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30 Master's degrees offered by the university
French and Spanish
The French and Spanish program of the University at Buffalo offers students the opportunity to specialize in French or Spanish literature, Spanish linguistics or a combination of these fields.
Anthropology
The Anthropology program of the University at Buffalo includes 30 credit hours of Anthropology coursework, completion of first-year student requirements and a master’s project paper.
Jewish Thought
The Jewish Thought program of the University at Buffalo, a comprehensive, 30-credit program, provides advanced training in the intellectual and spiritual history of Judaism, with special emphasis on medieval, modern and contemporary thought.
Communicative Disorders and Sciences
The Communicative Disorders and Sciences program of the University at Buffalo is combining comprehensive academic coursework and stimulating clinical practicum. Students entering with undergraduate degrees in speech and hearing sciences typically complete the master’s degree in four semesters and one summer semester.
Public Health and Social Work
The Public Health and Social Work program of the University at Buffalo incorporates a public health perspective into social work practice and enables students to earn both a Master in Public Health (MPH) and a Master of Social Work (MSW).
Communication
Emphasizing the social scientific study of the communication process. The University at Buffalo offers a master degree in Communication.
Social Studies Education-Adolescence
The Social Studies Education-Adolescence program of the University at Buffalo offers students the freedom to design a specialized graduate curriculum, gain advanced training in research methods and complete a capstone research project.
American Studies
The American Studies programme at the University at Buffalo is a full-time, in-person Master of Arts degree. Spanning two years and requiring 32 credits, this course offers a socially engaged, interdisciplinary approach to the Americas. Students explore diverse geopolitical contexts through a global and hemispheric lens.
Rehabilitation Counseling
The Rehabilitation Counseling M.Sc. at the University at Buffalo is a 60-credit programme designed for aspiring certified counselors. This flexible degree offers both online and on-campus study modes, typically completed over four to six semesters. It focuses on empowering individuals to overcome physical and mental challenges.
Social Science-Interdisciplinary
The Social Science-Interdisciplinary program of the University at Buffalo offers students the freedom to design a specialized graduate curriculum, gain advanced training in research methods and complete a capstone research project.
Criminology
The Criminology program of the University at Buffalo focuses on the nature and causes of crime, characteristics and behaviors of people who commit crime and who are affected by crime, how law enforcement agencies and criminal justice systems work, how society reacts to crime, victims, and people who commit crime, and connections between crime and other social institutions.
Political Science
The Political Science programme at the University at Buffalo is a comprehensive M.A. degree designed for intellectual growth. This flexible course offers full-time study over a duration of up to four years. It prepares students for doctoral research or professional roles in government, advocacy, and political organisations.
Community Health and Health Behavior
Explore the actions of individuals, groups and organizations from a scientific perspective to promote health with the Community Health and Health Behavior program of the University at Buffalo.
Spanish Education
The Spanish Education program of the University at Buffalo is for you if you intend to teach Spanish particularly in public schools.
Global Affairs
The Global Affairs program of the University at Buffalo offers students advanced understanding of the processes, institutions, and challenges arising in the modern global system.
Geography
The Geography programme at the University at Buffalo is a versatile M.A. degree offering full-time and part-time study modes. Typically completed in one to two years, this 30-credit course provides expert faculty supervision and diverse concentrations, ensuring students gain advanced spatial analysis skills for professional success.
Economics
The Economics programme at University at Buffalo is a one-year, full-time MA degree designed to transform data into actionable decisions. This 30-credit curriculum focuses on quantitative analysis and economic theory, providing students with the practical tools needed to solve complex challenges in global industries.
French Language and Literature
The French Language and Literature at University at Buffalo is a full-time, two-year M.A. degree delivered in person. This 36-credit programme focuses on advanced linguistic mastery and cultural analysis. Students engage in rigorous academic training within the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures in Buffalo.
Community Health and Health Behavior
The Community Health and Health Behavior programme at the University at Buffalo is a comprehensive M.Sc. degree available in full-time, in-person, or hybrid formats. This curriculum focuses on the scientific study of health promotion and social factors to improve population outcomes through evidence-based practice.
Econometric and Quantitative Economics
The STEM-eligible MS in Econometric and Quantitative Economics (MS EQE) program, offered by the University at Buffalo, focuses on providing advanced knowledge and proper utilization of mathematical and quantitative skills required of economists in practical applications. Students may choose the general, financial or international track, depending on their unique career goals.