University Of Montana - Missoula

Accounting

program is an advanced, graduate-level business degree focused on a curriculum that prepares individ ... uals to work in theaccounting field in various roles, such as auditors at largeaccounting firms, management positions.the program helps in progressing the rapidly changing profession, the challenging curriculum covers managerial accounting, financial management, current topics, and legal and ethical accounting issues Read More

Advanced Early Childhood Education

the program is designed for students seeking a graduate degree and licensure to teach young children ... age 0-8 years. the program provides a solid academic course of study as well as diverse, dynamic and enriching learning experiences Read More

Anthropology

anthropology is the study of human beings in time and space.the programme attempts to provide an in- ... depth understanding which involves a holistic approach of anthropology using theoretical and practical techniques.the program provides students with a broad knowledge of anthropological theory and research methods Read More

Art History

the ma in art with a concentration in art history and art studio is a comprehensive degree program d ... esigned to train students to engage with visuality in multiple ways. it offers a diverse curriculum intended to foster critical understanding of aesthetics, production, patronage and consumption of art Read More

Arts Mfa

this program provides students with unparalleled opportunities to develop conceptual approaches and ... technical expertise in a range of media including ceramics, drawing, fiber arts, intermedia, metal arts, painting, photography, printmaking and book arts, sculpture, and wood arts Read More

Athletic Training

the overall objectives of the msat program are to teach the students in the following domains: injur ... y/illness prevention and wellness protection; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate and emergency care; treatment and rehabilitation; and organizational and professional health and well-being Read More

Biochemistry and Biophysics

the program infuses core concepts of biochemistry and molecular biology as applied to biomedical sc ... iences and biotechnology, providing students with a rigorous and challenging curriculum to succeed in their post-academic and professional endeavors.program is targeted to those interested in pursuing academic, medical, or biotechnology industry research careers, those who wish to enhance their current careers by reinforcing their biomedical backgrounds, those making career shifts to positions that require additional background in biochemistry and molecular biology Read More

Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Business Administration

business administration provides students with the operational and economic understanding to enter a ... career in business.students also learn managerial processes and higher administration in order to prepare for leadership roles. courses frequently focus on human resource management, entrepreneurship, finance, accounting, and marketing Read More

Business Analytics - MS

business administration provides students with the operational and economic understanding to enter a ... career in business.students also learn managerial processes and higher administration in order to prepare for leadership roles.program is offered with a concentration in the following-accounting,business analytics concentration,businees economics concentration,decision sciences concentration,decision sciences concentration,entrepreneurship concentration,finance concentration, information systems concentration, international business concentration,marketing concentration, management concentration, risk management and insurance concentration, organizational leadership concentration.the program also offers ms-mba in business analytic Read More

Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology

the program offers research opportunities from a wide variety of fields to include the molecular and ... cellular aspects of cancer biology, infectious disease, metabolism (includes biofuels), neuroscience, plant biology, molecular physiology, gene expression, reproductive biology, developmental biology and structural biology Read More

Chemistry

the program offers the students a thorough exposure to a wide variety of technical and theoretical c ... oncepts of chemical engineering.degree in chemistry leads to careers in research and science in disciplines such as chemical engineering, pharmaceutics, or the public sector Read More

Communication Sciences and Disorders

the program is to educate clinicians who are competent to help children and adults with difficulties ... in any aspect of oral and written communication or swallowing. it is part of the school of family studies and human services, a multidisciplinary department in which sociologists and psychologists, speech-language pathologists and audiologists, economists, gerontologists, social workers, and marriage and family therapists address the broad social issues affecting the development of individuals and families Read More

Computer Science

the program is the study of the principles and use of computers.it is the study of computers and com ... putational systems. unlike electrical and computer engineers, computer scientists deal mostly with software and software systems; this includes their theory, design, development, and application Read More

Counselor Education

program is flexible and challenging that prepares you to become a counseling professional dedicated ... to helping people and making the world a better and more just place.the program is offered in two concentrations: clinical mental health counseling or rehabilitation counseling Read More

Creative Writing

creative writing programs provide students with an overview of various writing techniques. throughou ... t the course of study, students often practice and experiment with a variety of genres, allowing them to establish a clear voice and style.the program's curricular strengths, community outreach and close mentorship combine to define pragmatic, successful outcomes for students, new century graduates and artist-citizens Read More

Curriculum Studies

the curriculum studies program helps teachers with filling a variety of teaching and resource roles ... at an advanced level Read More

Economics

the graduate degree program trains participants in the fundamentals of economic analysis. the course ... work may involve econometrics, microeconomics, macroeconomics, and data analysis.program provides students with a solid grounding in economics, exposure to cutting-edge transdisciplinary research, and commitment to practice, problem solving, and policy shaping Read More

Education - Concentration

sudents interested in the general study of education who are not seeking certification to teach usua ... lly take up this program.this program is suited for several types of students.it is mainly ideal for professionals working in schools in non-teaching positions and for professionals working with students or schools through human service agencies or in other settings. cocentrations available are counseling psychology, curriculum and instruction, educational & organizational leadership, educational entrepreneurship, organizational learning and effectiveness, special education, teaching Read More

Educational Leadership

it is designed to develop thoughtful and highly skilled educators, administrators, policy analysts, ... and academic practitioners. a combination of theory and practice will enable students to tackle the complex challenges of current education policies and procedures Read More

English

the department of english offers several programs.the program enables students to pursue a variety o ... f goals. one could prepare for or advance in a career in instruction; embark on a professional career as a writer; pursue an advanced degree in literary study; be employed in the non-profit sector; or work in the fields of publishing, editing, and technical or professional writing Read More

Environmental Chemistry

students learn to examine the fate and transport of chemicals in the environment, including the heal ... th hazards and social impacts associated with chemical pollution.students will study the chemical, physical, and biological reactions of pollutants in the soil, water, and atmospheric systems.they also learn the effects of toxins in the environment and cutting-edge methods of regulating them Read More

Environmental Studies

students in the environmental studies program develop skills that are in high demand. these skills a ... re particularly well suited to bridging the gap between science and policy. students will become leaders in their communities' efforts to protect and/or restore environmental quality. environmental studies graduates work in organizations such as environmental protection agencies; nonprofit environmental advocacy organizations; environmental education organizations; municipal governments; regional planning and resource agencies; and state and national parks and recreation areas Read More

Forestry

students will acquire the skills to become a forestry researcher and help shape the future of the fi ... eld. here,students can delve more deeply into all aspects of forest ecosystems and their management: doing so can also help prepare them prepare for a career in the private sector or with a public land management agency Read More

Geography

the ma program in geography is designed to offer specialized academic and professional training in g ... eography so students may secure a sound graduate background for further specialization or for immediate employment. the program has sufficient flexibility to allow for the individual needs and the interests of students Read More

Geoscience

through coursework and research, students will have to choose to specialize in one or more areas su ... ch as geochemistry, geophysics, geomorphology, hydrogeology, petrology, remote sensing, sedimentary systems, earth science education or economic geology Read More

Health and Human Performance - Community Health

program provides students with comprehensive knowledge of the field and allows them to delve deeply ... into a specific area of interest.students get a opportunity to develop the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical application skills to analyse and address human health and social well-being issues within a community health framework Read More

Health and Human Performance - Exercise Science

the course is designed to prepare students with the expertise and skills they will need to succeed i ... n the industry by applying foundational knowledge.it will prepare students to become succesful strength and conditioning coaches in the collegiate,professional or private setting Read More

History

history is a study of the past; it often seeks to discover patterns of cause and effect that can obj ... ectively determine events of the past.students get a perspective of the world today through evidence as well as an understanding of why and how historical events unfolded through argument and interpretation Read More

Inorganic Chemistry

program will prepare students to think in an interdisciplinary fashion about problems in chemistry, ... biochemistry and many other related areas of study. curriculum is designed in such a way that it gives research opportunities in all areas of chemistry with a focus on inorganic chemistry Read More

Interdisciplinary Studies

the interdisciplinary studies degree option is a response to increasing interest by students and fac ... ulty in an interdisciplinary approach to graduate study and scholarship. it is available to students who have been admitted to a either a master's or doctoral degree program, but who have unique educational needs that cannot be met within a single degree program. it is limited to those areas in which sufficient faculty and adequate material resources exist to support the proposed course of study Read More

Journalism

the program blends practical skills with the academic study of journalism. it will build a foundatio ... n for a career in journalism.journalism refers to the production and distribution of reports on recent events Read More

Library Media Studies

a graduate field covering the collection, preservation, organization, and dissemination of media, li ... brary science explores the place of the library in modern society. this may include the management of brick-and-mortar libraries and online information that relates to them. although archival science tends to be a separate field, there is generally some archival work in library science. areas of emphasis that may be offered include information studies, knowledge management, and social media and communications Read More

Linguistics

by studying this program students will have a deep understanding of language,he ability to apply lin ... guistic methodologies to analyze language ,awareness of cross-cultural difference and respect for diversity Read More

Material Science

students develop a solid foundation of knowledge in the principles of materials science, through eit ... her an atomic/nano or a bulk/macro approach.students can select a specialization in energy production,storage and transmission,nanomaterials,electronic materials,biomaterials,modeling and mechanical behavior Read More

Mathematical Sciences

this course draws on subjects in mathematics, statistics and computer science: from number theory, g ... eometry and algebra to genetics and cryptography; from probability and mathematical geoscience to data mining and machine learning Read More

Media Arts

the curriculum is designed to provide students with a broad grounding in media arts, motivate creati ... ve thought and independent research that pushes the state of the art, provide opportunities for collaborative interdisciplinary project work, and impart concrete job skills for work in artistic capacities in future media fields Read More

Medicinal Chemistry

medicinal chemistry is a multi-disciplinary field of study that utilizes synthetic organic chemistry ... in conjunction with developments in biochemistry, computational chemistry, molecular biology, and pharmacology to advance drug discovery Read More

Music

the program in music has emphases in composition or performance practice, and integrates studies in ... performance, composition/analysis, and research. graduates will have opportunities that other students will lack. individualized instruction, access to talented faculty, and many opportunities for performing. the course will encourage to develop the highest levels of instrumental skill through individual lessons and personalised learning Read More

Neuroscience

the m.s. program in neuroscience uses a mentorship model, which matches each incoming student with a ... n advisor who shares similar research interests. there is a strong emphasis on research throughout the program Read More

Organic Chemistry

program will prepare students to think in an interdisciplinary fashion about problems in chemistry, ... biochemistry and many other related areas of study. curriculum is designed in such a way that it gives research opportunities in all areas of chemistry with a focus on organic chemistry Read More

Organismal Biology, Ecology and Evolution

the master of science in ecology, evolution, and organismal biology program prepares students for re ... search and teaching careers in such fields as aquatic ecology, terrestrial ecology, evolutionary biology, behavioral ecology and physiological ecology. it provides background for students entering doctoral programs in diverse areas of plant, animal and microbial ecology Read More

Parks, Tourism and Recreation Management

graduate programs are designed to prepare park, recreation, tourism, and sport professionals for lea ... dership and academic positions in their respective disciplines Read More

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Design

the curriculum emphasizes on basic as well as applied research in drug designing, delivery and targe ... ting, utilizing medicinal chemistry, computational chemistry, pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, immunology and molecular and cell biology Read More

Philosophy

students in the ma program are prepared for a future in education or the workforce with foundational ... skills that support philosophical thinking.general areas of research include ethics, political philosophy, metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of law, philosophy of science, feminist philosophy, philosophy of language, experimental philosophy and the history of philosophy Read More

Political Science

the program gives people the skills to understand the constitution, how laws are made, and how to ef ... fectively navigate the complicated world of modern governing with advanced coursework Read More

Psychology

the graduate program in psychology provides intensive masters degree level education and training, w ... ith most students selecting an applied track which emphasizes clinical and counseling psychology. the program can also provide preparation for further graduate education or, for a limited number of students, the opportunity to pursue specific interests in experimental psychology Read More

Public Administration

the degree is designed to help prepare an individual for career service in national, state or local ... government; in regional planning agencies; and in non-profit or voluntary organizations.the program places special emphasis on rigorous empirical training, particularly in economics, econometrics and political science Read More

Public Health

the purpose of the master of public health program is to prepare public health professionals to draw ... on the knowledge and skills from a variety of disciplines and to define, critically assess, evaluate and resolve public health problems. mph program graduates will have a common educational grounding that will enable them to work effectively with the broad spectrum of public health issues related to their public health careers Read More

Public Health - Community Health and Prevention Sciences

a degree in community health and health behavior provides a foundational understanding of the factor ... s that influence individuals' health choices. you will also determine the role of the community in the onset of and solutions to public health problems. with this education and through applied field and/or research opportunities, you'll be prepared to address health challenges in your local, regional and broader communities Read More

Resource Conservation

resource conservation will prepare students to better understand and manage natural resources and bi ... odiversity.students will take courses that focus on a variety of ecosystems and how to manage them such as forest and wetland ecology and management, fisheries and wildlife management, etc Read More

Resource Conservation - International Conservation and Development

ms in resource conservation in international conservation and development (icd) addresses ecological ... and social aspects of environmental change, biodiversity conservation and rural development. icd also allows students to pursue independent conservation and development projects through international professional field assignments Read More

Social Work

social work is a service-centered career that involves working with individuals, families, and child ... ren to help people and communities who are most in need.the program helps students acquire a broad base of knowledge and skills to address the needs of families, individuals, groups, organizations and communities Read More

Sociology

sociology program is designed to prepare students for professional employment in which they can use ... analytical and research skills or for further education in phd programs in sociology.the program emphasizes the attainment of a basic capacity for critical research, analysis, and academic writing Read More

Sociology - Criminology

the program is research degree program.the program provides a high level of theoretical and empirica ... l knowledge about crime and criminal justice.it is specially designed to provide research skills needed for careers as criminal justice researchers Read More

Special Education

students gain a strong foundation in teaching and content knowledge from experts in the field of edu ... cation.the special education program builds strong connections between theory and practice through quality classroom instruction paired with extensive clinical experiences Read More

Systems Ecology

this program offers an in depth the study of ecological systems that focuses on interactions and tra ... nsactions within and among biological systems. systems ecology specifically recognizes the strongly interactive role that humans play affecting most of the earth's ecosystems Read More

Technical Communication

program prepares students for careers in grant writing, information development, web design, and use ... r experience through classes in applied rhetoric and technical communication Read More

Theatre

the program intended to ground the student in advanced fundamentals of theatrical theories and pract ... ice while accommodating individual interests and strengths. with a broad curriculum that balances both academic and production experiences, the ma program constitutes a period of study and practice en route to professional work, teaching or further advanced degrees Read More

Theatre - Acting

this degree is for students who desire a professionally oriented education and training in design an ... d technical production, acting and directing.in addition to the acting jury, each student will be assessed on professionalism, collegiality and progress in coursework and departmental productions Read More

Theatre -Directing

theatre with a concentration in directing is a program for students who demonstrate serious purpose, ... professional aspirations, theatrical daring and the desire to explore new work in collaborating with playwrights and in the devising and creation process Read More

Theatre Design -Technology

program will refine and enhance students artistic skills while planning and executing a theatrical p ... roduction.they will also be required to participate in theatre study and work outside your designated area of focus.it is ideal for students with a specialty in acting or theatre design and technology Read More

Toxicology

toxicology integrates closely with other medical and applied disciplines including pharmacology, for ... ensic science, environmental health, ecological toxicology, infectious disease, nutrition and food safety, and veterinary science Read More

Wildlife Biology

the program focuses on the ecology and management of wild animals, for their benefit and the benefit ... of humans. with direct and indirect human impacts on the environment increasing, lands that are inhabited by wildlife species are being changed or lost at unprecedented rates. managing for wildlife in these times includes activities such as study design, data collection and interpretation, and communication to constituencies so policies can be selected that have positive outcomes for wildlife and humans Read More