University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Accounting | |
A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
African-American + Black Studies | |
A program that focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of the North American peoples descended from the African diaspora; focusing on the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, but also including reference to Latin American elements of the diaspora. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Anthropology | |
A program that focuses on the systematic study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions, in comparative perspective. Includes instruction in biological/physical anthropology, primatology, human paleontology and prehistoric archeology, hominid... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Art + Art Studies, General | |
A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of the visual arts. Includes instruction in art, photography, and other visual communications media. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Biological and Physical Sciences | |
A program that is either a general synthesis of one or more of the biological and physical sciences, or a specialization which draws from the biological and physical sciences. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Biology + Biological Sciences, General | |
A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Biomedical + Medical Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of biological and health systems and products such as integrated biological systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Business + Managerial Economics | |
A program that focuses on the application of economics principles to the analysis of the organization and operation of business enterprises. Includes instruction in monetary theory, banking and financial systems, theory of competition, pricing theory, wage and salary/incentive theory, analysis of markets,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Business Administration and Management, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other | |
Any instructional program in business and administration not listed in the Business Administration, Management and Operations, General category. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Chemistry, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Civil Engineering, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Clinical Laboratory Science + Medical Technology + Technologist | |
A program that prepares individuals to conduct and supervise complex medical tests, clinical trials, and research experiments; manage clinical laboratories; and consult with physicians and clinical researchers on diagnoses, disease causation and spread, and research outcomes. Includes instruction in... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Communication Studies + Speech Communication and Rhetoric | |
A program that focuses on the scientific, humanistic, and critical study of human communication in a variety of formats, media, and contexts. Includes instruction in the theory and practice of interpersonal, group, organizational, professional, and intercultural communication; speaking and listening;... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Computer and Information Sciences, General | |
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other | |
Any instructional program in corrections and criminal justice not listed in the Corrections and Criminal Justice, General category. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Cytotechnology + Cytotechnologist | |
A program that prepares individuals to work with pathologists to detect changes in body cells that may indicate, and permit diagnosis of, the early development of cancers and other diseases. Includes instruction in biochemistry, microbiology, applied mathematics, microscopy, slide preparation, identification... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Drama and Dramatics + Theatre Arts, General | |
A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed productions. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Early Childhood Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students ranging in age from infancy through eight years (grade three), depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of electrical, electronic and related communications systems and their components, including electrical power generation systems; and the analysis of problems such... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Elementary Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
English Language and Literature, General | |
A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Finance, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting; financial instruments; capital planning; funds acquisition;... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General | |
A general program that focuses on one or more modern foreign languages that is not specific as to the name of the language(s) studied; that is otherwise undifferentiated; or that introduces students to language studies at the basic/elementary level. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Health Information + Medical Records Administration + Administrator | |
A program that prepares individuals to plan, design, and manage systems, processes, and facilities used to collect, store, secure, retrieve, analyze, and transmit medical records and other health information used by clinical professionals and health care organizations. Includes instruction in the principles... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | |
Any instructional program in the health professions and related clinical sciences not listed in the Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, General category. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Health Teacher Education | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach health education programs at various educational levels. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
History, General | |
A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures;... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | |
Any single instructional program in liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities not listed in the Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, General category. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Management Information Systems, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to provide and manage data systems and related facilities for processing and retrieving internal business information; select systems and train personnel; and respond to external data requests. Includes instruction in cost and accounting information systems,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Marketing + Marketing Management, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to undertake and manage the process of developing consumer audiences and moving products from producers to consumers. Includes instruction in buyer behavior and dynamics, principle of marketing research, demand analysis, cost-volume and profit relationships,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Materials Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and materials science principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of materials and related processes used in manufacturing in a wide variety of settings; the synthesis of new industrial materials, including marrying and bonding... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Mathematics, General | |
A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Mechanical Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Medical Radiologic Technology + Science - Radiation Therapist | |
A program that prepares individuals to administer prescribed courses of radiation treatment, manage patients undergoing radiation therapy, and maintain pertinent records. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, oncologic pathology, radiation biology, radiation oncology procedures and... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Music, General | |
A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Nuclear Medical Technology + Technologist | |
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to employ radioactive and stable nuclides in diagnostic evaluations and therapeutic applications while monitoring for patient health and safety. Includes instruction in nuclear physics, health physics, instrumentation and statistics,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | |
A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, informed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Philosophy | |
A program that focuses on ideas and their logical structure, including arguments and investigations about abstract and real phenomena. Includes instruction in logic, ethics, aesthetics, epistemology, metaphysics, symbolism, and history of philosophy, and applications to the theoretical foundations and... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach physical education programs and/or to coach sports at various educational levels. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Physician Assistant | |
A program that prepares individuals to practice medicine, including diagnoses and treatment therapies, under the supervision of a physician. Includes instruction in the basic medical and clinical sciences and specialized preparation in fields such as family medicine; pediatrics; obstetrics; gynecology;... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Physics, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Political Science and Government, General | |
A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Psychology, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Respiratory Care Therapy + Therapist | |
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to assist in developing respiratory care plans, administer respiratory care procedures, supervise personnel and equipment operation, maintain records, and consult with other health care team members. Includes instruction in the... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Secondary Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Social Sciences, Other | |
Any instructional program in social sciences not listed in the Social Sciences, General category. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Social Work | |
A program that prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning;... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Sociology | |
A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Spanish Language and Literature | |
A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Special Education and Teaching, General | |
A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor degree
Visual and Performing Arts, General | |
A general, undifferentiated program that focuses on the visual and performing arts and that may prepare individuals in any of the visual artistic media or performing disciplines. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Dental Assisting + Assistant | |
A program that prepares individuals to provide patient care, take dental radiographs (x-ray photographs), prepare patients and equipment for dental procedures, and discharge office administrative functions under the supervision of dentists and dental hygienists. Includes instruction in medical record-keeping,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Certificates/Post-Master's Certificate
Education, General | |
A program that focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching; the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the social foundations of education. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Certificates/Post-Master's Certificate
Educational Leadership and Administration, General | |
A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Dietetics + Dietitian (RD) | |
A program that prepares individuals to integrate and apply the principles of the food and nutrition sciences, human behavior, and the biomedical sciences to design and manage effective nutrition programs in a variety of settings. Includes instruction in human nutrition; nutrient metabolism; the role... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Applied Mathematics | |
A program that focuses on the application of mathematics and statistics to the solution of functional problems in fields such as engineering and the applied sciences. Includes instruction in natural phenomena modeling continuum mechanics, reaction-diffusion, wave propagation, dynamic systems, numerical... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Biology + Biological Sciences, General | |
A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Biomedical + Medical Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of biological and health systems and products such as integrated biological systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Biostatistics | |
A program that focuses on the application of descriptive and inferential statistics to biomedical research and clinical, public health, and industrial issues related to human populations. Includes instruction in mathematical statistics, modeling, clinical trials methodology, disease and survival analysis,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Cell + Cellular Biology and Histology | |
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the structure, function, and regulation of cells as individual units and as components of larger systems. Includes instruction in cell chemistry, cellular dynamics, cellular replication and reproduction, cell anatomy, membrane function, organelles, cell... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Chemistry, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Civil Engineering, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Computer and Information Sciences, General | |
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Computer Engineering, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of computer hardware and software systems and related equipment and facilities; and the analysis of specific problems of computer applications to various... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Early Childhood Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students ranging in age from infancy through eight years (grade three), depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Educational Leadership and Administration, General | |
A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Environmental + Environmental Health Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems for controlling contained living environments and for monitoring and controlling factors in the external natural environment, including pollution control,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Environmental Health | |
A program that focuses on the application of environmental sciences, public health, the biomedical sciences, and environmental toxicology to the study of environmental factors affecting human health and related ecological issues, and prepares individuals to function as professional environmental health... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Epidemiology | |
A program that focuses on the scientific study of disease, disability, and trauma patterns within and across populations and the development of health management mechanisms to prevent and control disease outbreaks and injurious behaviors. Includes instruction in biostatistics, biochemistry, molecular... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Health + Health Care Administration + Management | |
A program that prepares individuals to develop, plan, and manage health care operations and services within health care facilities and across health care systems. Includes instruction in planning, business management, financial management, public relations, human resources management, health care systems... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Health and Physical Education + Fitness, Other | |
Any instructional program in health and physical education/fitness not listed in the Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General category. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Human + Medical Genetics | |
A program that focuses on the scientific study of human genetics from the standpoint of medical applications such as clinical diagnosis, genetic engineering and therapy, transplantation, and the study of genetic diseases and disabilities and their defense. Includes instruction in human molecular genetics;... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Materials Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and materials science principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of materials and related processes used in manufacturing in a wide variety of settings; the synthesis of new industrial materials, including marrying and bonding... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Microbiology, General | |
A program that focuses on the scientific study of unicellular organisms and colonies, and subcellular genetic matter and their ecological interactions with human beings and other life. Includes instruction in microbial genetics, cell biology, cell physiology, virology, pathogenic microbiology, environmental... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Molecular Biochemistry | |
A program that focuses on the scientific relationship of physiological function to the structure and actions of macromolecules and supramolecular assemblies such as multienzyme complexes, membranes, and viruses. Includes instruction in the chemical mechanisms of regulation and catalysis, protein synthesis... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Molecular Physiology | |
A program that focuses on the scientific study of dynamic interactive processes and biochemical communications at the subcellular level. Includes instruction in ion channels and transporters, molecular signalling pathways, endocrine control and regulation, genetic information transfer, homeostasis and... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Multi- + Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | |
Any instructional program in multi/interdisciplinary studies not listed in the Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General category. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Neurobiology and Neurophysiology | |
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the cellular and molecular basis of the lower and higher neural functions in animals and human beings, organ system behavior and the immune response, and the control of physiological systems. Includes instruction in computational biology, computer modeling,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Nursing Science (MS, PhD) | |
A research program that focuses on the study of advanced clinical practices, research methodologies, the administration of complex nursing services, and that prepares nurses to further the progress of nursing research through experimentation and clinical applications. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Nutrition Sciences | |
A scientific program that focuses on the utilization of food for human growth and metabolism, in both normal and dysfunctional states, from the interdisciplinary perspective of the agricultural, human, biological, and biomedical sciences. Includes instruction in food science, biochemistry, physiology,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Pathology + Experimental Pathology | |
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the expression, initiation, maintenance and progression of tissue injury and disease, including death, and the relationship of pathogenesis to fundamental molecular and cellular mechanisms. Includes instruction in immunology, microbiology, gene expression,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Pharmacology and Toxicology | |
A program with an integrated, combined approach to the study of pharmacological and toxicological issues in biology and the biomedical sciences. Includes instruction in topics such as solvents, xenobiotic metabolism, chemical toxicity, neurotoxicology, immunopharmacology, biotransformation, tissue culture... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Physical Therapy + Therapist | |
A program that prepares individuals to alleviate physical and functional impairments and limitations caused by injury or disease through the design and implementation of therapeutic interventions to promote fitness and health. Includes instruction in functional anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, neuroscience,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Physics, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Psychology, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH) | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and evaluate public health care services and to function as public health officers. Includes instruction in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health principles, preventive medicine, health policy and regulations, health care services and... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Sociology | |
A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Doctor's degree
Vision Science + Physiological Optics | |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
First-Professional degree
Dentistry (DDS, DMD) | |
A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of dentistry/dental medicine, encompassing the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area, and adjacent structures and their impact on the... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
First-Professional degree
Medicine (MD) | |
A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of medicine, involving the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses, injuries, and other disorders of the human body. Includes instruction in the basic medical sciences, clinical medicine, examination and diagnosis,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
First-Professional degree
Optometry (OD) | |
A program that prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of optometry and that focuses on the principles and techniques for examining, diagnosing and treating conditions of the visual system. Includes instruction in prescribing glasses and contact lenses, other optical aids, corrective... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Accounting | |
A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Art History, Criticism and Conservation | |
A program that focuses on the study of the historical development of art as social and intellectual phenomenon, the analysis of works of art, and art conservation. Includes instruction in the theory of art, art history research methods, connoisseurship, the preservation and conservation of works of... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Art Teacher Education | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach art and art appreciation programs at various educational levels. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Biology + Biological Sciences, General | |
A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Biomedical + Medical Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of biological and health systems and products such as integrated biological systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Biomedical Sciences, General | |
A general, program that focuses on the integrative scientific study of biological issues related to health and medicine, or a program in one or more of the biomedical sciences that is undifferentiated as to title. Includes instruction in any of the basic medical sciences at the research level; biological... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Biostatistics | |
A program that focuses on the application of descriptive and inferential statistics to biomedical research and clinical, public health, and industrial issues related to human populations. Includes instruction in mathematical statistics, modeling, clinical trials methodology, disease and survival analysis,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Business Administration and Management, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Chemistry, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Civil Engineering, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Clinical Laboratory Science + Medical Technology + Technologist | |
A program that prepares individuals to conduct and supervise complex medical tests, clinical trials, and research experiments; manage clinical laboratories; and consult with physicians and clinical researchers on diagnoses, disease causation and spread, and research outcomes. Includes instruction in... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Clinical Nutrition + Nutritionist | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply the principles of dietetics and the biomedical and nutrition sciences to design and manage effective nutrition programs as part of clinical treatment and therapy programs, and to manage health care facility food services. Includes instruction in human nutrition,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Communication Studies + Speech Communication and Rhetoric | |
A program that focuses on the scientific, humanistic, and critical study of human communication in a variety of formats, media, and contexts. Includes instruction in the theory and practice of interpersonal, group, organizational, professional, and intercultural communication; speaking and listening;... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Computer and Information Sciences, General | |
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other | |
Any instructional program in corrections and criminal justice not listed in the Corrections and Criminal Justice, General category. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Counselor Education + School Counseling and Guidance Services | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply the theory and principles of guidance and counseling to the provision of support for the personal, social, educational, and vocational development of students, and the organizing of guidance services within elementary, middle and secondary educational institutions.... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Dental Clinical Sciences, General (MS, PhD) | |
An integrated or undifferentiated program that generally prepares dentists in one or more of the oral sciences and advanced/graduate dentistry specialties. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Early Childhood Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students ranging in age from infancy through eight years (grade three), depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Educational Leadership and Administration, General | |
A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may prepare individuals as general administrators and supervisors. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of electrical, electronic and related communications systems and their components, including electrical power generation systems; and the analysis of problems such... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Elementary Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
English Language and Literature, General | |
A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Forensic Science and Technology | |
A program that focuses on the application of the physical, biomedical, and social sciences to the analysis and evaluation of physical evidence, human testimony and criminal suspects. Includes instruction in forensic medicine, forensic dentistry, anthropology, psychology, pathology, forensic laboratory... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Health + Health Care Administration + Management | |
A program that prepares individuals to develop, plan, and manage health care operations and services within health care facilities and across health care systems. Includes instruction in planning, business management, financial management, public relations, human resources management, health care systems... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other | |
Any instructional program in health and medical administrative services not listed in the Health and Medical Administrative Services, General category. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Health Teacher Education | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach health education programs at various educational levels. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
History, General | |
A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures;... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Materials Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and materials science principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of materials and related processes used in manufacturing in a wide variety of settings; the synthesis of new industrial materials, including marrying and bonding... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Mathematics, General | |
A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Mechanical Engineering | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Nurse Anesthetist | |
A program that prepares registered nurses (RNs) to administer anesthetics and provide care for patients before, during andafter anesthesia. Includes instruction in the biochemistry and physics of anesthesia; advanced anatomy and physiology; clinical pharmacology of anesthetics and adjunctive drugs;... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | |
A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, informed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Occupational Therapy + Therapist | |
A program that prepares individuals to assist patients limited by physical, cognitive, psychosocial, mental, developmental, and learning disabilities, as well as adverse environmental conditions, to maximize their independence and maintain optimum health through a planned mix of acquired skills, performance... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach physical education programs and/or to coach sports at various educational levels. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Physics, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Psychology, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Public Administration | |
A program that prepares individuals to serve as managers in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government; and that focuses on the systematic study of executive organization and management. Includes instruction in the roles, development, and principles of public administration; the management... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH) | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and evaluate public health care services and to function as public health officers. Includes instruction in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health principles, preventive medicine, health policy and regulations, health care services and... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Secondary Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter. |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Sociology | |
A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Special Education and Teaching, General | |
A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers. Includes instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities,... |
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Masters degree
Vision Science + Physiological Optics | |
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