Master of Science

The master's degree in Educational Psychology, with a major in Learning and Cognition, is designed for students and professionals interested in learning, cognition, development, and group processes in a variety of contexts, such as the classroom at any level, government, private enterprise, nonprofits, and other organizational settings. Whether you're a teacher, a professional who develops training seminars, or a supervisor concerned with adult learning processes that help employees meet 21st-century workplace challenges, this program is designed for you.

The master of science in Law Enforcement Intelligence is intended to draw graduate students from a diverse background of experiences and undergraduate degree programs. Traditionally, intelligence analysts at federal and military agencies were trained in specialized academies and, in effect, apprenticed at their jobs. As the demand for local and state intelligence analysts developed and the profession matured, the academic component also developed and matured.

The master of science in Information Technology (MSIT) enables you to gain a solid foundation in areas such as information architecture, information quality assurance, usability, IT governance, information systems management, IT project management, user experience design, IT documentation/technical writing and communication, distributed information systems, data management, and mobile information systems.

Instructional Systems & Learning Technologies is an area of specialization that draws upon the fields of psychology, communications, and management in order to improve human performance. The field of instructional systems focuses on the improvement of educational and training programs through the application of research and technology. In this program, you'll learn principles and techniques that cross organization and industry sectors — profits and nonprofits, public and private, products, and services.

The master of science in Information enables you to gain a solid foundation in areas such as general librarianship, information architecture and technology, information needs and services, and youth services. You'll gain the theoretical basis needed to build the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to function effectively in professional positions.

With majors in Education Policy and Evaluation or Educational Leadership/Administration, the online master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Policy equips leaders for a dynamic, high-performing career dedicated to the improvement of schools. The Education Policy and Evaluation major provides a strong understanding of pressing educational policy issues and will prepare you to make an impact in local, state, and national educational institutions and agencies.

The online master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) is designed for current educators who are committed to improving their instructional effectiveness and becoming teacher leaders. You'll learn ways of addressing the needs of the students you serve and gain a better understanding of the dynamic policy environment represented by new, local, and state standards as well as the research-based instructional approaches and supports available to teachers in the 21st century.

The Communication Science and Disorders online master's program offers you the opportunity to obtain the skills to diagnose and treat communication disorders in a part-time, online hybrid learning environment. Addressing the critical shortage of speech-language pathologists, the program will provide you with hands-on knowledge and experience at clinical sites in your Florida community. Classes are offered fully online, and you'll participate in practicum experiences at schools, hospitals, private practices, and other clinical sites in and around their community.

With a history that spans more than 70 years, the Department of Art Education believes in the intrinsic value of art as a catalyst for social change. The online master’s in Art Education focuses on developing a social justice approach to art education, across theory, curriculum, and practice. You’ll gain a comprehensive knowledge of art education while preparing to undertake research in the field. Courses are taught by FSU faculty with the rigor you expect from an FSU graduate program.

The master's degree in Criminology, with a major in Criminal Justice Studies, prepares you for leadership positions within your current agency, helps you become eligible to teach criminal justice courses at Florida community colleges, and equips you for post-law enforcement career opportunities. You'll learn from nationally known professors who are leaders in the field while tailoring your course schedule to meet the demands of family or career without ever having to visit campus.