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UMass Dartmouth Academic Programs
Welcome to UMass Dartmouth, where our academic programs offer a wide range of majors, minors, and graduate degrees to help you find your passion and achieve your career goals. From engineering and business to the arts and sciences, our expert faculty and supportive community will guide you every step of the way. With hands-on learning and real-world experience, you'll be well-prepared for success. Explore our programs and start your journey with us today. Apply now to join our vibrant and innovative campus.
With a concentration in Computer Game Design, you'll explore software technologies relevant to games including programming languages, scripting languages, networks, simulation engines, and multimedia design systems.
Concentration Minor STEM STEM OPT
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Method
On-campus
Complete your degree in business administration. The major in business administration is designed for mid-career students returning to college to complete their undergraduate degrees.
Go to General Business Administration BS
Major Minor 4+1 Program
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
On-campus
Gain management skills for career advancement with an online degree in business administration.
Go to General Business Administration BS Online
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
Online
The minor in global health explores issues affecting world health. Global health studies inspire an understanding of pandemics, natural disasters, and other global problems.
Minor
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Method
On-campus
Earn a BFA in Graphic Design at UMass Dartmouth and prepare for a career in visual communication. Develop professional skills and a diverse portfolio.
Concentration Minor
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BFA
Method
On-campus
The Visual Design MFA in Graphic Design is a 60-credit, two- to three-year program of study, encouraging students to explore traditional, time-based, and interactive media.
Assistantship
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
MFA
Method
On-campus
The Health and Society bachelor's degree program explores perspectives on health and health care. As a health and society major, prepare for careers in health policy and related fields.
Go to Health and Society BA, BS
Major
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BA, BS
Method
On-campus
Prepare for a career in in planning, directing, and coordinating medical and wellness services with the healthcare administration BA.
Go to Healthcare Administration BS
Major 4+1 Program
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
On-campus
Expand your career opportunities in healthcare administration with our online BS program. Pursue employment in community clinics, hospitals, insurance companies, and more.
Go to Healthcare Administration BS Online
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
Online
Earn an advanced degree in healthcare management. The master of science in healthcare management empowers you to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare delivery.
Go to Healthcare Management MS
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
MS
Method
On-campus
Acquire the knowledge and tools for healthcare management including strategies for improving quality of care and organizational processes with an online MS degree in Healthcare Management.
Go to Healthcare Management MS Online
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
MS
Method
Online
Major in history to gain an understanding of U.S. and world history. Jobs for history majors include careers in civil and foreign service, education, government, law, and public policy.
Major Minor 4+1 Program 4+1 Teacher Preparation
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BA
Method
On-campus
Deepen critical thinking, communication skills, and historical perspective. Prepare for a wide range of careers with the 100% online BA in History.
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BA
Method
Online
Looking to advance your career in HR? UMass Dartmouth's HRM program prepares you for responsible roles such as recruitment manager, employee relations manager, and benefits administrator. Enroll now!
Go to Human Resources Management BS
Major Minor 4+1 Program
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
On-campus
Your studies will focus on the understanding and application of meaning as it applies to visual communication. You'll explore the art of telling a story through images.
Concentration Minor
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BFA
Method
On-campus
The Visual Design MFA in Illustration at UMass Dartmouth is a 60-credit, 2- to 3-year program of study that encourages students to attain higher levels of personal artistic development.
Assistantship
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
MFA
Method
On-campus
The graduate certificate in Industrial & Systems Engineering, offered jointly by the College of Engineering and the Charlton College of Business, offers engineers the opportunity to advance their careers through knowledge and skills.
Go to Industrial and Systems Engineering Graduate Certificate
STEM
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Method
On-campus
A minor in Art + Design: Integrated Studio Arts is designed for art and design students interested in developing and combining skills across the visual arts.
Minor
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Method
On-campus
The PhD program in integrative biology challenges students to conduct research from diverse biological perspectives and prepares students for careers in academia, government and industry.
STEM STEM OPT Assistantship
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
PhD
Method
On-campus
The multidisciplinary program focuses on the aquatic ecosystem and its contribution to humanity and provides a unique learning experience for students and professors alike who engage with local, regional, and worldwide partners.
Go to Intercampus Marine Science Programs MS, PhD
STEM
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
MS, PhD
Method
On-campus
Prepare for a career in interior design with a BS in Interior Architecture + Design. The interior design major offers state-of-the-art design technology, interior design internships, and opportunities to build your portfolio.
Go to Interior Architecture + Design BS
Concentration STEM STEM OPT
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
On-campus
Pursue an international business undergraduate minor through a combination of classes, international experience, and language study.
Minor
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Method
On-campus
The International Business Certificate provides essential knowledge on business concerns specific to companies competing globally.
Go to International Business Graduate Certificate Online
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Method
Online
Major in political science with a concentration in international politics, with a focus on global issues, international business, development, and diplomacy.
Concentration
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Method
On-campus
Enroll in UMass Law's Juris Doctor and UMass Dartmouth's MBA program simultaneously to master the areas where business and law intersect.
Go to Juris Doctor & Master of Business Administration JD, MBA
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
JD, MBA
Method
On-campus
UMass Law's JD/MPP program allows you to enroll in the online Master of Public Policy and traditional Juris Doctor programs concurrently, integrating public policy and legal studies seamlessly.
Go to Juris Doctor & Master of Public Policy JD, MPP
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
JD, MPP
Method
On-campus
Enroll in the Master of Social Work program and the traditional Juris Doctor program simultaneously to earn two degrees that complement each other simultaneously.
Go to Juris Doctor & Master of Social Work JD, MSW
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
JD, MSW
Method
On-campus
Earn a Juris Doctor degree from UMass Law. Master essential legal skills, learn the fundamentals of statutory and case law, and explore new and emerging areas of practice.
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
JD
Method
On-campus
The interdisciplinary minor in leadership and civic engagement complements any major, offering the opportunity to promote positive social change.
Go to Leadership & Civic Engagement
Minor
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Method
On-campus
Minor in legal studies to learn how law shapes and is shaped by historical, political, economic, and social forces.
Minor
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Method
On-campus
Discover UMass Dartmouth's liberal arts program, where you can develop creativity, critical thinking, and independence while exploring concentrations in humanities and social sciences.
Major 4+1 Program 4+1 Teacher Preparation
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BA
Method
On-campus
Prepare for a wide range of careers as you learn to think critically, write clearly, and communicate effectively in this 100% online Liberal Arts degree.
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BA
Method
Online
Earn your degree in English with a concentration in literature and criticism. Jobs for literature majors include careers in communications, editing, writing, teaching, and social media.
Go to Literature and Criticism
Concentration Minor
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Method
On-campus
Pursue a PhD in Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies and Theory at UMass Dartmouth’s Department of Portuguese, the largest Portuguese program in the US.
Go to Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies & Theory PhD
Assistantship
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
PhD
Method
On-campus
Earn a degree in business management. As a business management major, you will develop your analytical skills and learn how to supervise others and how to advance organizational goals.
Major Minor 4+1 Program
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
On-campus
Develop your management skills with UMass Dartmouth's online BS in Management - General Management program and prepare for a successful career in any field.
Go to Management - General Management BS Online
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
Online
MIS professionals are in high demand. A degree in management information systems (MIS) prepares you to manage information and technology to increase business value and profits.
Go to Management Information Systems BS
Major Minor 4+1 Program
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
On-campus
This 100% online MIS program prepares you to succeed in one of the most rapidly expanding professions in the world of business. Advanced course work prepares you for success in the Internet economy.
Go to Management Information Systems—E-Commerce/Digital Business BS Online
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
Online
This 100% online MIS program prepares you to succeed in one of the most rapidly expanding professions in the world of business. Learn how to find answers and leverage information technology within an organization to increase business value and profits.
Go to Management Information Systems—Technology & Management BS Online
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
Online
Earn your bachelor’s degree in biology with an option in marine biology. The marine biology program lets you pursue interests in marine biology, marine science, and marine ecology.
Concentration STEM STEM OPT
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Method
On-campus
The MS program focuses on observations, modeling, experimentation, and theory in the areas of ocean sciences, ocean technology, and marine policy.
Go to Marine Science and Technology MS
STEM STEM OPT Assistantship
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
MS
Method
On-campus
The Marine Science and Technology program emphasizes societal need-driven research and learning in an interdisciplinary environment. The PhD program focuses on observations, modeling, experimentation, and theory in the areas of ocean sciences, ocean technology, and marine policy.
Go to Marine Science and Technology PhD
STEM STEM OPT Assistantship
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
PhD
Method
On-campus
Earn your professional science master's degree. The PSM degree program prepares you to immediately enter the workforce as an advanced marine scientist, engineer, and technology professional.
Go to Marine Science and Technology PSM
STEM STEM OPT
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
PSM
Method
On-campus
As a major in marketing, you’ll explore the marketing of products and services in the global economy, focus on understanding consumers, and acquire information for decision-making.
Major Minor 4+1 Program
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
On-campus
Build a solid foundation for your career through knowledge of marketing fundamentals. Explore all phases of marketing and distributing products and services throughout the global economy—with a focus on understanding consumers and acquiring information for decision-making.
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS
Method
Online
The 12-credit graduate certificate in marketing provides a foundation in marketing, from theory and practice to strategy and the global business environment.
Go to Marketing Graduate Certificate
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Method
On-campus
Earn your BA or BS in mathematics. Jobs for math majors include careers in business, education, finance, government, medicine, software and game development, and statistics.
Major Minor 4+1 Program 4+1 Teacher Preparation STEM STEM OPT
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BA, BS
Method
On-campus
The MBA-business analytics concentration at UMass Dartmouth is STEM-designated, offering students on a VISA an extended OPT upon completion of the degree.
Concentration STEM STEM OPT
Level of Study
Graduate
Method
On-campus
The master of science degree (MS) in Mechanical Engineering program prepares you to solve complex engineering problems spanning the entire range of the mechanical engineering field.
Go to Mechanical Engineering MS
STEM STEM OPT Assistantship
Level of Study
Graduate
Degree Type
MS
Method
On-campus
Earn a bachelor of science degree (BS) in mechanical engineering and focus on developing technologies in energy transformations, manufacturing, material science, and mechanical systems.
Go to Mechanical Engineering BS, BS/MS
Major Minor 4+1 Program STEM STEM OPT
Level of Study
Undergraduate
Degree Type
BS, BS/MS
Method
On-campus