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210 Master's degrees offered by the university
Urban Planning
The Urban Planning programme at University at Buffalo is a two-year, in-person degree requiring 52 credits. Available in both full-time and part-time modes, this professional course focuses on urban sustainability and social justice, preparing students for global careers in government, non-profits, and private firms.
Civil Engineering
Students pursuing the CIE degree select from one of five program concentrations (summarized below) that provide different course requirements and electives. The Civil Engineering program is offered by the University at Buffalo.
Comparative Literature
The Comparative Literature programme at the University at Buffalo is a rigorous postgraduate degree designed for deep research. This full-time course typically spans two years, offering students a robust academic environment to explore global literary traditions and advanced theory within a diverse scholarly community.
Social Science-Interdisciplinary
The Social Science-Interdisciplinary program of the University at Buffalo offers students the freedom to design a specialized graduate curriculum, gain advanced training in research methods and complete a capstone research project.
Chemistry
The Chemistry programme at the University at Buffalo provides advanced scientific training through a flexible M.Sc. degree. Students can choose between thesis and project-based tracks to suit their professional goals. This full-time curriculum focuses on research excellence and mastery of modern laboratory technologies.
Criminal Law
The Criminal Law programme at the University at Buffalo is a specialised post-professional degree designed for legal experts. This full-time course in New York State focuses on advanced legal theory and practice, attracting international lawyers aiming to excel as prosecutors, judges, or legal educators globally.
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Our master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences, offered by the University at Buffalo, provides you with a foundation in the discipline and helps you develop an individualized program of research.
Social Work (Advanced Standing, Full Time)
The Social Work (Advanced Standing, Full Time) program of the University at Buffalo offers students the freedom to design a specialized graduate curriculum, gain advanced training in research methods and complete a capstone research project.
Physics Education- Adolescence
Students choose physics at UB because it combines excellence with diversity. We offer a master degree in Physics Education- Adolescence at the University at Buffalo.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programme at University at Buffalo is a Master of Education (EdM) degree. This on-campus course requires 33 credits and is typically completed in two to three full-time semesters, preparing students for professional ESL and ENL education roles across the globe.
Neuroscience
The Neuroscience MS at University at Buffalo is a full-time, two-year master's degree delivered in person. This interdisciplinary programme requires 30 credits and offers students academic flexibility to explore modern research. It provides a comprehensive foundation in nervous system function and translational medicine.
Humanities - Film and Media Study
The Humanities - Film and Media Study programme at University at Buffalo is a flexible postgraduate degree designed for interdisciplinary exploration. This Master of Arts (MA) requires 36 credit hours of study and allows students to combine media studies with other arts or sciences through full-time or part-time engagement.
Social Work (Advanced Standing, Part Time)
The Social Work (Advanced Standing, Part Time) program of the University at Buffalo offers students the freedom to design a specialized graduate curriculum, gain advanced training in research methods and complete a capstone research project.
Jewish Thought
The Jewish Thought programme at University at Buffalo is a 30-credit Master of Arts degree. This postgraduate course offers advanced training in the spiritual and intellectual history of Judaism. Available for full-time study, it focuses on medieval and modern texts to prepare students for doctoral research or professional roles.
Pharmacometrics and Personalized Pharmacotherapy
Our master’s in Pharmacometrics and Personalized Pharmacotherapy, offered by the University at Buffalo, provides you with a foundation in the discipline and helps you develop an individualized program of research.
Biotechnology
The Biotechnology programme at the University at Buffalo is a comprehensive M.Sc. degree designed for full-time study over two years. This advanced curriculum focuses on biomolecular sciences and technical expertise, preparing students for high-level research roles through a dedicated thesis project and rigorous academic training.
School Counseling
The School Counseling programme at the University at Buffalo is a full-time, on-campus EdM degree. Spanning four semesters and two summers, this professional course prepares students for New York State certification. You will gain 750 hours of hands-on experience supporting K–12 pupils in diverse educational settings.
Literacy Education Studies
The Literacy Education Studies at University at Buffalo is a 30-credit Master of Education (EdM) designed for educators. This flexible programme offers online and in-person study modes, typically completed in 2 to 5 semesters. It focuses on advanced reading instruction and literacy development for diverse global learners.
Computational Cell Biology, Anatomy and Pathology
The Master’s program in Computational Cell Biology, Anatomy and Pathology from University at Buffalo seeks to position graduates to best engage in that environment.
Music History
The MA in Music History at The University at Buffalo offers a broadly interdisciplinary, humanistic approach to musical scholarship. From the first semester, students participate in a central component of this degree track: the musicology seminar.