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36 Master's degrees offered by the university
Childhood Studies
The Childhood Studies programme of Rutgers University involves the cross-disciplinary study of children and childhood within historical, multicultural, national, and global contexts. Each combination of perspectives brings new insights into the lives of children and the families, cultures and societies in which they are embedded.
Psychological Science
The Psychological Science programme at Rutgers University deepens students’ comprehension of human behavior within the context of people’s lives.
Chinese
The Chinese programme of Rutgers University is primarily designed for practicing Chinese language teachers at American secondary schools who wish to further develop their professional knowledge and skills.
Italian
The Italian programme of Rutgers University is committed to the research and teaching of Italian language, literature, and culture from all periods—from classical antiquity and Dante to opera, theater, and contemporary film and visual culture.
Urban Planning and Policy Development
Founded in 1967, the Urban Planning and Policy Development programme at Rutgers University educates innovative people who wish to combine social concerns with analytic skills. While planners work on a wide range of problems, they also are likely to focus on a particular issue or specialization in building individual careers, concentrating their professional expertise.
Public Affairs and Politics
The Public Affairs and Politics programme of Rutgers University helps students develop or refine analytic and quantitative skills and to form a more thorough understanding of the political institutions and processes through which public policies are implemented and formulated.
German
Internationally recognized for its cutting-edge research and teaching, the German programme at Rutgers University has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years: We emphasize interdisciplinary modes of inquiry and foster excellence in research and pedagogy at all levels of instruction.
Political Science
The Political Science course at Rutgers University prepares students to work in the public and private international sectors, as well as in non-governmental organizations, think-tanks, foundations, and media companies focusing on regional, national, and global issues, or to pursue further graduate studies.
English and Media Studies
The English and Media Studies programme of Rutgers University offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to your academic goals, whether you’re delving into classic literature, analyzing contemporary media trends, or exploring the intersections of culture and technology.
American Studies - Public Humanities
The American Studies - Public Humanities programme of Rutgers University educates students to become knowledgeable and productive scholars who will contribute significantly to a wide range of academic, cultural, and public institutions because we believe that interdisciplinary training in American Studies provides a critical foundation to understanding our world and changing it.
Spanish
The Spanish programme of Rutgers University is a programme that can be completed totally online or in a combination of course platforms – online, hybrid, on-campus, and/or summer study abroad in Spain and Peru.
Rehabilitation Counseling - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Interested in earning a masters in mental health counseling? As a student in the Rehabilitation Counseling - Clinical Mental Health Counseling programme of Rutgers University, you’ll gain the specialized knowledge, skills, and ability to counsel people with psychiatric, developmental, sensory, or physical disabilities.
Food and Business Economics
The Food and Business Economics programme of Rutgers University resides in the Department of Agricultural, Food and Resource Economics (DAFRE) in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS).
Communication and Media
Change happens quickly in information-intensive fields like journalism, communication, public relations, marketing and media. The Communication and Media programme of Rutgers University puts you at the forefront of change so you can advance your career options.
Geography
The Geography course from Rutgers University encourages work on a wide range of research specialties and fosters strong interdisciplinary ties.
Public Policy
The primary objective of the Public Policy programme of Rutgers University is to prepare students for careers in government, politics, and public affairs within public, non-profit, or private sectors.