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102 Master's degrees offered by the university
Chinese Literature
The M.A. degree in Chinese Literature is offered at University of Hawaii at Manoa in the field of Chinese literary and cultural studies with further emphasis on genre studies, literary history, or literary theory and criticism.
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.
Social Work (Distance Education)
The MSW Social Work (Distance Education) program from University of Hawaii at Manoa 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.
American Studies
The American Studies programme at the University of Hawaii at Manoa is a 30-credit Master of Arts degree. This interdisciplinary course offers advanced training in American culture and history through full-time study. Students develop expert research skills while exploring the diverse social fabrics of the United States.
Anthropology
The Anthropology Program at University of Hawaii at Manoa is intended to instill anthropological fundamentals in archaeology, biological and cultural anthropology, as well as additional core competencies in the applicant's elected subfield.
Human Resource Management
The Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) degree caters to individuals who are seeking to expand their knowledge in the field of human resources. The program at University of Hawaii at Manoa is also offered to the neighbor islands via video conferencing.
Food Science
Interest in nutrition, food, and the relationship of food to human health and fitness has never been greater than today. The Department of Human Nutrition, Food, and Animal Sciences at University of Hawaii at Manoa offers a MS degree in food science.
Religion
The Department of Religion has developed two graduate program from University of Hawaii at Manoa plans leading to the MA degree: a thesis-based MA program (Plan A) and a non-thesis track (Plan B).
Curriculum Studies: K-12 School Level
The Curriculum Studies: K-12 School Level programme at the University of Hawaii at Manoa is a 30-credit Master of Education degree. Designed for completion in two years, this campus-based course offers flexible hybrid and online study modes to prepare experienced educators for advanced administrative and supervisory roles.
Quantitative Health and Clinical Research
The JABSOM Department of Quantitative Health Sciences consists of two graduate programs: Master of Science in Quantitative Health and Clinical Research, and Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research. Within this University of Hawaii at Manoa department are our diverse biostatisticians, bioinformaticians, data specialists, clinical research methodologists and instructors.
Philosophy
The Philosophy program at University of Hawaii at Manoa is designed to serve both those who intend to go on to work in philosophy at the doctoral level at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa, and those who wish to pursue philosophical studies beyond the baccalaureate level for other reasons.
Biological Engineering
The mission of the Biological Engineering (BE) program at University of Hawaii at Manoa is to provide engineering students a unique opportunity to study biological systems from the engineering perspective. The biological engineering program teaches the importance of the systems approach to problem solving.
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.
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.
Zoology
The Department of Biology graduate program from University of Hawaii at Manoa offers three degrees: a thesis M.S. (Plan A) in Zoology, a more coursework-oriented non-thesis M.S. (Plan B) in Zoology, and the Ph.D in Zoology.
Theatre
The Theatre program at University of Hawaii at Manoa is renowned for its Asian theatre productions and course offerings, as well as programs in Western and Hawaiian theatre (acting, directing, history, theory), design, playwriting and TYA (theatre for young audiences).
Asian Studies
The Asian Studies programme at the University of Hawaii at Manoa offers an interdisciplinary approach to exploring the diverse cultures and societies of Asia. This degree is available at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, providing full-time study options that focus on regional expertise and language proficiency.
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.
History
The Department of History at University of Hawaii at Manoa offers the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in the American, Asian, European, Pacific/Hawai‘i, and World fields.
Business Administration
Full-Time Global MBA–The Full-Time Global Business Administration program at University of Hawaii at Manoa offers students a comprehensive foundation in business fundamentals with an Asia-Pacific focus.