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27 Master's degrees offered by the university
Geography
The Geography program of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee offers two track options for MA/MS students: A standard track and a GIS Professional track.
Economics
The Economics program of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is built on a solid core of training in economic theory and econometrics, with concentrations in development economics, econometrics, industrial organization, international economics, labor economics, monetary theory and policy.
African and African Diaspora Studies
Continue your pursuit of African and African Diaspora Studies (AADS) with a master’s degree or Ph.D. at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee.
Women's and Gender Studies
The Women's and Gender Studies programme at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is a comprehensive Master of Arts degree delivered on campus. This advanced curriculum focuses on feminist theory and global perspectives. Students engage in rigorous academic research over a standard duration to prepare for diverse professional roles.
Sustainable Peacebuilding
The Sustainable Peacebuilding programme at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is a professional Master’s degree designed for those tackling complex global challenges. This on-campus course offers flexible durations of 15 months to three years, focusing on systems thinking and restorative practices through a transdisciplinary lens.
Criminal Justice and Criminology - Social Work (Coordinated)
The goal of the Criminal Justice and Criminology - Social Work (Coordinated) program of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is to make an evidence-based social work practice curriculum available to Master of Science in Criminal Justice & Criminology students. Our program is highly complementary to criminal justice inquiry and study.
Women's and Gender Studies and Social Work
The Women's and Gender Studies and Social Work programme at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is a coordinated dual-degree Master’s course. This on-campus programme combines theoretical feminist research with professional social work practice. Depending on prior qualifications, the duration varies across 52 to 76 credits.
Communication
The Communication programme at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee offers an advanced M.A.degree. Students engage in full-time, on-campus study focusing on rhetoric and social science. This curriculum provides deep theoretical knowledge and research skills essential for academic or professional career paths.
Criminal Justice and Criminology
The Criminal Justice and Criminology Master’s at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is a comprehensive graduate programme designed for future leaders. Available in full-time and online study modes, this 30-credit degree provides advanced expertise in crime analysis and policy over a flexible duration of up to seven years.
Psychology - Health Psychology
The Psychology - Health Psychology programme at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is a Master of Science degree focused on research competence. This on-campus course typically requires two to three years of full-time study, though part-time options are available. It explores how psychological variables influence physical health.
Human Resources and Labor Relations
The Master of Human Resources and Labor Relations (MHRLR) program from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee offers a balance between liberal arts and business-based education.
Educational Psychology - School Psychology
The master’s degree in Educational Psychology - School Psychology from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is designed as part of the Educational Specialist (EdS) degree in School Psychology. Students earn a master’s degree along the way to their EdS degree upon completion of the master’s degree requirements
Political Science
The Political Science programme at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee offers advanced graduate training at both Master’s and Doctoral levels. Students engage in rigorous academic research through full-time, on-campus study. This curriculum provides a comprehensive foundation in global politics and quantitative analysis.
Cultural Foundations of Community Engagement and Education
The Cultural Foundations of Community Engagement and Education at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is a multidisciplinary M.S. degree. This programme offers flexible online and on-campus study modes for working professionals. It focuses on social justice and change, typically completed through a series of core and elective modules.
Anthropology
The Anthropology program of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee provides training both for students interested in an academic career in anthropology and for those concerned with practical issues approached from the integrative perspective of anthropology.
Criminal Justice and Criminology with Public Administration
Students of the Criminal Justice and Criminology with Public Administration program of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee develop a broad foundation for understanding criminal justice policy, and the conceptual and analytical skills critical to the effective management of public agencies and programs.
Geography with Library and Information Science
The MLIS/MA Geography with Library and Information Science Coordinated Degree Program from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee prepares students for positions as map librarians.
Online Social Work
Beginning in the fall 2022 semester, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee will offer an Online Social Work program for advanced-standing students (students with a BSW earned within the past five years).
Public Health and Social Work
The coordinated master’s in Public Health and Social Work degree program from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee provides students with advanced, interdisciplinary education in public health and social work.
Urban Studies with Library and Information Science
Students in this Urban Studies with Library and Information Science program from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee concurrently pursue a Masters’ degree in Urban Studies (MS) and a MLIS degree.