Catholic University of America
Associate degree
Registered Nurses | |
Thirty-four credits may be awarded for nursing coursework completed in an N.L.N.-accredited associate degree nursing program. Course descriptions are required for assessment of comparability of credit. |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Architecture | |
Sepanski modelCUA offers a four-year preprofessional undergraduate degree (Bachelor of Science in Architecture) The undergraduate program is offered for those desiring a foundation in the field of architecture, as preparation for continued education in a professional degree program, or for employment... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Arts History | |
The Bachelor of Art History major is introduced to a broad range of ancient, medieval, renaissance, baroque, modern and contemporary art works. In this process, the student is also introduced to a diversity of methodologies for understanding art objects, formally and analytically, in their social, political... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Biomedical Engineers | |
The Biomedical Engineers program at CUA prepares our students for this evolving field by teaching them how to apply core engineering principles to invent and advance technologies necessary for diagnosing medical conditions, assisting with rehabilitation and improving the lives of people with disabilities... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Civil Engineering | |
The undergraduate professional program in Civil Engineering leads to the Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree. It includes study in structures, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, systems engineering and construction management. The program is aimed at helping the graduate to pursue... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Composition (BM) | |
The Bachelor of Music in Composition is a four-year program which introduces you to the discipline of composition and prepares you either for a professional career involving composition, or for continued graduate study in the field. Because the BM program is the first step beyond secondary school study,... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Digital Arts | |
The program in Digital Arts is designed for those students who wish to explore the new cybertechnologies, either as a means of pure artistic expression or as a way to develop and channel their talents in the direction of applied or commercial art.
The Digital Arts major takes a total of fourteen courses... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
General-Choral Music Education | |
Academic electives will include courses in the natural and behavioral sciences and the humanities. To graduate, piano principals must complete, at a minimum, Piano Level VIII. Requirements for all levels appear at the end of the Undergraduate Programs section. MUS 139, 140, 185, 186,
239, 240, 323, 337,... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Instrumental Music Education | |
Instrumental music education majors are required to complete class instrument courses as listed below. Academic electives will include courses in the natural and behavioral sciences and the humanities.
Piano principals may be accepted into this degree program provided they possess sufficient experience... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Interdisciplinary Studies | |
A Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies degree with a major in Interdisciplinary Studies offers unparalleled flexibility. Students have many options in selecting courses to meet most of the core requirements, and almost ’free reign“ in course selection for the balance of the program. |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Interdisciplinary Studies
Social Sciences | |
A Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies degree with a major in Social Sciences features a social sciences core with a human services administration track and is an excellent educational objective for those wanting to pursue careers in social and human service organizations, counseling, education,... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Interdisciplinary Studies
Social Work | |
The Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies degree with a major in Social Work is the best degree option at Metropolitan College for those interested specifically in a career in Social Work. Students pursuing the major in Social Work follow the B.A.I.S. curriculum, incorporating 54 credits of... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Medieval and Byzantine Studies
Interdisciplinary | |
The University's Center for Medieval and Byzantine Studies offers an interdisciplinary undergraduate concentration in Medieval and Byzantine Studies. The concentration is composed of the following.
1.The first two classes of the University Honors Program in The Christian Tradition, i.e. HSHU 101, Jesus... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Music History and Literature | |
The Music History and Literature degree program is an honors program open to qualified undergraduate students with SAT scores of 1200 (Reading and Math) or above and a minimum G.P.A. of 3.4. An audition for this program is required only if the student desires advanced standing in piano study. Majors... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Musical Theatre | |
Applicants for this degree program must successfully complete proficiency auditions in voice, acting and dance. Contact the school for details.
Once accepted into the degree program, musical theatre majors must audition for all university musical productions, including revue shows. All shows will be... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Nursing | |
The basic program offered at the undergraduate level leads to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) degree. This program is designed for the beginning nursing student; high school graduates or students with some college transfer credit enter this basic program. |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Orchestral Instruments | |
In the Orchestral Instruments degree program, music electives may include chamber music, with instructor's approval, or other music courses. MUS 323, 337, 342, 539, 568 and 569 are offered on a rotational basis, and students may take these courses out of the sequence listed, if necessary. Students are... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Orchestral Instruments/Instrumental Music Education | |
The Orchestral Instruments/Instrumental Music Education is a nine-semester program. Majors in this program are required to complete class instrument courses as listed below. Piano principals may be accepted into this degree program provided they possess sufficient experience and/or aptitude for learning... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Organ | |
The major of Organ provides student to some courses. MUS 185, 186, 322, 323, 337, 338, 539, 540, 579 and 580 are offered on a rotational basis, and students may take these courses out of the sequence listed, if necessary.
Students are required to take History of Music I, II, and III (MUS 325, 326, 327)... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Piano | |
Each level represents normally one year of study. Students may audition to advance at their own pace. Initial placement is designated at entrance. Semester Jury = 20 minutes Level Jury = 20 minutes Assignment of level is made by jury hearing audition and is not based solely on repertoire presented. Each... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Social Work | |
Social work is an exciting profession for undergraduates who want to work with people. Generalist social work practice at the undergraduate level prepares you to work in numerous fields and settings and with a variety of populations, from infants to the elderly. Social workers work in schools, hospitals,... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
String Bass, Harp, Guitar | |
In this degree program, music electives may include chamber music, with instructor's approval, or other music courses. MUS 323, 337, 342, 539, 568 and 569 are offered on a rotational basis, and students may take these courses out of the sequence listed, if necessary. Students are required to take History... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Studio Art | |
The Studio Art Program with its emphasis on painting and sculpture, continues to be an important component of the liberal arts curriculum at Catholic University. A total of fourteen courses combining studio practice, history and theory are required for the major. A "B" average must be attained among... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Theology & Religious Studies | |
Theology and Religious Studies majors can pursue a B.A. degree by taking twelve three-credit courses in the field, in addition to a one-credit introductory course. The curriculum ensures a broad coverage of basic academic areas but also allows for a certain degree of concentration in one of the following... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Voice | |
Voice majors are required to complete a minimum of two credits of Class Piano or Secondary Piano, as assigned. The adviser may approve Secondary Piano based upon the student's prior piano study. Students study at their own pace until target proficiencies are acquired and must pass a 10-minute proficiency... |
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Catholic University of America
Bachelor degree
Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion | |
In this degree program, music electives may include chamber music, with instructor's approval, or other music courses. MUS 323, 337, 342 and 539 are offered on a rotational basis, and students may take these courses out of
the sequence listed, if necessary. Students are required to take History of Music... |
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Catholic University of America
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Business Management | |
The Business Management Certificate Program is designed for those who needed a better understanding of both the functional areas of business and the context in which management decisions are made. The program is ideal for new and aspiring managers, entrepreneurs, and those planning to enroll in an M.B.A.... |
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Catholic University of America
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Hispanic Pastoral | |
The Summer Program of Hispanic Pastoral Leadership is co-sponsored by The Catholic University of America and The Northeast Institute for Pastoral Formation (Instituto de Formación Pastoral del Nordeste). The Program, which began in the summer of 1999, is open to all who are interested in Hispanic Ministry:... |
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Catholic University of America
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Human Resource Management | |
The Human Resource Management certificate program provides an excellent foundation in human resource management concepts, principles, and practice. Both HR veterans and those wanting to launch a career in human resources will find the program‘s content particularly helpful. HR professionals seeking... |
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Catholic University of America
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Information Technology | |
The Certificate in Information Technology provides an ideal education to those interested in developing a career in information technology, or to those who just want to become familiar with the technology available to, and used by, organizations. Those who already hold a bachelor‘s degree in a non-technical... |
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Catholic University of America
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Medieval and Byzantine Studies | |
The Certificate in Medieval and Byzantine Studies, comprised of twenty-four course credits, is designed to offer students a broad experience in various components of medieval civilization, providing both perspective and tools for specialized research. Students enrolled in the program follow a basic curriculum... |
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Catholic University of America
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Music Teacher | |
This nondegree program, approved by NCATE and NASDTEC, was originally designed to meet the needs of those who hold a bachelor's degree in music and who wish to be certified to teach music in the elementary or
secondary school. This program is available also, however, to undergraduate students who wish... |
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Catholic University of America
Certificates/First-Professional Certificate
Registered Nurses | |
Thirty-four credits will be awarded for successful completion of the following: ACT/PEP Nursing Challenge examinations: Fundamentals of Nursing, Adult Nursing, Maternal-Child Nursing, and Psychiatric-Mental Health nursing. |
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Catholic University of America
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Paraeducator | |
ParaEd is a certificate program designed to develop the knowledge and skills of paraeducators supporting students with special needs in order and to give paraeducators the training they need to meet the requirements of No Child Left Behind. The program is open to all paraeducators who meet the admissions... |
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Catholic University of America
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Pastoral Studies | |
The Pastoral Studies certificate program meets requirements for ministry certification in most dioceses in the United States.
CUA's Pastoral Ministry Certification Program adheres to the National Certification Standards for Lay Ecclesial Ministers as developed by the National Association for Lay Ministry... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Biblical Studies | |
The beginning student pursuing the doctorate in Biblical Studies must fulfill the following requirements: The M.A. in course. A reading knowledge of both French and German. A minimum of 30 semester hours of credit beyond the M.A. degree. A satisfactory level of attainment in theological understanding... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Church History | |
The master's degree or its equivalent in Church history, or in secular history provided the student has a sufficient background in theology and religious studies.
1.A demonstrated reading knowledge of two approved modern foreign languages, ordinarily French and German, as well as such other languages... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Civil Engineering | |
A minimum of 53 semester hours of graduate work in a program of study prepared and approved in consultation with an advisor.
Up to 24 semester credit hours of graduate coursework earned at another accredited institution with a grade of B or better may be applied toward course requirements for the doctoral... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Composition | |
The Doctor of Musical Arts - the School of Music's highest professional composition degree - is designed for those students who have already demonstrated significant compositional achievement, and who show great professional promise. Typically a 3-4 year program, the DMA program in Composition is designed... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Early Christian Studies | |
The Ph.D. Degree in Early Christian Studies (30 credit-hours)
I.Before their admission to the degree, students must have completed an
M.A. at CUA – in either Early Christian Studies, or the Department of
Greek and Latin, or the Department of Semitic and Egyptian Languages and
Literatures –... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Historical/Systematic Theology | |
The degree ’Doctor of Philosophy“ (Ph.D.) in historical/systematic theology represents an achievement in theological scholarship and research. The Ph.D. program is designed to prepare graduate students to make significant contributions to knowledge in a major area of historical or systematic inquiry... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Juris Doctor | |
The Juris Doctor program at the Columbus School of Law is a comprehensive legal education experience designed to equip our students for a professional career in the law. An extensive course selection, professional skills training, clinical opportunities and co-curricular activities add up to a rich academic... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Liturgical Studies/Sacramental Theology | |
The minimum requirement for entrance into the Ph.D. in Liturgical Studies/Sacramental Theology is either a master's or licentiate degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline. Students entering with a licentiate will be considered for advanced standing in the program. Relevant bodies within the... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Medieval studies | |
The Ph.D. program in medieval studies incorporates the M.A. curriculum while also requiring an additional thirty semester hours of course work in one major and two minor fields. A comprehensive examination is based upon a reading list approved by the student's doctoral committee.
A minimum of 60 hours... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Ministry | |
The Doctor of Ministry degree is a professional doctorate offering students advanced theological and pastoral formation for competent and effective ministry. The program combines theory and pastoral experience and focuses on the integration of biblical, theological, and pastoral knowledge for excellence... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Moral Theology/Ethics | |
The Doctor of Philosophy in Moral Theology/Ethics program is designed to provide men and women with advanced training in Christian ethics in order to prepare them for effective teaching, research, and publication in the academic area. Students may focus their research in various branches of ethics-e.g.,... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Musical Arts | |
The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is offered to selected qualified students as a recognition of high professional attainment in some branch of performance, in original composition, or in sacred music. Applicants who qualify for entrance to this program will major in one of the following areas:
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Musicology | |
The Ph.D. degree is offered only in the field of musicology. Musicology in this sense is interpreted to mean the entire field of music that is appropriate for scientific research. A suitable subject for the dissertation must be selected from the specific fields of music history or music theory.
The... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Nursing | |
The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (Ph.D.) Program prepares expert clinicians as nurse scientists. Through the investigation of clinical problems, graduates contribute to the development, validation, and refinement of theory and the advancement of the body of nursing knowledge. |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Nursing Practice | |
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program is to prepare expert clinicians and nurse leaders. Graduates are prepared to assume leadership positions in nursing/health care, with the ultimate goal of improving health care and the health status of people. |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Philosophy | |
The doctor of Philosophy degree is awarded by The Catholic University of America as the mark of the highest academic achievement in preparation for active scholarship, research, and leadership in the social work profession. The doctoral program is committed to imbuing students with the knowledge, skills,... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Religion and Culture | |
Course Work
For the Ph.D., a minimum of 36 credit hours of coursework beyond the M.A. is required. TRS 760: Theological Foundations and TRS 780A: Introduction to the Study of Religion, if not taken at the M.A. level, are required, as is a course in hermeneutics: either TRS 760B: Theology, Culture, and... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Religious Education | |
The Ph.D. degree prepares students for research, writing, and teaching on the college, university, and seminary levels and for leadership in educational ministry. The course of study deals with the foundations, history and theories of Christian education, the principles and dynamics of faith, evangelization... |
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Catholic University of America
Doctor's degree
Spirituality | |
Requirements for Admission
Beyond the general STRS admission requirements, the following are also required:
M.A. in Theology/Religious Studies, or equivalent degree. Students who do not already have a graduate degree in Theology/Religious Studies are required to obtain the M.A. in Spirituality before... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Acting (MFA) | |
The three-year M.F.A. Acting program enrolls one class every three years.
The actor will join a company of actors, directors and playwrights in a program that emphasizes a personalized approach to developing their talent, increasing their performance experience, deepening their technique, increasing... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
American Law | |
Goals of the American Law Program
The primary goal of the American Law Program is to provide Jagiellonian law students and students enrolled in the CUA-JU LL.M. program with a basic understanding of the essential substantive and procedural elements of the legal system of the United States. Students... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architectural Studies | |
A post-professional degree, the Master of Architectural Studies, is offered to applicants who already hold a professional degree in architecture and wish to pursue further investigations in design or design-related topics. Students are offered an intensive curriculum in one of five areas of concentration:... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture (Three years) | |
For students who have an undergraduate degree in a field other than architecture, this program is three years in length.
This Master of Architecture degree programs offered at CUA are fully accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board.
GOALS
Historically, the profession of architecture... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture (two years) | |
For students from other institutions with a four-year undergraduate preprofessional degree in architecture. Select students graduating from The Catholic University of America with a four-year B.S. in Architecture are eligible for advanced standing, thereby reducing graduate study from four semesters... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture
Cultural Studies/Sacred Space | |
Graduate students participating in this program explore the impact of culture and the sacred in architecture, settlement, geography and landscape. This exploration occurs primarily in the design studio and related seminars, as well as extensive global travel, that examine a variety of historic case studies,... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture
Design Technologies | |
The Design Technologies Concentrations in Architecture ,the Digital Fabrication Simultaneously investigated at various scales ranging from global/local ecologies to building and product development processes, this concentration considers advanced and innovative design technologies as catalytic tools... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture
Digital Media | |
The Digital Media Concentrations in Architecture Major.
Simultaneously investigated at various scales ranging from global/local ecologies to building and product development processes, this concentration considers advanced and innovative design technologies as catalytic tools for design inspiration... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture
Real Estate Development | |
The Real Estate Development Concentration in Master of Architecture .
As the largest architecture program in the region, The Catholic University of America‘s School of Architecture and Planning is the leader in offering a fully accredited professional architecture degree program for nontraditional... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture
Urban Design | |
Urban Design is the keystone that links architecture and planning. The spatial concerns of the architect and the public policy issues of the planner are brought together by the urban designer to create an implementable vision for the city that moves beyond the individual building and the limits of policies... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture and City & Regional Planning (2-Yr.) | |
Students may enroll simultaneously in the school‘s accredited Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) program and the Master of City and Regional Planning.
MCRP/M.Arch (2-Yr.) Program of Study ” Total Credit Hours: 94
* for students who have received a BS/BA in Architecture
* completion of both degrees... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture and City & Regional Planning (3-Yr.) | |
Students may enroll simultaneously in the school‘s accredited Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) program and the Master of City and Regional Planning.
MCRP/M.Arch (3-Yr.) Program of Study ” Total Credit Hours: 150
* for students who have an undergraduate degree in a field other than
architecture
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture and Sustainable Design (2-Yr.) | |
Students may enroll simultaneously in the school‘s accredited Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) program and the Master of Science in Sustainable Design.
MSSD/M.Arch (2-Yr.) Program of Study ” Total Credit Hours: 79
* for students who have received a BS/BA in Architecture
* completion of both degrees... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Architecture and Sustainable Design (3-Yr.) | |
Students may enroll simultaneously in the school‘s accredited Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) program and the Master of Science in Sustainable Design.
MSSD/M.Arch (3-Yr.) Program of Study ” Total Credit Hours: 132
* for students who have an undergraduate degree in a field other than
architecture
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Biblical Studies | |
The M.A. comprehensive exam in biblical studies consists of three sections: Hebrew, Greek, and exegesis. For the language sections, the student must translate a passage of some ten verses from agreed-upon books of the Hebrew Bible, the Septuagint, and the New Testament in which the student has not taken... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Biology (Joint M.S) | |
The School of Library and Information Science and the Department of Biology in the School of Arts and Sciences offer a joint-degree program requiring a total of 60 semester hours of graduate credit. Of the total credit hours, between 24 and 30 must be in biology and between 30 and 36 must be in library... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Church History | |
The master's degree requires a minimum of 30 semester hours of credit, of which six are given for the writing of an acceptable thesis. To progress to the doctoral program, a student must either write a thesis or submit two seminar papers that are judged by the program to demonstrate research and writing... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
City and Regional Planning | |
Building on the strong tradition of our architecture programs, the Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP) links design with policy to assist planners in the stewardship of the built, natural, and cultural environments. The curriculum prepares students with the foundation to become generalist planners... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Composition | |
The Master of Music in Composition new 2-year program, unique in its scope, provides training and development for students in writing for a variety of genres, including opera, musical theatre, dance, and incidental music for drama. Through private lessons, group workshops, coursework and performance... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Directing | |
The M.F.A. Directing program we emphasize a collaborative approach to theater within an interdisciplinary context. We strive to give directing students the ability to work across a wide variety of genres, with a distinct voice and passion, as thinking, caring, professional theater artists.
They will... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Divinity | |
Since the Master of Divinity is a first professional degree, the purpose of this program is to foster basic theological understanding and to develop initial pastoral competence on the part of students preparing for ministry. Accordingly, the M.Div. curriculum involves an in-depth study of the Christian,... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Divinity
Hispanic Ministry | |
The Catholic University of America is in the unique position of offering a program in Hispanic Ministry that draws upon the resources of a major academic research institution. Students concentrating in Hispanic Ministry are able to take courses not only in the five departments of the School of Religious... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Early Christian Studies | |
This is an interdisciplinary graduate program. Although our degrees are awarded within the School of Arts and Sciences, our students take courses in a range of Schools and Departments – drawing upon historical, linguistic, literary, philosophical, and theological disciplines and methods.
I.A compulsory... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
English (Joint M.A) | |
The School of Library and Information Science and the Department of English in the School of Arts and Sciences offer a joint-degree program that enables students to have careers as editors in publishing, humanities librarians, or antiquarian booksellers. The program requires 54 semester hours, 30 hours... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Environmental Engineering (MCE) | |
Environmental Engineering and Management is a unique graduate program designed for environmental professionals in the modern work place. The program's objective is to provide advanced education in the scientific and regulatory background, state-of-the-art engineering practice, and the social and policy... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
History (Joint) | |
The School of Library and Information Science and the Department of History in the School of Arts and Sciences offer a joint-degree program requiring a total of 51 semester hours of graduate credit, 21 in history and 30 in library and information science. Completion of both degrees separately would require... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Human Resource Management | |
The Master of Arts in Human Resource Management (MA-HRM) is primarily offered as a part-time, evening program that enables HR professionals to pursue their academic goals while balancing personal and professional demands. The emphasis of the program is on developing an academic foundation that provides... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Human Resource Management
Federal HR Track | |
The MA-HRM Program: Federal HR Track program for those pursuing an MA-HRM following the Federal HR Track consists of a total of 12 courses, or 36 semester credits, and requires approximately 22 months to complete. Students must earn at least a …B‘ grade point average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) – both overall... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Human Resource Management
Generalist Track | |
The MA-HRM Program: HR Generalist Track program consists of a total of 12 courses, or 36 semester credits, and requires approximately 18 – 24 months to complete. Students must earn at least a …B‘ grade point average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) – both overall and on final projects completed as part of the capstone... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Irish Studies | |
The M. A. in Irish Studies program can be completed in two semesters, but commonly three or four are recommended. A full-time load involves three or more courses per semester, part-time one or two. Usually students spend one or more semesters in part-time status, though the Parliamentary internship... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Law (Joint) | |
The School of Library and Information Science and the Columbus School of Law offer a joint-degree program to provide academic preparation for law librarianship. Many law library positions require both a law degree and a library and information science degree. The total number of library and information... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Laws | |
The Columbus School of Law offers its Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree program to graduates of U.S. and foreign law schools. In line with our Catholic mission, the Columbus School of Law instills its students with a quest for social justice and a profound duty to apply their legal knowledge and skills to... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Library and Information Science | |
A total of 36 semester hours of graduate credit is required for receipt of the master‘s degree, of which 30 semester hours must be taken in the School of Library and Information Science at The Catholic University of America and completed with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B). Candidates for the... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Liturgical Studies/Sacramental Theology | |
The Master of Arts in Liturgical Studies/Sacramental Theology program consists of thirty hours of course work. This includes a core curriculum required of all students (nine credits); electives in Liturgy determined by student interest and chosen with one's faculty advisor; two research papers done in... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Medieval or Byzantine Studies | |
The M.A. degree in Medieval or Byzantine Studies is designed as an interlocking program which recognizes the complex intertwining of theology, philosophy, languages, and history for advanced study in any medieval field. In particular, students interested in acquiring the linguistic background necessary... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Moral Theology/Ethics | |
The program is designed to provide men and women with advanced training in Christian ethics in order to prepare them for effective teaching, research, and publication in the academic area. Students may focus their research in various branches of ethics-e.g., social and political, environmental, comparative,... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Musicology (Joint MA) | |
The School of Library and Information Science and the Benjamin T. Rome School of Music offer a joint-degree program in music librarianship in which students take 30 semester hours of graduate credit in library and information science and 24 hours in the graduate program in musicology. |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Nursing | |
The Master of Science in Nursing Program prepares advanced practice nurses who are capable of the moral, intellectual, and professional leadership needed to provide and manage quality clinical nursing care and education, and to advance and extend nursing knowledge and skill through the discovery and... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Philosophy | |
Candidates must have received a bachelor's degree from a recognized institution. A minimum of eight undergraduate courses in select philosophical disciplines, including one course in symbolic logic, is required before regular standing as an M.A. candidate is achieved. Where a deficiency exists, certain... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Philosophy (M.A./J.D.) | |
The J.D./M.A. dual-degree program is open to students who have received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and demonstrated a satisfactory performance on the Law School Admission Test and Graduate Record Examination as administered by the Educational Testing Service, Princeton,... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Philosophy (M.D./M.A.) | |
The M.D./M.A. dual-degree program enables the Georgetown University medical student to take the third year off from medical studies to pursue a degree in philosophy either at Georgetown University or at The Catholic University of America.
The M.A. degree requirements can be completed in a calendar year.... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Playwriting (MFA) | |
The M.F.A. Playwriting collaborate with actors and directors to shape and reshape their works in classrooms, readings and workshops. They will come in contact with a variety of dramaturgical techniques for the development of dramatic action, character, language and structure.
The focus is on a professional... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Religion and Culture | |
The Master of Arts
Course Work:
For the Master of Arts in Religion and Culture degree, 30 hours of course work are required, distributed as follows:
1.TRS 780A: Introduction to the Study of Religion.
2.Either TRS 760: Theological Foundations or TRS 660: History and Method in Theology, or a comparable... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Religious Education | |
The Master of Religious Education (M.R.E.) is a professional degree designated for those preparing for leadership positions in RE/Catechetics on the parish, diocesan and national level; teaching in elementary or secondary level religion programs or those seeking catechetical, liturgical or theological... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Religious Education (MA) | |
The M.A. program introduces the student to scholarship and research in the area of religious education/catechetics. The program is designed to give the student a solid foundation in the area while offering the opportunity for personal selection of elective courses in order to further personal academic... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Religious Studies (Joint MA) | |
The School of Library and Information Science and the School of Religious Studies offer a joint degree requiring a total of 51 graduate semester hours, 27 in library and information science and 24 in religious studies. Two specializations are available: Religious Studies and Archival Management, and... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Social Work | |
The Master of Social Work program at NCSSS seeks to prepare advanced practitioners who, consistent with their chosen concentrations, act as agents of change to promote individual and societal well-being. The goals of the M.S.W. program, in keeping with the goals of the school and grounded in the liberal... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Spirituality | |
An appropriate bachelor's degree. Normally, an applicant's baccalaureate major will have been religious studies, with some background in philosophy. Students with other backgrounds, however, will be considered if they demonstrate strong academic promise. It is expected that every applicant will have... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Sustainable Design | |
GOALS
The School of Architecture and Planning‘s mission, Building Stewardship, focuses on preparing architects and designers to assume a personal responsibility for the welfare of the world. We stress the interdependence of the words …building‘ and …stewardship.‘ Our Master of Science in Sustainable... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Systems Engineering | |
Systems Engineering deals with the design and operation of large-scale complex systems. Within the Civil Engineering context, it usually deals with environmental systems, water resources sytems, transportaion systems, construction and urban planning. It uses methodologies derived from engineering design... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Theater Education | |
The Master of Arts in Theatre Education - MATE - degree program is the newest of five graduate theatre programs offered by the Drama Deaprtment of The Catholic University of America.
Designed specifically to accommodate the schedules of working teachers, classes are offered in the evenings and during... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Theater History and Criticism | |
The M.A. Program in Theatre History and Criticism prepares students to enter the field of advanced theatre studies with a particular consideration of the play within its social and historical context.
The program takes advantage of Catholic University‘s location by providing its most qualified students... |
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Catholic University of America
Masters degree
Theology | |
The Masters of Arts in Theology (M.A.) is the basic graduate degree in general Roman Catholic theology. The program provides sound initiation in graduate theological studies by assisting students in acquiring the ability to "think theologically." The unique strength of the program lies in the broad and... |
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