Form" from the Registrar Division website.
  • Deadlines: For the first half of the year, submit by July 31; for the second half, submit by January 31.
  • Extensions: If you cannot meet the deadline, you must apply for a "Late Thesis Submission" in advance.
• Graduation: Complete all procedures to graduate

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