Graduate Programs

Social Science Master's Program (M.S.)

The Master of Science degree program in Social Science offers the opportunity for professional enhancement especially in content areas of the social sciences. Experienced teachers wishing to return to the university to study the latest advancements in theoretical, methodological and substantive issues in the social sciences will be especially served. The "global analysis" track of study will be of particular interest to students wishing to pursue or continue careers in a number of different settings, including human rights, homeland security and intelligence, international non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and policy analysis. The program is also open to all post-baccalaureate students and may be of particular interest to professionals active in government and applied fields attracted to the latest developments in the social sciences.

Students will follow a program of study coordinated by the departments of Economics; Geography and Environmental Planning; History; Political Science; Psychology; and Sociology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice. The program aims to familiarize students with research, theoretical advances, applications and methodological approaches to current topics important to the field of social sciences and the world. The program exposes students to interdisciplinary approaches to related subjects and also allows them to specialize in a discipline of particular interest.

There are two possible tracks of study, the General track and the Global Analysis Track. Each track has different degree requirements.

College of Graduate Studies and Research
7800 York Road, Suite 216

Phone: 410-704-2501
Fax: 410-704-4675
E-mail: grads@towson.edu