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102 Master's degrees offered by the university
Social Work
The University of Hawaii at Manoa Masters of Social Work program prepares professional social workers for advanced practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities in one of four fields of service: children and families, behavioral mental health, health and gerontology.
Oceanography
The Department of Oceanography at University of Hawaii at Manoa is located on the University of Hawaii’s largest campus (about 20,000 students), overlooking Waikiki and downtown Honolulu.
Library and Information Science
We educate leaders in the information professions. Through research, teaching and service, we contribute to knowledge, solve problems and prepare individuals to thrive in diverse information environments, with an emphasis on Hawai‘i and the Asia-Pacific region. The Library and Information Science program is offered at University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Microbiology
Microbiology at University of Hawaii at Manoa is designed to provide you with basic knowledge of this field, to permit you to acquire technical competence in the fundamentals of research and to foster creative and independent thinking.
Tropical Medicine
The Tropical Medicine Master’s Degree Program at University of Hawaii at Manoa provides students with a strong foundation in infectious disease microbiology and immunology and research experience in the field of Tropical Medicine.
Molecular Biosciences and Bioengineering
The Department of Molecular Biosciences and Bioengineering (MBBE) at University of Hawaii at Manoa was established in 1999 as result of a reorganization of the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR).
Korean Language and Linguistics
The M.A. degree at University of Hawaii at Manoa is offered in the fields of Korean Language and Linguistics, Korean Literature, and Korean for Professionals.
Urban and Regional Planning
The University of Hawaii at Manoa Department of Urban and Regional Planning is a professional program, fostering a multidisciplinary set of intellectual and practical tools, and enabling practitioners to chart the future in an age of uncertainty
Natural Resources and Environmental Management
The master of Natural Resources and Environmental Management at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a science-based interdisciplinary degree emphasizing the management of natural and environmental resources, that is, decision-making and actions to modify the resource base in order to achieve specified goals.
Second Language Studies
The MA Program in Second Language Studies at the University of Hawaii at Manoa has been in existence since 1961. The Department of Second Language Studies is the first and one of the largest such departments at an American university.
Atmospheric Sciences
The department offers Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctorate (Ph.D.) degrees. Through courses in dynamic, synoptic, and physical meteorology, students develop a strong foundation in tropical meteorology, the department’s special field, and are prepared to do research in the atmospheric sciences. The Atmospheric Sciences program is offered by University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Educational Foundations
In this Educational Foundations program offered by University of Hawaii at Manoa, students take core courses in the areas of philosophy of education, history of education, social and cultural contexts of education, and comparative/international education.
Athletic Training
The Professional Athletic Training Program at University of Hawaii at Manoa prepares graduate students to become BOC certified athletic trainers and scholarly practitioners in the athletic training profession. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
Public Health
The Public Health programme at the University of Hawaii at Manoa is a research-focused Master of Science degree. This full-time course specialises in epidemiology, requiring 32 credit hours and a thesis. Students engage in advanced academic training in Honolulu to prepare for specialist roles within the global health sector.
Ocean and Resources Engineering
The Ocean and Resources Engineering programme at the University of Hawaii at Manoa offers advanced postgraduate training in marine disciplines. This full-time course provides students with the technical expertise required for maritime industries. It combines rigorous academic study with a focus on oceanic resource management.
Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science
The MS degree in Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science at University of Hawaii at Manoa provides opportunities for students who wish to pursue advanced knowledge and research in one of the following areas of specialization: Physical Activity, Adapted Physical Activity, or Rehabilitation Counselor Education.
Health Care Management
The Distance Learning Executive MBA — Health Care Management Track from University of Hawaii at Manoa is an option that provides a unique insight into the health sector, which is undergoing transformational growth and change. The track combines a dynamic and rigorous MBA core business curriculum with health care-focused electives to prepare students for successful and rewarding careers.
Juris Doctor - MBA
Full-time law school students may apply to the JD/MBA program offered by the Shidler College of Business and the William S. Richardson School of Law. Join the Juris Doctor - MBA program from University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Entomology
The MS in Entomology program at University of Hawaii at Manoa provides an education in general knowledge of entomology, including basic principles of insect identification, biology, systematics, and pest control and prepares the student for employment in private industry, government agencies, and research institutions.
Animal Sciences
Animal Sciences (ANSC) offered by University of Hawaii at Manoa applies experimental investigation, cutting-edge technology, and other scientific principles to advance efficient and environmentally friendly animal agriculture and improve food quality and safety. Students receive training in both basic and applied agricultural systems, as well as in animal sciences.