300 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Social Work programme at Columbia University offers a comprehensive master level education. This public study mode course provides students with advanced clinical and policy skills over a standard two-year duration. It prepares graduates for professional practice through a rigorous academic and field-based curriculum.

The Biotechnology programme at Columbia University offers an intensive master level curriculum designed for aspiring scientists. This public study mode course provides advanced training in biological sciences and technology. Students complete the degree over a standard duration, gaining expertise in a world-class academic setting.

The Human Rights Studies programme at Columbia University provides a comprehensive master level education. This public study mode course is designed for completion over a standard academic duration, offering students deep insights into international law and civil rights within a prestigious global academic setting.

The Environmental Science and Policy programme at Columbia University provides a rigorous master level education. This public study mode course is designed for completion over a twelve-month duration, focusing on the intersection of scientific research and practical policy implementation for global sustainability.

The Advanced Architectural Design programme at Columbia University is a three-semester, post-professional Master of Science. Designed for those with a prior architecture degree, this public study mode course explores transscalar design and critical practice. Students engage in intensive studio work over one full calendar year.

The Visual Arts programme at Columbia University offers a comprehensive master level education for aspiring artists. This public study mode course provides an intensive environment for creative growth over its duration. Students engage in rigorous studio practice and critical theory to refine their professional artistic vision.

The Latin America and the Caribbean - Regional Studies programme at Columbia University offers a comprehensive master level exploration of this diverse region. This public study mode course provides an intensive academic framework for understanding complex regional dynamics through a multidisciplinary lens over its duration.

The Slavic Languages programme at Columbia University offers a comprehensive master level education. This public study mode course provides students with deep linguistic and cultural expertise over its duration. It is designed for those seeking advanced proficiency and academic rigour in the field of Slavic Studies.

The American Studies programme at Columbia University offers a comprehensive exploration of the United States through a multidisciplinary lens. This public master degree provides students with rigorous academic training over a flexible duration, focusing on the cultural and historical complexities of the American experience.

The Sound Art programme at Columbia University offers a unique interdisciplinary approach to sonic creativity. This master level course, delivered via a public study mode, focuses on the intersection of music and sound engineering. Students engage in rigorous artistic practice within a world-renowned academic environment.

The Journalism programme at Columbia University is a rigorous master level course designed for aspiring reporters. This full-time public study mode curriculum focuses on ethical storytelling and investigative techniques. Students develop professional skills over a concentrated duration to excel in global media environments.

The M.P.H. in Environmental Health Sciences at Columbia University is a comprehensive master's programme. Delivered through a public study mode, this curriculum focuses on biological mechanisms and risk assessment. Students gain vital expertise in occupational hazards and policy analysis during their academic residency.

The Patient Oriented Research M.Sc. at Columbia University is a two-year, 30-credit master’s programme designed for clinical scientists. Delivered in a public study mode, it provides multidisciplinary training in clinical investigation fundamentals to prepare researchers for independent careers and competitive funding.

The Art and Art Education M.Ed. at Columbia University is a flexible, public study programme designed for experienced educators and researchers. This advanced degree requires a minimum of two years to complete and focuses on specialist achievement, research skills, and creative projects within the field of art education.

The M.Sc. in Neuroscience and Education at Columbia University is a pioneering 32-point programme. Delivered in a public study mode, it bridges the gap between brain research and educational practice. Students explore cognitive development and neural processes to prepare for clinical, research, or doctoral pathways.

The Nutrition (MS-RDN) at Columbia University is an ACEND-accredited MS-RDN programme delivered in a public study mode. This comprehensive 24-month track integrates didactic education with supervised practice, preparing students for the RDN credentialing exam through specialisations in clinical, sports, and public health nutrition.

The M.A. in Early Childhood Education - Initial Certification and Bilingual Extension at Columbia University is a 39-credit programme. Delivered in a public study mode, it prepares bilingual professionals for Birth-Grade 2 settings. Students gain expertise in multicultural urban education through integrated theory and practice.

The M.A. in Early Childhood Education and Teaching Students with Disabilities at Columbia University is a comprehensive public programme. Spanning 1.5 to 2 years, it prepares experts for Birth-Grade 2 settings. Students engage in dual certification pathways, combining rigorous theory with essential full-time student teaching.

Candidates for the Master of Science degree are able to pursue this Journalism - Investigative program at Columbia University, which is platform-neutral and is taken in addition to the traditional M.S. curriculum

The Politics program at Columbia University aims to teach students how to think more deeply about social and politics affairs.