Degree Programs

Earning a letter of specialization enables students majoring in political science at UMass Amherst to build greater expertise in a specific law-related field.

The undergraduate certificate in Labor Studies introduces students to the study of labor and workers' organizations in the U.S. 

Innovative, nationally recognized certificate named a Program of Excellence by the University Continuing Education Association

Implement mainstream and unorthodox perspectives as you study the political economy, development economics, the environment, and more

Gain a foundation in broad topics and social issues that social workers and social welfare advocates encounter, from domestic violence to international crises.

Prepare for an entry-level job in a research environment or for graduate study in a field such as survey research, public health, and more.

Explore the sociological theories of crime, law, and the criminal justice system through courses on access to justice, inequality, mass incarceration, and more.

Through flexible coursework and a research-based internship, you’ll learn to evaluate the differences and impact of cooperative enterprises in the marketplace.

Study the types of human population processes that play a key role in the fields of global health, international development, urban planning, and more.

Specialize in either language or a focused area of study as you develop a concentration in Latin American/Latino Studies to supplement to your degree