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102 Master's degrees offered by the university
English
This English program of study from University of Hawaii at Manoa is designed to give students the opportunity to specialize in one of four areas of concentration while requiring that they do approximately half of their course work in other subject areas.
Entomology
The MS in Entomology program at University of Hawaii at Manoa provides an education in general knowledge of entomology, including basic principles of insect identification, biology, systematics, and pest control and prepares the student for employment in private industry, government agencies, and research institutions.
Curriculum Studies - Interdisciplinary
University of Hawaii at Manoa's MEd-CS Curriculum Studies - Interdisciplinary is a minimum 30 credit track with two options: (1) the independent study of an area of concentration based on the student’s choice or (2) a set thematic course of study with a cohort of students.
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.
Early Childhood Education
This Early Childhood Education program at University of Hawaii at Manoa offers professional development and leadership training for students who work in programs serving all children (including those with disabilities) between infancy and 5 years old.
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.
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.
Microbiology
Microbiology at University of Hawaii at Manoa is designed to provide you with basic knowledge of this field, to permit you to acquire technical competence in the fundamentals of research and to foster creative and independent thinking.
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.
Nursing
The Nursing program at University of Hawaii at Manoa is designed for registered nurses who seek to expand their knowledge and clinical expertise to assume advanced practice and leadership nursing roles.
Public Health
The Public Health programme at the University of Hawaii at Manoa is a research-focused Master of Science degree. This full-time course specialises in epidemiology, requiring 32 credit hours and a thesis. Students engage in advanced academic training in Honolulu to prepare for specialist roles within the global health sector.
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).
Spanish
The Spanish programme at the University of Hawaii at Manoa is a full-time Master of Arts degree. Spanning a duration of two years, this course offers advanced training in linguistics and literature. It is designed for students seeking expertise in Hispanic cultures through comprehensive on-campus study and research.
Public Administration
The Public Administration Program (PUBA) at University of Hawaii at Manoa offers students a comprehensive foundation in public administration that is designed to build leadership in public service in Hawai'i, the mainland USA and the Asia-Pacific region.
Hawaiian
The graduate program in Hawaiian at University of Hawaii at Manoa is designed to provide broad, in-depth education in the Hawaiian language, culture, and literature and is an integral part of the efforts to revitalize Hawaiian as a living language.
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.
Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry from University of Hawaii at Manoa offers programs leading to the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. Research opportunities are available in a wide-range of contemporary areas of chemistry, including organic, inorganic, bioinorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry. Information about potential research projects are discussed on individual faculty homepages.
Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science
The MS degree in Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science at University of Hawaii at Manoa provides opportunities for students who wish to pursue advanced knowledge and research in one of the following areas of specialization: Physical Activity, Adapted Physical Activity, or Rehabilitation Counselor Education.
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.
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.