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Interdisciplinary Studies is a 33-credit-hour Master of Arts program of study with a diverse mix of courses, from methodological seminars to thematic courses, independent studies to internships. The nine-credit hours of foundational courses lead to a self-designed curriculum focused on a particular theme, problem, or mode of inquiry. Students will construct an innovative curriculum that crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries, often to answer a specific question or to address a theme of interest to the student. Niagara University’s Master of Arts in interdisciplinary studies program is well suited for two groups of prospective graduate students: Mid-career professionals seeking to improve their credentials or to engage a particular topic of study relevant to their profession; Individuals working in the nonprofit sectors who seek to develop their management skills and initiate a project addressing a pressing social or economic issue. Mission and Goals: The Master of Arts in interdisciplinary studies degree offers students an opportunity to integrate a variety of methodological perspectives and modes of inquiry under a single degree program and course of study. By combining these approaches, students construct an innovative curriculum that crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries, often to answer a specific question or to address a theme of interest to the individual student. The M.A.-I.S. builds upon Niagara University’s established graduate programs in the College of Education, the College of Business Administration, College of Hospitality and Tourism, and the College of Arts and Sciences, as well as the diverse offerings of other departments across the university. Graduates will gain an in-depth understanding of graduate-level research and current trends in interdisciplinary scholarship, as well as preparation for advancement in their chosen career field.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Study Level
Masters
Interdisciplinary Studies is a 33-credit-hour Master of Arts program of study with a diverse mix of courses, from methodological seminars to thematic courses, independent studies to internships. The nine-credit hours of foundational courses lead to a self-designed curriculum focused on a particular theme, problem, or mode of inquiry. Students will construct an innovative curriculum that crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries, often to answer a specific question or to address a theme of interest to the student. Niagara University’s Master of Arts in interdisciplinary studies program is well suited for two groups of prospective graduate students: Mid-career professionals seeking to improve their credentials or to engage a particular topic of study relevant to their profession; Individuals working in the nonprofit sectors who seek to develop their management skills and initiate a project addressing a pressing social or economic issue. Mission and Goals: The Master of Arts in interdisciplinary studies degree offers students an opportunity to integrate a variety of methodological perspectives and modes of inquiry under a single degree program and course of study. By combining these approaches, students construct an innovative curriculum that crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries, often to answer a specific question or to address a theme of interest to the individual student. The M.A.-I.S. builds upon Niagara University’s established graduate programs in the College of Education, the College of Business Administration, College of Hospitality and Tourism, and the College of Arts and Sciences, as well as the diverse offerings of other departments across the university. Graduates will gain an in-depth understanding of graduate-level research and current trends in interdisciplinary scholarship, as well as preparation for advancement in their chosen career field.
Admission Requirements
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If you have successfully completed a degree equivalent to the baccalaureate degree in the United States, you are considered a graduate applicant at NU. Other English Language requirements: A TOEFL score of at least 550 (paper exam) is required for admission. Students may take the TOEFL PBT (at least 550 score) until it is discontinued in their area and submit the scores for two years after the test date. If you attend high school where courses are taught in English, an SAT may be submitted in place of the TOEFL or IELTS.
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Study Level
Masters
Programme overview
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Study Level
Masters
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