22 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Applied Behavior Analysis M.S. at Georgia State University is a 36-credit master programme delivered in a public study mode. This Atlanta-based course prepares scientist-practitioners to use evidence-based behavioral change strategies across diverse settings, offering a professional path toward BCBA certification.

The standalone Sociology MA program offered at Georgia State University trains social researchers who do not necessarily plan to pursue a career in academia. Students in this program can receive training in social research skills that can allow them to work in industry or the non-profit sector as qualitative and quantitative researchers.

The Philosophy, Politics, and Economics M.I.S. program offered at Georgia State University prepares students for a range of careers in government, public service, entrepreneurship and the corporate world.

The M.A. in World Languages and Applied Intercultural Studies at Georgia State University is a public, full-time programme completed over four semesters. It focuses on developing intercultural competency and advanced linguistic skills to prepare students for global careers through innovative, career-ready curriculum and practical experience.

The Social Foundations of Education M.S. at Georgia State University is a 36-credit master's programme delivered in a flexible online study mode. This interdisciplinary course explores educational inequities through the lenses of race, class, and gender, typically completed over four semesters or 1.5 years of study.

The Economics M.A. at Georgia State University is a versatile postgraduate programme designed for data-driven careers. This STEM-designated course offers full-time students the choice between online or on-campus study modes. Over two years, you will master quantitative research and applied econometrics to lead in various global industries.

The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies M.A. at Georgia State University is a comprehensive postgraduate programme. Delivered in a public study mode over two years, this degree type focuses on intersectional analysis. Students explore the complex links between gender, race, and sexuality through diverse academic lenses.

The Communication - Communication Studies M.A. at Georgia State University is a 36-hour programme designed for advanced research in speech and mass communication. Available in a public study mode, this degree typically takes two years to complete, offering students expertise in strategic communication and media studies.

The Anthropology M.A. at Georgia State University provides advanced training in anthropological theories and methods. This public programme offers a thesis or capstone track, requiring 33 to 36 credit hours. Students explore social and biological human experiences through flexible study modes in the heart of Atlanta.

The Social Studies Education M.A.T. program offered at Georgia State University is designed for students who hold a bachelor's degree and seek an initial teaching certification in Secondary Social Studies, grades 6-12.  This program leads to a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) and a clear and renewable (T5) Induction Certificate in Georgia.

The Political Science - Professional Politics M.A. at Georgia State University is a 30-credit-hour postgraduate programme designed for public service careers. This public study mode degree offers full online, in-person, or hybrid flexibility. It typically takes 3 to 4 semesters to complete this professional terminal degree.

In adopting an anthropological approach to museums, this Anthropology - Museum Anthropology concentration at Georgia State University is distinct from generalized museum studies in examining curation, exhibition and museum practice from a comparative and global perspective that sees museums as dynamic institutions embedded in particular social and cultural contexts.

The Public Policy programme at Georgia State University is a 39-credit graduate degree designed for aspiring analysts. This M.P.P. is delivered on the Atlanta campus with flexible full-time or part-time study modes. Most classes are held in the evenings to accommodate working professionals over a two-year duration.

The Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling M.S. at Georgia State University is a 60-credit master’s programme delivered in a public study mode on the Atlanta campus. Over a minimum of two years, students prepare to support individuals with diverse disabilities, focusing on independence, education, and vocational success.

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.S. at Georgia State University is a 60-credit programme delivered in a public study mode. This CACREP-accredited course prepares students for professional licensure through rigorous clinical training and a three-semester practicum, focusing on wellness across the lifespan.

The Political Science M.A. at Georgia State University is a versatile postgraduate programme designed for public study. This degree type offers multiple concentrations to suit diverse career goals in government or law. Students benefit from expert faculty guidance while developing a deep foundation in modern political scholarship.

The Communication (Film and Video) MA program offered at Georgia State University prepares students for professional activities in all areas of film/video/digital imaging in which the school has emphasis (moving image production and moving image studies), as well as for continued advanced graduate work at the Ph.D. level.

The Heritage Preservation MHP program from Georgia State University offers compelling opportunities to pursue careers relating to the preservation and interpretation of cultural heritage.  

The Communication - Human Communication and Social Influence MA program offered at  Georgia State University fosters the advanced study of rhetoric and interpersonal communication. The faculty in interpersonal communication are interested in media portrayals of interpersonal relationships, particularly those involving older Americans. 

The Political Science - Political Science for Educators M.A. at Georgia State University is a 30-credit hour programme designed for social studies teachers. This public study mode course lasts 15 months and offers fully online or hybrid delivery, focusing on democracy, citizenship, and advanced pedagogical skills.