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14 Master's degrees offered by the university
English
The English programme at Rutgers University prepare students to think critically and flexibly, assess narrative knowledgeably, argue logically, and to write clearly and persuasively.
Classics
The Classics programme of Rutgers University focuses on the interpretation of original texts in Greek and Latin in the context of the general humanistic tradition.
History
The History course of Rutgers University mission is twofold: to introduce students to the breadth and depth of the human experience by a comparative study of past and contemporary societies and cultures, and to develop their ability to conduct research, analyze and assess evidence, and articulate sound conclusions both orally and in writing.
Global and Comparative History
The Global and Comparative History programme of Rutgers University has a deep and sustained commitment to teaching and research in global and comparative history.
East Asian Languages and Cultures
The East Asian Languages and Cultures course at Rutgers University offers exceptional academic opportunities for advanced study of the civilizations of China, Japan, and/or Korea leading to the M.A. and M.A.T. degrees.
Liberal Studies
The Liberal Studies course of Rutgers University established in 1994, is a cross-disciplinary, 30 credit programme leading to a Masters of Arts Degree and offering a broad range of courses in literature, history, philosophy, religion, social sciences, and the arts.
Special Education General Studies
The Special Education General Studies programme of Rutgers University provides advanced graduate preparation for both certified special and general education teachers. The option to obtain New Jersey certification as a learning disabilities teacher consultant (LDT-C) is provided.
Religious Studies
The Department of Religion at Rutgers University offers several graduate programmes in Religious Studies. The Religious Studies programme at Rutgers University provides an intensive immersion in the discipline.
Creative Writing
What makes the Creative Writing programme of Rutgers University different? We fully fund full-time students and provide substantial financial support for part-time students who pursue a terminal degree in creative writing.
Spanish
The Spanish programme of Rutgers University is a programme that can be completed totally online or in a combination of course platforms – online, hybrid, on-campus, and/or summer study abroad in Spain and Peru.
German
Internationally recognized for its cutting-edge research and teaching, the German programme at Rutgers University has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years: We emphasize interdisciplinary modes of inquiry and foster excellence in research and pedagogy at all levels of instruction.
Chinese
The Chinese programme of Rutgers University is primarily designed for practicing Chinese language teachers at American secondary schools who wish to further develop their professional knowledge and skills.
Language Education
Led by expert faculty and informed by research-driven curriculum, the Language Education programme at Rutgers University offers students the opportunity for advanced study in the area of linguistics, language pedagogy, and the cultural context of language education.
History
The History programme of Rutgers University features offerings in four tracks: American history, public history, legal history, and global history.