15.6k Master's degrees in Social Sciences

The Postcolonial Literary and Cultural Studies MA degree from University of Leeds allows you to look critically at problematic histories whose legacies remain with us: the history of slavery; the history of apartheid; the ongoing histories of colonialism itself, which cut across different languages and cultures in different parts of the world.

Geared toward working professionals, the M.A. in Community Development Policy and Practice from University of New Hampshire will equip you for a myriad of careers and jobs while preparing you through real-world training and connecting you to community-based partners and practitioners.

The M.A. in Irish Literature and Culture from Boston College is a degree offered through the English Department, and is an integral part of Boston College’s Irish Studies Program.

The Behavior Analysis M.S. at the University of North Texas is a comprehensive on-campus programme. Spanning two to four years of full-time study, this degree provides deep expertise in the science of behavior change. Students gain practical experience in diverse settings, from autism intervention to animal welfare.

The Anthropology program of the University of Nevada, Reno will prepare you for your dream career with hands-on research experience led by highly our accomplished faculty.

The Rehabilitation Counseling programme at San Diego State University is a master level course delivered in a public study mode. This professional curriculum focuses on vocational rehabilitation and disability services. Students engage in advanced research and training to support diverse learners and community partnerships.

The MA African Studies program at Ohio University provides students, scholars, and members of the broader community opportunities to develop their understanding of this important world region.

Our Geography - Earth System Science program at The University of Alabama is focused on understanding atmospheric, hydrological, ecological, and earth surface processes to improve our understanding of Earth as an integrated system and our ability to address environmental challenges. We work at multiple spatial and temporal scales and in a number of regions around the world.

Throughout this Justice and Criminology program from the RMIT University you'll gain highly sought-after skills in crime management.

Support individuals and families in their quest for emotional well-being with the Mental Health Counseling program of University at Albany that's approved by the New York State Office of Professions as preparation for licensure.

The Psychology (Pre-Specialist in Education - School Psychology Concentration) at Middle Tennessee State University is a public, full-time programme. This M.A. degree provides essential training for future school psychologists, focusing on academic and emotional support for students through a field-based curriculum.

Students in the M.S. in Geography program at Ohio University emphasize one or more parts of the geographic discipline that are considered science because of their subject matter, or are using the scientific method, typically with quantitative techniques, to study geographic problems that might be approachable from more than one perspective.

The Pan-African Studies: African Diaspora Studies programme at the University of Louisville offers a comprehensive exploration of global Black cultures. This interdisciplinary degree is available through full-time study, providing students with deep insights into race, identity, and history over a standard four-year duration.

A leader in its field, the International Affairs MA program from Carleton University has an international reputation for providing the interdisciplinary training necessary to understand international issues and policy in a complex global environment. 

Fusing data analytics and behavioral science, Fordham University’s master’s degree program in Applied Psychological Methods will prepare you to help businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and policy makers create more efficient decisions in line with their long-term goals.

The Sociology programme at the University of Oklahoma is a postgraduate course delivered in a public study mode. This curriculum focuses on high-quality education and state-of-the-art research. Students engage with expert faculty to master social theories and diverse methodologies during their academic residency.

The Master of Arts (MA) degree in Political Science at The University of Alabama primarily serves students who seek a career in public service, or who intend to pursue a PhD degree at a later date, either at the University of Alabama or at another institution.

The master of arts degree program in Communication Studies at The University of Alabama is designed to promote understanding of the functions of human communication in its various forms and venues and emphasizes four substantive research areas:  rhetoric and political discourse, interpersonal communication, organizational leadership, and communication and culture.

The M.S.Ed. in Counseling at Northern Illinois University is a 60-credit postgraduate programme designed for aspiring professional helpers. Available in full-time and part-time study modes, this in-person degree offers specialisations in school or clinical mental health settings over a comprehensive two-year duration.

The Master of Arts in Asian Studies at the University of Utah is designed to prepare our students to become global citizens, versed in the languages and cultures of the region, with the intellectual flexibility to combine area studies and professional competence, and cognizant of the complex linkages that define the profound relevance of Asia for the United States today.