24 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Interdisciplinary Studies programme at George Mason University offers a flexible postgraduate pathway for students seeking a customised academic experience. This master degree, delivered via a public study mode, allows for diverse research across multiple fields, ensuring a tailored approach to higher education.

The Philosophy programme at George Mason University offers a comprehensive postgraduate curriculum designed for deep analytical enquiry. This public study mode course provides rigorous training in ethical theory and logic. Students engage in advanced research over a standard duration to master complex philosophical frameworks.

The Literature and Composition at George Mason University Postgrad.Cert prepares students for teaching literature and composition at the college level.

The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) for PK-12 Practitioners Postgraduate Certificate at George Mason University is designed to provide the theoretical understandings and culturally and linguistically responsive practices for teaching English learners.

The Graduate Pathway in Music, Pre-Master from INTO George Mason University students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in Music are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

The English programme at George Mason University offers a comprehensive Master level education designed for advanced literary and linguistic study. This public study mode course provides students with rigorous academic training over its duration, fostering expertise in diverse areas of Language Studies and critical analysis.

The Graduate Pathway in English - Linguistics - English - Linguistics, Pre-Master from INTO George Mason University students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in English - Linguistics are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

The graduate certificate in Professional and Technical Writing from George Mason University may be pursued concurrently with any of several programs in English and elsewhere. 

The Individualized Studies programme at George Mason University offers a flexible academic path for postgraduate students. This public study mode course allows for a tailored curriculum over its duration. Pursue a unique qualification designed to meet specific professional goals at the prestigious George Mason University.

The English - Teaching of Writing and Literature programme at George Mason University is a specialised postgraduate course designed for educators. This public study mode curriculum focuses on advanced pedagogical strategies in literary analysis and composition, providing a comprehensive academic foundation over its duration.

This Middle East and Islamic Studies Postgrad certificate at George Mason University  allows students to examine the complex issues involved in understanding the Middle East and the broader Islamic world from a variety of perspectives.

The Linguistics - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Postgrad Certificate at George Mason University prepares students to teach non-native speakers of English in the United States or abroad.

The Creative Writing programme at George Mason University offers a comprehensive M.F.A. curriculum for aspiring authors. This public study mode course provides intensive training in literary craft over a multi-year duration. Students refine their artistic voice while engaging with a vibrant community of writers and scholars.

The Graduate Pathway in English - Linguistics, Pre-Master from INTO George Mason University students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in English - Linguistics are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

The Graduate Pathway in Music - Music, Pre-Master from INTO George Mason University students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in Music are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

The Digital Public Humanities Postgrad Certificate at George Mason University is a fully online program that trains students in a wide range of digital tools that are in increasingly high demand in humanities careers.

The Master of Artist degree from George Mason University is offered as an educational channel to meet the intellectual and career needs of qualified students.

The Folklore Studies Postgrad certificate at George Mason University enables students to explore the processes of tradition that move through multiple expressive forms, such as folktales, folk beliefs, folk medicine, folk art, folksong, and literature.

The Spanish Heritage Language Education Postgraduate certificate at  George Mason University provides training in heritage language educational policy and practice as well as social justice-oriented approaches to teaching Spanish.

The History programme at George Mason University offers a comprehensive master level education. This public study mode course provides students with advanced historical research skills and deep analytical expertise. Designed for flexible academic growth, the curriculum ensures a robust understanding of global historical contexts.