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40 Master's degrees offered by the university
Geoarchaeology
Geoarchaeology at Boston University aims to provide a broad background in both the geosciences and archaeology.
Latin American Studies
The Master of Arts in Latin American Studies at Boston University prepares students for work in the private sector, government, policy and research think tanks, nongovernmental organizations, international institutions, and education.
Asian Legal Studies
For complete immersion in the legal systems of South, East, and Southeast Asia, Boston University Law JD students can spend their entire third year as a full-time student in Singapore pursuing an LLM in Asian Legal Studies at Asia’s “global law school,” the National University of Singapore (NUS).
Applied Human Development
The Applied Human Development program at Boston University introduces future practitioners and researchers to the application of developmental theory to educational practice.
Educational Policy Studies
Educational Policy Studies at Boston University prepares students for a variety of careers including positions in research firms, think tanks, foundations, nonprofits, or government research offices
Education for Equity and Social Justice
Education for Equity and Social Justice at Boston University will prepare professionals to confront the consequences of systemic inequities and pernicious discrimination against people who have been historically marginalized in educational and social service institutions..
Global Policy
Boston University's Master of Arts in Global Policy (MGP) program immerses students in the fast-growing fields of global policymaking, implementation, and evaluation, preparing them for careers in government, international organizations, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector.
Hispanic Language and Literatures
The MA program in Hispanic Language and Literatures at Boston University develops an advanced knowledge of Spanish and Spanish-American literature and the traditions, aims, and methods of research scholarship.
Insurance Management
The online Master of Science in Insurance Management program at Boston University is a unique opportunity for professionals who have acquired the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters credential to achieve further distinction by complementing their demonstrated expertise in insurance issues with a mastery of general management principles in accounting, finance, operations, and leadership.
Global Development Economics
The Global Development Economics degree program at Boston University is an intensive three-semester course of study designed for those seeking rigorous training in economics supplemented by training in the related disciplines of politics, international relations, public health, and infrastructure and environment.
Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine Program
The Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine Program at Boston University is a CACREP-accredited program designed to meet the requirements for independent licensure in clinical mental health counseling in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and other states.
Counseling
The Master of Education program in Counseling at Boston University prepares individuals to enter professional roles as mental health counselors, school guidance counselors, and/or sports psychology consultants.
International Relations
International Relations at Boston University meets the needs of students seeking careers in administrative management, international affairs, consulting, international banking, or finance.
Economics
Economics at Boston University allows academically outstanding undergraduate students to complete an MA degree from the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences at the same time as the BA.
French Language and Literature
The MA in French Language and Literature at Boston University seeks to have each student develop an advanced knowledge of French and Francophone literature, its history, and major works, as well as a sound knowledge of the traditions, aims, and methods of scholarly research in the field.
Health Communication
The online Master of Science in Health Communication program at Boston University teaches students to understand the complexities of important healthcare issues and communicate them in a way both the media and the public can understand.
International Relations and Law
The International Relations and Law dual degree program at Boston University prepares students for careers in national governments or international agencies, international negotiation, and human rights organizations.
Social Studies Education
Programs in Social Studies Education at Boston University prepare educators in the disciplines of history, government/civics, geography, economics, and the other social sciences, including classroom teachers and educators who work in museums, nonprofit organizations, and informal educational settings.
Macro Social Work
Macro Social Work offered by Boston University promotes human development and social justice through work with communities and organizations.
Social Studies Education
Programs in Social Studies Education at Boston University prepare educators in the disciplines of history, government/civics, geography, economics, and the other social sciences, including classroom teachers and educators who work in museums, nonprofit organizations, and informal educational settings.