Graduate Programs
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Whether you're looking for a certificate, master's or doctorate, our 10 schools and colleges offer graduate degree programs that integrate independent study, research and professional development.
- Master's
A master’s degree is the first level of graduate study, typically requiring one to two years of full-time study. To pursue a master’s, you’ll need an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree. Many degrees are specialized to prepare you to enter the job market as a highly qualified applicant or work as an educator in your field.
- Doctoral
A doctoral degree is the highest achievable graduate degree, preparing students to work in the upper echelons of their field as either practitioners or educators. Many doctoral candidates complete a dissertation, thesis or project based off original research, defending their work in front of a committee of experts. Others take rigorous coursework that prepares them for professional practice and licensure.
- Certificate
A graduate certificate is approximately equivalent to a bachelor’s or master’s degree, but with a more limited scope. Most can be achieved in a year or less, and many confer professional benefits such as licensure. Learn more about federal-aid designated certificates.
- MA
- Master of Arts
- MFA
- Master of Fine Arts
- MS
- Master of Science
- MLS
- Master of Legal Studies
- MSW
- Master of Social Work
- LLM
- Master of Laws
- Macc
- Master of Accountancy
- MBA
- Master of Business Administration
- MLIS
- Master of Library and Information Science
- MM
- Master of Music
- MPP
- Master of Professional Psychology
- MSL
- Master of Legal Studies
- PSM
- Professional Science Masters
- MSLA
- Master of Science in Legal Administration
- MT
- Master of Taxation
- EdD
- Doctorate of Education
- EdS
- Educational Specialist
- PhD
- Doctor of Philosophy
- PsyD
- Doctorate of Psychology
- Juris Doctor
- Doctor of Jurisprudence
Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science
Biomedical Engineering
About this Program
In this program, you'll combine coursework in engineering and life sciences to conduct independent research in the human health and well-being fields. You'll learn to merge engineering principles with science to understand health-related problems and design innovative solutions, including methods, devices and software.
As a biomedical engineer, you'll focus on technological and medical advancements to develop new devices and equipment that improve human health. You might design software for medical equipment, create computer simulations to test new drug therapies, build artificial body parts like hip and knee joints, develop materials for replacements or design rehabilitative exercise equipment.
Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science
Computer Engineering
About this Program
From smartphones to cars to medical devices, computers are changing our lives. The master of science in computer engineering challenges students who want to improve the world around them through continuous technological advancement. Graduate students expand on their computer architecture foundation by advancing their math and science skills and improving their ability to articulate why their work matters. Courses cover program design, troubleshooting, hardware design systems testing and more.
Students have the opportunity to work within Colorado's computer and electrical engineering fields while taking specialized, flexible courses that don't conflict with regular business hours. Program graduates work as computer software engineers, computer hardware engineers and systems engineers spanning several industries, corporations and countries.
Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science
Computer Science
About this Program
Our PhD program in computer science prepares students to lead within computer science and related fields at the highest technical and academic levels. Students take part in advanced, original research, sharpen their skills at modern software engineering, study cutting-edge technology and tools, and focus their efforts on a specialization of their choice. We support specializations in artificial intelligence, computational geometry, humane games, graphics, networks, parallel and distributed algorithms, security and privacy, and software systems engineering.
With small classes and faculty who themselves pursue nationally recognized research efforts, you will find the support you need to excel. In addition to specialization, courses on web technology, multimedia, networks, databases, data science, cybersecurity and computer game development ensure your education has ample breadth as well. You'll leave DU well equipped to professionally pursue your field of specialization, assume leadership roles in corporations or organizations, or contribute at the highest levels of academia.
Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science
Engineering
About this Program
A Master of Science in Engineering will help you advance your career and provide you with a strong foundation in engineering and innovation. Whether you are looking to expand your career options or develop your expertise in engineering, your MS in Engineering will be tailored to you with relevant career paths and interdisciplinary skillsets in mind. You will enhance your core skills while expanding the breadth of your knowledge with flexible elective requirements and an optional concentration in management.
Our graduates enter the workforce with a strong foundation in innovation and entrepreneurship, and the ability to use concrete tools to translate ideas and initiative into marketplace success. Our students have gone on to become leaders in various engineering fields with top-rated companies in both the public and private sectors. Career opportunities span a variety of fields, including software development, construction project management, and product engineering.
College of Professional Studies
Project Management (IT)
About this Program
Develop strategies to manage complex, large-scale projects by learning the tools and techniques of project management as part of our MS in information and communications technology with a concentration in project management program. Through the use of hands-on case studies and project management software, you will learn to apply agile concepts, design risk-management plans and assess project contracts. You'll also determine how projects can fit into an organization's strategic vision, develop your understanding of financing and budgets, and gain skills that can make you a vital part of a successful project.
You can supplement your degree with electives in other topics in IT, and you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with your peers and expand your professional network. Earn your MS in information and communications technology with a concentration in project management entirely online or in the evenings on campus through the University of Denver's College of Professional Studies. The curriculum has been developed to align with the Project Management Institute's (PMI®) "Project Management Body of Knowledge" (PMBOK® Guide) and prepares students to take the PMP® Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certification Exam.
College of Professional Studies
Software Design and Programming
About this Program
Learn how to develop web-based applications from start to finish while advancing your skills at software design and programming. Through hands-on instruction, you'll gain experience in object-oriented methods and programming, learning a spectrum of languages such Java, C#, PHP and Python within frameworks such as J2EE, .NET and Ruby on Rails. Whether working in a traditional client-server architecture or more contemporary cloud-based architecture, you'll learn how to apply fundamental client-side and server-side constructs. The software design and programming program prepares you to generate program code, create database queries and compare integrated development environments (IDEs).
Along with technical skills, you'll have the chance to develop perspective on the business needs of today's companies. You can earn your MS in information and communications technology with a concentration in software design and programming entirely online or in the evenings on campus through the University of Denver's College of Professional Studies. Beyond the coursework dedicated to software, you also can choose electives from other IT areas, including web design, security and database design.
College of Professional Studies
Web Design and Development
About this Program
Learn to create interactive, web-based applications that support the demands of contemporary business through the web design and development program. You'll get hands-on instruction in UX principles, information architecture and web design. Explore how the worlds of web design and development collide, and compare and contrast potential solutions for web, app and mobile scenarios. Not only that, you'll also learn to use popular programming languages and frameworks to meet the demands of today's business environments.
You can earn your MS in information and communications technology with a concentration in web design and development entirely online or in the evenings on campus through the University of Denver's College of Professional Studies. Beyond the coursework dedicated to web design, you also can choose electives from other IT areas, including security, mobile app development and software programming. You also can combine your degree with a 24-week coding boot camp offered as a non-credit program through the Center for Professional Development.