The Department of Molecular and Biomedical Sciences offers programs in graduate studies leading to a master’s or Ph.D. in Microbiology. The thesis program (MS) or non-thesis option (MPS) is designed for professionals who wish to upgrade their knowledge or skills. Prerequisites for admission include a bachelor’s degree in microbiology or other biological science with undergraduate […]
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The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers graduate programs leading to Master of Science and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering. Each graduate student, in consultation with his or her graduate committee, prepares an individual program of study. Current areas of research include: Biomechanics and Biomedical EngineeringBiomimeticsComposite Materials and StructuresComputational MechanicsControls and Dynamic SystemsDesign OptimizationFluid MechanicsHeat TransferMarine Renewable […]
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The Music Division offers graduate studies leading to the Master of Music degree with majors in music education (including concentrations in advanced conducting) and performance. Individualized curriculum possibilities are designed to meet student interests and needs while offering a balanced program of academic and professional courses. For further information visit the Music Graduate Student Handbook.
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The School of Nursing offers a variety of program plans for graduate study in either the Master of Science in Nursing or Certificate of Advanced Studies in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) [On-Campus Only] The family nurse practitioner is prepared to provide healthcare to individuals and families across the lifespan (newborns, infants, children, adolescents, adults, […]
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The MS degree in Plant, Soil, and Environmental Science may be earned for a program of study comprising at least 30 hours of work including credit for graduate thesis work, which constitutes a major portion of the degree program. Areas of emphasis for graduate work include nutrient dynamics in agricultural and forest ecosystems, soil chemistry […]
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Both MA and PhD degrees in Psychology are offered and prepares students for careers in college teaching and research. Students work closely with a research advisor and begin research involvement in the first year. Research labs focus on the following specialty areas: Social Psychology Cognitive and Biological Psychology Students develop research skills and conduct research in […]
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The University of Maine Climate Change Institute offers a MS degree in Quaternary and Climate Studies which is a thesis-based program that requires at least 30 credit hours, which will consist of at least 24 hours of coursework and at least 6 hours of thesis work. Thesis work may not exceed 15 hours. All students in the […]
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The expanding use of mobile, spatial, and context-aware technologies, the building of interoperable coordinated information infrastructures and pervasive sensor-networks, the use of location as the foundation for many current and future business and scientific information systems, and the widespread enablement of individuals to gather their own spatial data, report it to others and generate their […]
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Students enrolling in the graduate programs in Economics (MS or MA) focus their studies on advanced microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, and econometrics, with research strengths in applied economics and quantitative methods. Graduates from both programs acquire strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills, which prepare them for Ph.D. programs in Economics and related fields and employment […]
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The Master of Social Work program is designed for people who are interested in entering the social work profession at an advanced professional level and for people currently in the profession who are interested in upgrading their knowledge, skills, credentials and career potential. The MSW Program consists of 63 credit hours total and includes 45 […]
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