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79 Master's degrees offered by the university
Economics
The Economics from the University of Oxford is designed to provide rigorous training in economic theory, its techniques and applications, and in quantitative research methods. It is comparable to the first two years of a PhD programme at the best US universities.
Public Policy
The Master of Public Policy at the University of Oxford is an intensive one-year taught degree course that offers a distinctive approach to learning about public policy. It is a transformative opportunity for current and future leaders with a commitment to public service.
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
This two-year part-time course in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy at University of Oxford offers experienced professionals from a range of backgrounds a unique opportunity to develop in-depth specialist knowledge and skills in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) curricula.
Sociology
The Sociology course from the University of Oxford is an intensive one-year master’s degree (two years for part-time students). Students are given high-quality research training in sociology, which includes knowledge of relevant theoretical approaches, an understanding of their application to substantive problems and skills in the use of major research techniques
Sociology and Demography
The Sociology and Demography programme at the University of Oxford introduces students to contemporary theories and research methods on the intersection of sociology and demography. This advanced 21-month programme takes a life-course and multilevel approach, aiming to integrate micro and macro issues in analysing social problems and the causes and consequences of population change.
Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
The MSt in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at the University of Oxford is a nine-month, interdisciplinary course designed to equip you with the critical and research tools needed for women's studies in the humanities.
Water Science, Policy and Management
The MSc in Water Science, Policy and Management course at the University of Oxford aims to equip the next generation of water professionals with the blend of skills necessary to make a significant contribution to sustainable water management pathways across competing priorities of water for ecosystems, food, energy, economic growth and human consumption.
Social Anthropology
Social anthropology considers people, through and through, as social beings. Everything that all of us do, in whatever society or culture at whatever period of history, rests on assumptions, which usually are not stated but which are largely shared with our particular neighbours, kin, friends, or colleagues. The Social Anthropology programme is offered at the University of Oxford.
Celtic Studies
The M.St. in Celtic Studies at the University of Oxford is a full-time course lasting nine months. This programme delves into the languages, literature, and culture of Celtic-speaking communities. It is designed for those with prior knowledge of Welsh, Irish, or another Celtic language, aiming to deepen their understanding in this field.
Modern Middle Eastern Studies
The Modern Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Oxford is a new twelve-month, taught master's course, offered jointly by the Faculty of Oriental Studies and the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies (OSGA).
Research in Experimental Psychology
Students on the Research in Experimental Psychology course at the University of Oxford will carry out independent research under the supervision and guidance of principal investigators and researchers within a research group or lab.
Traditional China
The MSt in Traditional China from University of Oxford provides students with an opportunity to develop the skills needed for research on pre-modern and early modern China.
Classical Archaeology
The MSt in Classical Archaeology offered at the Dashboard University of Oxford is designed for those who wish to build on undergraduate studies in Classical archaeology, as well as for those with experience in other areas of Classical studies wishing to develop an understanding of the material culture.
Psychodynamic Counselling
The Postgraduate Certificate in Psychodynamic Counselling at the University of Oxford is a one-year part-time course offering a broadly based knowledge of psychodynamic theory and practice, as the access point to a four-year, part-time clinical training in psychodynamic counselling/therapy, or as a stand-alone course.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
The MSc in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at The University of Oxford offers clinicians who have successfully completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy an opportunity to carry out high quality research and contribute to the evidence base for CBT.
Korean Studies
This Korean Studies course at the University of Oxford aims to build on a basic knowledge of modern Korean and classical Chinese or modern Japanese.You should expect to attend up to ten hours per week of tutorials and should expect to spend an additional thirty to forty hours a week, perhaps more, during each full term for preparation.
African Studies
The MSc in African Studies programme at the University of Oxford is a three-term course, designed both as a stand-alone interdisciplinary introduction to current debates about Africa, and as a preparation for doctoral research on Africa. This advanced degree programme provides an excellent foundation for those who wish to expand their knowledge of African studies.
Modern Chinese Studies
The Modern Chinese Studies at the University of Oxford is a two-year master's degree programme offered jointly by the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies (OSGA) and the Faculty of Oriental Studies, which combines intensive study of the Chinese language with thorough training in the study of modern China.
Modern Middle Eastern Studies
The Modern Middle Eastern Studies offered at the University of Oxford is a two-year course intended for students from all social science and humanities backgrounds. The course provides intensive training in a Middle Eastern language, training in research methods and topics relevant to the study of the Middle East.
Slavonic Studies
The Slavonic Studies from the University of Oxford is designed to help those who already possess a good knowledge of Russian or another Slavonic language to acquire grounding in areas of Slavonic studies which were not part of their first degree course.