And it is the approach we take to the programs we offer. Future-ready programs that prepare you to go forward into the career you choose. Field-tested, employer vetted, and designed by experts in the industry, our programs put you ahead of the curve. State of the art. Industry informed. Our graduate degrees focus on some of the most in-demand career fields in West Virginia and the nation. Whether you want to advance in your current career or switch to a new field, our online graduate degrees will help you get ahead.
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With this MS, you will learn to analyze and apply GIS and spatial analysis data across multiple disciplines. There is a growing demand for professionals in this area and the program is ideal for working professionals, as well as graduate students who desire advanced training in areas such as predictive modeling, data exploration, programming, spatial hydrology, remote sensing, and geospatial modeling.
The MA in Game Design at WVU is a credit program for emerging game designers seeking to further their credentials for career advancement. All courses are online except for the annual Game Design Residency ART , an on-campus game design conference that takes place each summer. During this four-day session each student has an opportunity to hear from leading game designers, meet their WVU faculty, network with potential employers and share their game design project with peers.
The Master of Science in Genetics and Developmental Biology is an interdisciplinary program involving the faculty and facilities of a number of departments in the various colleges and schools of WVU. The PhD in Genetics and Developmental Biology is particularly well suited for students interested in emphasizing plant, animal, microbial bacterial or fungal , or insect genetics or developmental biology.
The Graduate Certificate in GIS and Spatial Analysis is intended to augment the educational tracks of a wide number of students from across WVU with the ability to analyze spatial data at an advanced level. The MA program offers both a thesis and a project track. The thesis is an in-depth research investigation, whereas the project is a structured, one-semester activity.
The PhD is an advanced research degree, with coursework, comprehensive exams and a major research investigation. Students are expected to be well-grounded in the one or more of the Geography program's three areas of specialization.
Geology is a dynamic field of natural science that aims to understand how the Earth works and provide solutions to pressing global challenges such as global climate change, evolving demands for energy and water, and environmental issues. Our graduate program comprises core geology faculty with expertise in the interdisciplinary subfields including:.
Art and Design graduate students work closely in a personal studio environment, while benefiting from a highly accessible faculty. A Master of Health Administration MHA is a professional degree focused on the organization, delivery and management of healthcare and public health systems and services. The Health Data Science Certificate is designed to develop a basic understanding of standard analytic techniques, data visualization tools, practical methods for modeling problems and interpreting data content.
The MPH degree in Health Policy is designed for students with a keen interest in using population-based approaches to understand and improve the health status of large groups within society. Health services research examines how people get access to healthcare, how much care costs and what happens to patients as a result of this care. Outcomes research evaluates the effectiveness of health care interventions through changes in outcomes such as improvements in patient functional status, satisfaction with care, morbidity, and mortality.
Data collected from outcomes research provide patients, health care providers, and payers of health services information about what does and does not work in real life settings.
The Healthcare Master of Business Administration, offered by the John Chambers College of Business and Economics, is for those seeking a career in the field, or for current healthcare professionals who want to expand their skillset to take on leadership roles within their organization. This 30 credit hour online program can be completed within two to eight years either as a part-time or full-time student and from any geographic location.
Working with an advisor, students complete a program of study that includes a capstone experience. The new Ph. Students in this program will be prepared to conduct new research and undertake leadership roles in higher education. The EdD in Higher Education Administration is designed to prepare graduates for positions in higher education administration, faculty and research and policy. The graduate History program includes about students and 23 faculty.
Most students concentrate in U. There is a special MA program in Public History. The graduate History program at WVU includes about students and 23 faculty. Horticulture is the science of the production, processing and marketing of fruit, vegetable, greenhouse and landscape crops. Students in the Horticulture program study the physiology, culture, harvest, quality control, sales and utilization of horticultural crops.
The Master of Science in Human Resource Leadership offered by the John Chambers College of Business and Economics and focuses on giving students advanced professional knowledge, data-driven decision-making skills, and leadership capabilities. The objective of this program is to provide doctoral students the opportunity to study and conduct research with faculty in areas of excellence in the Division of Resource Management, in particular, and in other divisions in the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design, in general.
The PhD in Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis will prepare students from diverse backgrounds to serve as professionals that are knowledgeable about the immune system of humans and other mammals, how the immune system functions and the consequences of its malfunction on the health of the host.
Students in the MSIE program will learn to master modern and classical methodologies in their area of concentration, oral and written communication skills to bridge the gap between society and businesses and professional ethics as applied to their field. In this program, students will conduct research in their field of choice, work on projects in teams and individually and design and implement new integrated systems. The Industrial Hygiene program is designed for students with undergraduate training in the areas of engineering, chemistry, biology, medical sciences, animal sciences or the physical sciences who have an interest in occupational and environmental health and safety.
This enables students to earn their degrees in this fast-growing field from anywhere in the world. The credit IMC graduate certificate provides students with a broad overview of IMC, focusing on several integral aspects of the discipline. The program is designed to prepare students for independent jazz teaching, public school teaching, college or university studio or group teaching, ensemble coaching and the teaching of jazz improvisation and pedagogy at the college of university level.
Landscape architecture is the design and planning profession that applies both art and science to achieve the best use of land. Landscape architects design the setting for a variety of land uses ranging from residential to industrial development while providing stewardship for the natural environment.
The WVU College of Law provides students a unique opportunity to attend a small public law school within a nationally recognized research university. You will understand leadership in a global context and learn to enhance your leadership abilities in both your work and in your daily life by learning to manage conflict and change. Our Ph. Each cohort travels through core courses and milestones together, providing a peer network to complement faculty support.
The MFA Lighting program emphasizes a hands-on learning environment. Students get an immersive lighting experience from production electricians, to designers, to moving light technicians and lighting console programmers. The M. Students also have the opportunity to engage in research projects that reflect their interests within a given subject and that serve to complement and augment the information imparted through in-class activities.
The program may be completed either by taking comprehensive exams, or by writing and defending a Master's thesis. The program is intended both for students seeking preparation for doctoral studies in linguistics or a related field, as well as for those seeking a terminal professional degree with a goal of pursuing careers in language related fields.
The Graduate Certificate in Linguistics is a hour program that provides students with foundational knowledge in the science of human language: what is the nature of human linguistic knowledge, how is that knowledge acquired, and how human linguistic behavior makes use of such knowledge.
The Management PhD program is a small, high quality, full-time, residential program designed to prepare qualified individuals for careers in scholarly research and teaching at the university level. This is a full-time, residential program that seeks to prepare students to contribute to the marketing discipline though the discovery, development and dissemination of knowledge. MBA students represent a diverse selection of academic backgrounds, including the liberal arts, the sciences, engineering, and business.
Materials Science and Engineering is designed for students with undergraduate degrees in engineering or a closely related STEM discipline. Materials science and engineering is designed for students with undergraduate degrees in engineering or a closely related STEM discipline.
The master's degree program offers specializations in pure and applied mathematics, each with different requirements. The master's degree programs are designed either for students who intend to go on to pursue a PhD in Mathematics, or for those planning to seek employment in education, government or industry. Depending on the student's program and interests, there are diverse career opportunities available in education, government, and industry.
The MS in Mechanical Engineering program builds the knowledge and skills of by combining both research and academic coursework. The PhD program is designed to give students competence at the highest level in mechanical engineering.
The Media Solutions and Innovation graduate program prepares students to become media strategists and futurists who can function as change agents and adaptive leaders within the industry.
The School of Medicine grants the degree of Doctor of Medicine MD to students who have completed the prescribed curriculum and who have been recommended for the degree by faculty of the school.
The program is built on advanced mining engineering fundamentals. Students will perform research leading to an original thesis in areas such as surface mining, rock mechanics and ground control, mineral processing, mine subsidence engineering and mine ventilation. The principal objective of the program is the education and training of graduates so that they are capable of attaining the highest levels in the mining engineering profession.
The MM in Music Education is designed to cultivate continued development of professional competence beyond the baccalaureate degree.
High levels of musicianship and pedagogical expertise are integrated into a comprehensive program of study. The Master of Arts program in Music Industry provides students with the up-to-date, relevant knowledge and skills needed to productively operate, lead and successfully manage the dynamic changes in the music industry.
The MM in Music Theory is intended for performers and music educators who desire advanced training in the analysis of Western art music and preparation for teaching basic musicianship in either a high school or college setting. The MA in Music Theory is intended for performers and music educators who desire advanced training in the analysis of Western art music and preparation for teaching basic musicianship in either a high school or college setting. The objective of this major is to prepare students to apply economic models and analysis to environmental and natural resource policy problems.
Reflecting the nature of contemporary neuroscience, our interdisciplinary graduate program comprises faculty from basic and clinical departments. This environment affords our faculty and students prime access to the state-of-the-art resources needed to conduct world-class neuroscience research.
Only offered as a full-time program, students are required to take 88 credits over 3 years or 9 continuous semesters. Baccalaureate prepared nurses can obtain a master's degree in nursing through our Master of Science in Nursing MSN program which is offered primarily online. The MSN program can be completed in 46 credit hours. Upon completion of the MSN requirements, students will have the ability to sit for advanced practice certification.
Specialty tracks prepare students to certify as pediatric and family nurse practitioners. The Doctor of Nursing Practice program prepares advanced practice nurses to practice at the highest level of professional nursing and to advance the application of nursing knowledge for the purpose of improving healthcare for diverse populations. The MS in Animal and Nutritional sciences allows maximum flexibility in courses and research problems. Students may major in either animal physiology and biochemistry or nutrition and food sciences.
The Occupational Safety and Health PhD degree educates and trains men and women to the highest level of competency in teaching and research as occupational safety and health professionals for industry, government and academia.
Occupational therapy OT professionals provide services to people of all ages with physical, mental, developmental or emotional disabilities. This degree provides the practical skills needed to solve occupational and environmental health problems. This is a degree for scientist-practitioners in the area of prevention of premature mortality, morbidity and disability resulting from occupational and environmental exposures, communicable and chronic disease and injury.
The Department of Orthodontics offers a month three academic years and two summers advanced education Master of Science program. The Performance curricula are especially designed for students wishing to prepare themselves as performers or as teachers of a particular instrument or voice.
The program requires a minimum of 34 months three academic years and two summers of full-time residency in the School of Dentistry. It is designed to qualify dentists for careers in periodontic clinical practice, teaching and research.
The objective of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering PNGE graduate programs is to educate and train men and women who will be capable of performing at the highest levels of the petroleum and natural gas engineering profession. This interdisciplinary program prepares students for a future in a variety of employment settings, ranging from academic research and industry to federal positions.
West Virginia University School of Pharmacy graduates are recognized statewide and nationally as leaders in their profession. Pharmacy has been offered as a major at WVU for over years. Our mission is to educate students and practitioners to function at the highest level of contemporary pharmacy practice, to conduct research that advances scientific knowledge, and to deliver quality professional services. The online MS program in Physical Education Teacher Education empowers physical educators to examine their current knowledge and instructional practices.
Physical therapy is a hands-on health care profession that promotes optimal health and function through the application of scientific principles to prevent, identify, assess, correct or alleviate acute or prolonged movement dysfunction.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers a solid foundation in the fundamentals as well as a diverse range of specializations for MS and PhD research. Piano Pedagogy is designed to provide advanced training to help prepare students to teach piano successfully in an independent studio, community music program or college.
The program offers a variety of courses and comprehensive experience in individual and group piano instruction. The Plant Pathology graduate program is ideal for students who desire a career in plant health, food security or the environment. Graduates will be prepared to be leaders and productive team members in plant pathology and related disciplines. The educational experience obtained through courses and research is expected to provide students with the background and expertise to enter professional careers as agronomists, entomologists, microbiologists, horticulturists, and plant pathologists or soil scientists.
Students entering this program may select research and classes to emphasize areas of interest appropriate to the Division of Plant and Soil Sciences. Areas include environmental microbiology, crops agronomy entomology, horticulture, organic agriculture, plant pathology or soil science.
Political science is built on the core aspects of the great liberal arts tradition. Our strengths are logic, appropriate data, analysis and communication.
Political Science is built on the core aspects of the great liberal arts tradition. The Post-MSN certificate program is offered to professional nurses who have previously earned a master's degree or higher in nursing and who are interested in obtaining national certification in advanced practice nursing. The post-graduate FNP certificate program requires a minimum of 16 credits that are earned in 4 courses.
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