Graduate Programs at DU
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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 MS 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. 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.