Denver,
CO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Social Science - International Studies in Denver United States | University of Colorado Denver
University of Colorado Denver
|
Denver United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
26,208
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
For students seeking adaptable options to design a personalized curriculum in social sciences, the Master of Social Science program fosters the blending of knowledge across and beyond conventional academic fields. Coursework primarily draws from social science domains such as anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology, while also allowing integration with other areas like English, philosophy, education, health sciences, public affairs, fine arts, and architecture. Those pursuing this degree frequently cultivate interdisciplinary viewpoints in fields such as public policy, gender and identity studies, educational transformation, cross-cultural research, or political analysis. The Social Science program equips graduates for career growth in business, education, social services, and government, or prepares them for advanced academic or professional pursuits. MSS candidates often customize their studies to align with professional ambitions and personal interests, while others pursue the program for intellectual growth.
The International Studies track offers an interdisciplinary approach for humanities and social science students. By combining humanistic and social science methods with practical experiences locally and internationally, students gain skills to recognize patterns and developments within this diverse field. Focus areas encompass: art and political dynamics, philosophical approaches to diplomacy, international and NGO policy matters, global gender concerns, environmental and human rights challenges, international legal frameworks, intercultural communication, globalization trends, and the institutional frameworks that shape international relations. The track requires 36 credit hours when combined with an MH or MSS degree, including 9 hours of Humanities (HUMN) or Social Science (SSCI) core classes, a mandatory Political Science seminar, 15 credit hours of International Relations coursework, and 3-6 credit hours for a final project or thesis. Remaining credits are allocated to electives and, when feasible, an internship.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
3 Letters of Recommendation. At least two of these letters must be academic -- that is, from former professors of yours. To ensure the complete objectivity of evaluation, students should not have had access to these letters. Letters should be sent by your recommender.
Statement of Purpose or Letter of Intent
Writing sample
Transcripts from every institution of higher learning attended including those foreign. Mailed copies must be in a sealed envelope. E-transcripts are also accepted and can be sent
On your Statement of Purpose (Letter of Intent) you should include your name, address, email address, your home phone number and the telephone number where you can be reached during the day.
Writing Sample
TOEFL iBT :- 79 with Reading - 8, Listening - 7, Speaking - 18, Writing - 16
IELTS:- 6.5 with Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing - 5.5
Statement of Purpose or Letter of Intent
Writing sample
Transcripts from every institution of higher learning attended including those foreign. Mailed copies must be in a sealed envelope. E-transcripts are also accepted and can be sent
On your Statement of Purpose (Letter of Intent) you should include your name, address, email address, your home phone number and the telephone number where you can be reached during the day.
Writing Sample
TOEFL iBT :- 79 with Reading - 8, Listening - 7, Speaking - 18, Writing - 16
IELTS:- 6.5 with Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing - 5.5
Tuition
USD
26,208