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"The following information discusses Master's Degrees in general. Not all schools will offer all of the different types of master's degrees. Please use the navigation menu and click on the link of the school in order to see which specific programs they have."General InformationA master's degree is an academic degree usually awarded for completion of a postgraduate or graduate course of one to three years in duration. In the United Kingdom it is sometimes awarded for an undergraduate course whose final year consists of higher-level courses and a major research project. In the recent standardized European system of higher education diplomas, it corresponds to a two-year graduate program to be entered after three years of undergraduate studies and in preparation for either high-qualification employment or for doctoral studies.Types of Masters Degrees
MA, MS
The Master of Arts (Magister Artium) and Master of Science (Magister Scientiae) degrees are the basic type in most subjects and may be entirely course-based, entirely research-based or a mixture. The master's degree is intermediate between a bachelor's degree and a doctorate. In some fields or graduate programs, one customarily earns a master's before a doctorate; in others, work on a doctorate begins immediately after the bachelor's degree. Some programs provide for a joint bachelor's and master's degree after about five years.Professional Masters Degrees
Master of Business Administration (MBA), and Master of Public Administration (MPA), are professional degrees focusing in management for the private and public sector.MASc, MEng
The Master of Engineering degree is awarded to students who have done graduate work at the masters level in the field of engineering. While in the United States, candidates in engineering are typically awarded MS degrees, in the U.K. and Canada, they are generally given MSc or MEng degrees.MEd
Master of Education degrees are similar to MA, MS, and MSc where the subject studied is education.In the United States some states license teachers with a bachelor's degree but require a master's within a set number of years as continuing education.MAT
Coursework and practica leading to a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree is intended to prepare individuals for a teaching career in a specific subject of middle and/or secondary-level curricula (i.e., middle or high school). The MAT differs from the MEd degree in that the course requirements are dominated by classes in the subject area to be taught (e.g., foreign language, math, science, etc.) rather than educational theory. Work toward most MAT degrees will, however, necessarily include classes on educational theory in order to meet program and state requirements. Work toward the MAT degree may also include practica (i.e., student teaching).MFA
The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) is a two to three year terminal degree in a creative field of study such as theatre arts, creative writing, filmmaking or studio art.MPhil and MRes
A Master of Philosophy or Magister Philosophiae (MPhil) is a research degree awarded for the completion of a thesis. It is a shorter version of the Ph.D. and some universities routinely enter potential PhD students into the MPhil programme and allow them to upgrade to the full PhD programme a year or two into the course. The Master of Research degree is a more structured and organised version of the MPhil, usually designed to prepare a student for a career in research. For example, an MRes may combine individual research with periods of work placement in research establisments.Featured Programs [8]
Master's of Science in Mental Health Counseling
Addiction, depression, stress management, parenting, relationships�skilled mental health counselors have the opportunity to make a difference with individuals, families, and groups in a variety of settings. Through a mix of research, fieldwork, and courses taught by national experts, this program will prepare you to address and treat behavioral disorders knowledgeably, ethically, and with...
Master's of Science in Psychology
Walden�s M.S. in Psychology program can help you succeed in many different industries, health care organizations, communities, and businesses by providing a background in the development and application of psychological theories, basic scientific methods, and
- Apply psychological knowledge and research to real-world situations...
Master's of Science in Psychology / Industrial / Organizational Psychology Specialization
With organizations evolving and reaching into new arenas, the need for applying psychology is continually important to creating a healthy workplace. As business has gone more global, organizations increasingly recognize the need to address family and personal issues with employees, as well as the specific cultures around the world and within companies. If you want to boost your career with the...
Counseling
Seton Hall's world-wide MAC program is a 48-credit curriculum providing students with a thorough background in individual counseling, group counseling, theory, and clinical practice. Ethical, social, cultural, professional, and legal issues in counseling are also studied alongside human development across the lifespan, and the role and function of community mental health agencies.
Counseling
Gonzaga University offers Counseling Degrees in British Columbia and Alberta Canada. Students in the two-year program attend classes in a group and remain together throughout the degree. The cohort model aims to increase collaboration and communication. The Masters program prepares students for professional employment in the counseling field. Individualization evolves via supervised...
Counseling / Family Therapy
The Family Therapy department at Southern Christian University provides students with advance skills and technical knowledge necessary to be proficient in the field. The interpretation and implementation of ministry to the Family Therapy field is also exercised. Graduates will be prepared to be a member of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors (AAPC).
Counseling Psychology
Southwestern Assemblies of God University is committed to preparing individuals for healthy, productive lives of prosperity and service to the communities in which they live. The Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology program approaches the practice of counseling from a biblically-based perspective on the social, personal, and spiritual natures of the human condition. Graduates of the...
Religious Studies
The counseling department of Liberty University is faith based. Consistent with the institution's mission, the faculty aim to educate individuals within the guidelines of Christianity. Students will develop the knowledge, skills, and values that will enable them to provide professional guidance.