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53 Master's degrees offered by the university
Geoscience
The Geoscience M.Sc. at Western Kentucky University is a comprehensive postgraduate programme designed for advanced scientific training. This full-time course focuses on human-environment interactions and research literacy. Students benefit from expert faculty and high-tech facilities while preparing for diverse professional roles.
Accountancy
The Master of Accountancy offered by Western Kentucky University is an advanced program of study designed to provide students with an expanded understanding of accounting and business by building on the foundation gained in an undergraduate ac- counting program.
Biology
The Master of Science in Biology at Western Kentucky University provides many opportunities in teaching, research, and public service and provides excellent preparation for many other areas of basic and applied sciences.
Teacher Education for Initial Certification
The MAT in Teacher Education for Initial Certification from Western Kentucky University provides students with the pedagogical knowledge and skills to become highly qualified educators who will apply state-of-the-art, evidence-based, best teaching practices to increase student achievement.
Environmental and Occupational Health Science
The online Master of Science in Environmental and Occupational Health Science (EOHS) by Western Kentucky University focuses on the protection of human health from environmental hazards in the air, water, soil and food, and prevention of health hazards in workplaces and the natural environment.
Health Administration
The Health Administration programme at Western Kentucky University is a 36-credit hour Master of Health Administration designed for aspiring healthcare leaders. This full-time or part-time course focuses on professional competencies and integrative learning to prepare graduates for diverse managerial roles in the global health sector.
Applied Economics
In addition to course work, the Applied Economics program from Western Kentucky University utilizes practicum, an end-of-program applied project, and non-credit workshops to build specific technical skills and to enhance employability of graduates.
Advanced Teacher Education
This Advanced Teacher Education program from Western Kentucky University is designed to develop advanced educators who can positively impact student learning in their classrooms and schools.
Gifted Education and Talent Development
The MAE in Gifted Education and Talent Development from Western Kentucky University offers two concentrations, Advanced Certification for Teacher Leaders and Advanced Research Focus.
Homeland Security Sciences
This Homeland Security Sciences multidisciplinary program from Western Kentucky University prepares science and technology professionals for careers in the Homeland Security area.
Instructional Leadership - School Principal
The Master of Arts in Education, Instructional Leadership - School Principal program from Western Kentucky University requires 30 hours of coursework and leads to eligibility for initial principal certification (Level I, KP1).
Creative Writing
The MFA program in Creative Writing from Western Kentucky University provides students pursuing vocations in creative writing the opportunity to acquire the background and knowledge required to be leading citizens of what Vachel Lindsay calls the “Republic of Letters.”
Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, Birth to Primary, for Teacher Leaders
The MAE in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, Birth to Primary, for Teacher Leaders from Western Kentucky University provides a choice of three concentrations which are dependent upon an applicant's current certification and their desired additional certificate sought.
Computer Science
The Computer Science programme at Western Kentucky University is a postgraduate degree designed for professionals seeking advanced expertise. This Master of Science offers full-time study with a focus on systems programming and algorithms. Students can choose between thesis and non-thesis tracks to suit their career goals.
Cybersecurity Data Analytics
This program is the study of Cybersecurity Data Analytics by Western Kentucky University defenses using data analytics to support the principles of data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Public Administration
The Public Administration programme at Western Kentucky University is a comprehensive Master’s degree designed for future public service leaders. This 36-hour curriculum is delivered through flexible study modes to accommodate diverse professional backgrounds, ensuring students gain essential expertise in management.
Engineering Management
The Master of Science in Engineering Management from Western Kentucky University develops leaders to support the needs of the modern world-wide industry. The curriculum enhances both career and personal objectives.
Master of Business Administration
The Master of Business Administration at Western Kentucky University is a 30-credit postgraduate programme designed for aspiring leaders. This degree offers flexible study modes to suit professionals, focusing on advanced management skills. Students can complete the curriculum in a timeframe that supports their career goals.
Speech-Language Pathology
This Speech-Language Pathology program from Western Kentucky University is designed to prepare professional speech-language pathologists to meet the needs of the communicatively handicapped in hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, and schools.
Student Affairs in Higher Education
The Master of Arts in Education program in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Western Kentucky University is designed to prepare students to obtain entry and mid-level student affairs professional positions.