Degree Programs

Learn to interpret messaging from all types of media and teach these critical skills to members of your community, including children and adults.

Explore the academic heart of journalism and its practice through interdisciplinary courses in history, law, ethics, philosophy, and media criticism

Gain hands-on experience through internships, research with faculty, and focused areas of study that suit your professional goals.

The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences' online BA in Sociology allows students to earn their undergraduate degree on their own schedule.

Learn how communication works in all forms—from political speeches and social media to cross-cultural interactions, films, relationships, and more.

Earn a letter of specialization in comparative and international law, conflict resolution, constitutional law, law and social justice, and more 

Gain the foundation to make informed and effective development decisions to have a lasting impact on social, built, and natural built environments

This flexible minor is suitable for students of all majors seeking to deepen their understanding of political life, whether personally or professionally.

This flexible minor allows you to choose from courses in community engagement, land use, research, landscape architecture, regional planning, and more

The UMass Amherst Minor in Public Policy provides a foundation in the development and implementation of policy on a local, state, and federal level.