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Master of Arts in Teaching English Language

• Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education
• BAGCED Graduate Degree Programs

(Non-Thesis Program, MAT-ENGL)

This program aims to develop competence in the teaching of English at the secondary and tertiary levels. Specifically, the courses in the program are geared towards the development of competence in:

• The various methodological approaches to English instruction,
• Curriculum design and materials development, and
• Language testing and program evaluation.

It balances the technical and utilitarian thrust of teaching English under an ESL approach with courses in Literature and other areas in Education, as well as a good grounding on the basics of research and the English Language.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

ELGA- Expected Lasallian Graduate Attributes, CCT – Critical and creative thinker, EC – Effective communicator, RLL – Reflective Lifelong Learner, SDC – Service-driven citizen

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

In general, admission to the program is granted to those who hold a degree in English, Linguistics, Language Teaching, Communication, or other related fields from an accredited college or university. In addition, the applicant must:

• Have a grade point average of B or 2.5 in the DLSU grading system:
• Pass an admission test, and an interview with the department chair; and
• Submit a favorable recommendation from a school administrator, employer, and former teacher (three letters of recommendation).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

The application procedure entails the submission of an application form available at the  Graduate Admission Office,  and other documents prior to interview with the chair of the department.

Foreign applicants who are non-residents of the Philippines may write to the Director, Graduate Admissions Office, for pertinent information on procedures governing the admission of foreign students.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE/SCHOLARSHIP/TUITION DISCOUNT

Full and partial scholarship/financial assistance in the form of tuition and other fees may be granted to full-time and part-time students.

Application forms for these purposes are available at the Student Financial Assistance (SFA) Office, at LS Bldg., Room 137.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Note: An additional of six (6) units of Advanced Technical Reading and Writing 1&2 will be required for applicants with a low score in the essay part of the entrance examination.

Written Comprehensive Examination Students are required to take a Written Comprehensive Examination which focuses on four core areas: Linguistic Foundations, Language Teaching Methodology, Curriculum Development and Language Assessment, and Discourse Analysis.

Oral Comprehensive Examination Students are required to pass an oral comprehensive exam dealing with specific research areas in the discipline.

Research Dissemination Students are required to publish in a peer reviewed journal as part of their scholarly requirement for the degree program.

CORE COURSES   (12 units)

Statistics in Language Studies (ENG503M) 3 units The application of statistical tools in research on English language education.

Foundations of Language Education (ENG535M) 3 units This course introduces students to phonetics and phonology, morphology and syntax, semantics and pragmatics, and other fields of study involving language.

Methods of Research in ELT and Applied Linguistics (ENG711M) 3 units This course teaches students how to understand, evaluate and carry out research. This includes being able to determine the adequacy of research, setting up the rationale for a research project , creating a competent methodology, collecting data, analyzing the data, interpreting the results, and then communicating the results.

P sychology of Language Learning/Second Language Acquisition (ENG713M) 3 units This course discusses the basic concepts and principles related to language learning, development and acquisition. It covers issues on both first and second language acquisitions theories, as well as their implications to the teaching of English as a second language to young and adult language learners. The course touches on the various cognitive processes necessary in the learning, development and acquisitions of both first and second languages in a bilingual linguistic setting, as well as major concepts in second language acquisitions such as maturational constraints, cross linguistics influence input and interaction, social factors and individual differences.

MAJOR COURSES   (15 units)

Curriculum and Materials Design (ENG604M) 3 units It deals with the principles of materials development with practice in the design and development of instructional materials

Teaching of Literature (ENG611M) 3 units This course introduces the learners to the strategies, methods, and techniques in the teaching literature in the secondary and tertiary levels. Generally, the course aims to further prepare, train, and develop student-teachers to become competent and even masterful lecturers/facilitators in literature, primarily on the tertiary level. Specifically, it aims to assist them in the further understanding or development of these particular areas: a) the basic principles and concepts in the teaching of literature; b) the intellectual and materials preparation for teaching literature; and c) the application and use of appropriate strategies, and techniques in teaching specific literary texts.

Language Testing and Evaluation (ENG640M) 3 units It deals with principles and practice of language testing and language program evaluation

Methodology of Language Teaching (ENG712M) 3 units Focuses on the concept of “methods” of language teaching (or systematic set of teaching practices) based on particular theories of language and language teaching, as well as language teaching philosophies. The course will provide language teachers and applied linguist a historical overview of significant trends language teaching in the 20th century, with emphasis on the link between instructional design features of these trends (such as objectives, activities and roles of teachers and students) and the observed teaching practices in the language teaching environment of teachers and graduate students taking the course.

Current Trends in Teaching Grammar (ENG717M) 3 units This course introduces the state-of-the-art approach to the teaching of English grammar that is, using corpora in describing and explaining various linguistics phenomena, including the changes happening in the English language in the 20 th century. Students will analyze the structures of authentic texts coming from existing English corpora; from both the descriptivist point of view and the prescriptivist.

COGNATES/ELECTIVES  (6 units)

Genre Analysis and Genre-based Approaches to Language Teaching (ENG654M) 3 units A course that introduces the principles of genre analysis following the models of John Swales and Jim Martin. It also acquaints students with the process of teaching genre following the ESP and Australian models.

Teaching of ESL/EFL Writing (ENG716M) 3 units Designed to equip students to become teachers of composition.  This course provides (1) theories underpinning the teaching of ESL/EFL writing, (2) information needed in developing syllabi and lessons appropriate for all levels of language proficiency, (3) insights in evaluating and adapting instructional materials of the teaching of ESL/EFL writing, (4) specific information about issues and trends in writing research that have implications to the teaching of ESL/EFL writing in the classroom, and (5) skills needed in analyzing ESL/EFL writing case studies based on actual teaching experiences of ESL/EFL students.

Teaching of Reading (ENG714M) 3 units This course aims to equip the students with theoretical and practical knowledge related to the pedagogies of reading in the areas of comprehension study skills, vocabulary, content areas, and assessment, among others. The final output will be a Reading Program for a particular school.

Teaching of Speaking (ENG618M) 3 units ENX618 is a methods course that focuses on the principles and techniques of teaching speaking in basic education. The course aims to equip prospective and in-service teachers of English with teaching skills by also enabling them how to teach speaking skills in English effectively.

INTEGRATING COURSES  (6 units)

Issues in ELT (ENG671M) 3 units The course critically examines essential issues that influence pedagogy and professional development. Since students in the master’s level are expected to be leaders in the field, engagement with the essential issues that shape the profession will hopefully lead to a better understanding of current developments in the field.

Action Research (ENG715M) 3 units This course prepares educators to conduct an action research study. Following the action research process, students will be able to learn how to create a clear and measurable action research question, develop their ability to do an effective review of related literature, develop a logical and feasible plan for data collection, search for sources of analysis, propose an action plan, and to conduct an action research project.

GRADUATE SCHOOL PROGRAMS

St. Paul University Manila is offering a myriad of Graduate School programs, which are committed to excellence in academics and the student's field of expertise. In line with its mission and vision, the University has expanded its program offerings in the Graduate School—ranging from Business and Entrepreneurship to Education to Social Sciences to Music and the Performing Arts and to Health Sciences.

Programs Offered

AY. 2022 - 2023

MASTERS DEGREE

• Master in Business Administration - Major in Hospitality and Tourism Management - Major in Organizational Development - Major in Information System
• Master of Arts in Curriculum Design, Development and Supervision - Major in English - Major in Entrepreneurship - Major in Filipino - Major in MAPEH - Major in Mathematics - Major in Science - Major in Social Studies
• Master of Arts in Communication
• Master of Arts in English with I.T. and
• Multimedia Arts
• Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling
• Master of Arts in English Language Teaching
• Master of Arts in English Major in Information Technology and Multimedia Arts
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Academic Support Services
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Educational Leadership and Management
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Early Childhood Education
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Guidance and Counselling
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Learning Management
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Management of Human Resources for School Effectiveness
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Resilient School Leadership and Management
• Master of Arts in Special Education Major in Learner Developmental Needs
• Master of Arts in Music Major in Music Therapy
• Master of Music - Major in Chamber Music; Choral Conducting: Collaborative Piano; Instrumental Performance; Music Education; Piano Pedagogy; String Pedagogy; Theory Pedagogy; Vocal Performance; Vocal Pedagogy
• Master of Arts in Nursing Major in Academic Management
• Master of Science in Nursing - Academic Track - Professional Track - Major in Adult Health Nursing, Maternal and Child Nursing, Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing, Public Health Nursing, Gerontology Nursing, Leadership and Governance in Nursing, Oncology Nursing (Academic Track) - Major in Adult Health Nursing, Maternal and Child Nursing, Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing, Public Health Nursing, Gerontology Nursing, Leadership and Governance in Nursing, Oncology Nursing (Professional Track)
• Master in Hospital Administration
• Master of Arts in Religious Education

DOCTORATE DEGREE

• Doctor of Philosophy in Education Major in Educational Leadership and Management
• Doctor of Philosophy in Education - Major in Curriculum Design, Development and Supervision
• Doctor of Philosophy in Education Major in Institutional Resilience and Sustainability
• Doctor of Philosophy in Education Major in School Transformation
• Doctor of Business Administration
• Doctor of Musical Arts - Major in Choral Conducting - Major in Choral Pedagogy - Major in Composition - Major in Music Education - Major in Orchestral Conducting - Major in Performance
• Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Education Major in Leadership, and Management
• Doctor of Leadership and Governance in Health Care Organizations

AY. 2023 - 2024

• Master in Business Administration - Major in Hospitality and Tourism Management - Major in Organizational Development - Major in Information System - Major in Marketing Management
• Master of Arts in Curriculum Design, Development and Supervision Major in: Mathematics, Filipino, English, Entrepreneurship, Science, Social Studies, MAPEH - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Arts in English with I.T. and Multimedia Art - Academic Track
• Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling - Academic Track
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Academic Support Services (Professional Track)
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Educational Leadership and Management - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Early Childhood Education (Professional Track)
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Guidance and Counselling - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Learning Management - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Management of Human Resources for School Effectiveness - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Resilient School Leadership and Management - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Arts in Special Education Major in Learner Developmental Needs - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Arts in Music Major in Music Therapy - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Music Major in Chamber Music - Professional Track
• Master of Music Major in Choral Conducting - Professional Track
• Master of Music Major in Collaborative Piano - Professional Track
• Master of Music Major in Instrumental Performance - Professional Track
• Master of Music Major in Music Education - Academic Track - Professional Track (Non- Thesis Track)
• Master of Music Major in Piano Pedagogy - Professional Track
• Master of Music Major in String Pedagogy - Professional Track
• Master of Music Major in Theory Pedagogy - Professional Track
• Master of Music Major in Vocal Performance - Professional Track
• Master of Music Major in Voice Performance - Professional Track
• Master of Science in Nursing - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Science in Nursing Major in: Adult Health Nursing, Maternal and Child Nursing, Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing, Public Health Nursing, Gerontology Nursing, Leadership and Governance in Nursing, Oncology Nursing - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master in Digital Business (MDB)
• Master of Arts in Education Major in Religious Education - Academic Track - Professional Track
• Master of Arts in Religious Education - Major in Pastoral Liturgical Music - Major in Values Education and Good Manners and Right Conduct
• -->Doctor of Philosophy in Education Major in Educational Leadership and Management -->
• Doctor of Philosophy in Education - -->Major in Curriculum Design, Development and Supervision -->
• -->Doctor of Philosophy in Education Major in School Transformation -->
• Doctor of Business Administration - Major in Hospitality and Tourism Management - Major in Global Business Leadership (Dubai Based Students)

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• Master in Public Administration (Non-Thesis)

Students who graduate from this degree can work in the industries of Academe and Research in which they can perform the work of a Program Manager, Administration Officer, Administrative and Finance Officer, Municipal Officer, General Administration.

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The Loyola Schools, through its Graduate Programs, seeks to form students with a high degree of competence in research or professional practice in one of the academic disciplines. It has a special concern for the formation of educators who will contribute to excellence in the Philippine educational system, and for the formation of scientists, researchers, professionals, creative artists, writers, and others, who will contribute to the development of society.

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Art Management exposes students to the highest professional standards in art practice and industry outside its own production. The program provides important interfaces for education and training in such areas as curatorship, exhibition design, art writing, research, and documentation, and the marketing and promotion of the arts. Through its linkage with the Ateneo Art Gallery and other significant local and international artistic and cultural institutions, the program provides its students with unparalleled opportunities for involvement and immersion in the professional art, cultural, and creative industries.

Creative Writing institutionalizes apprenticeship, the manner by which young writers learn their craft from more experienced writers; and the workshop, by which they learn from their peers. By putting these methods alongside the academic study of literary and critical texts, the creative process, and the pertinent contexts that influence literary production, the program aims to produce writers who are competent in the craft of their chosen genre specialty (fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or drama) while remaining aware of literature’s place and influence in one’s life and one’s society.

Information Design roots its relevance in problem solving through the effective presentation of relevant information so that it can best be received, understood, and utilized by a target audience. Design and communication theories contextualize and inform the students’ education in graphic design procedures and techniques. The program provides its students with opportunities to develop their own skills in design, which they are tasked to use to attain specific goals that can aid personal growth, growth in industry, and change in society.

Theater Arts exposes students to the range of theater activities, onstage and offstage, all of which require an individual and collaborative intelligence and a passionate interest in theater. The program is seen as a way to increase the number of trained men and women in theater practices, and to provide a venue for the development of theater artists who intend to apply their knowledge of the theater craft for work in professional theater or in film, radio, or television.

Bachelor of Arts

The Bachelor of Arts major in Humanities was introduced in the College of Arts and Sciences in 1983. Previously, the College had a traditional Humanities course devoted to the classical languages and literatures and to the arts. The current program retains vestiges of the old classical curriculum but adds more modern courses. It is home to students interested in the arts (both the fine and practical), the media (both printed and broadcast), research and writing (both creative and critical). The program is based on the classical belief in the capacity of human beings for self perfection. Its seeks to liberate the individual genius by exposing the students, in the words of Matthew Arnold, to “the best that is known and thought in the world,” or The Great Tradition to which the individual talent belongs. These are the classics of literature, philosophy, and the arts — the makers charting the march of human civilization. The program holds that while people certainly cannot live without bread, they cannot live only for bread, either. Following the classical belief in individualism, the program in Humanities recognizes the particular talents and interests of students. Thus, besides receiving the basic background to the humanities or their potentials in the actual practice of the arts, under the supervision of the Chair of the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, and given the means and services of the university. The end of Humanities program is to produce graduates sensitive to the delicate nuances of the human condition, aware of and appreciative of the record of the great human passions and ideas that have shaped and continue to shape the modern world, infused with the spirit of rigorous rational inquiry, and equipped with the intellectual maturity to form and articulate their own ideas. With the students’ commitment, the program hopes to instill the ideas of intellectual tolerance, love and liberty of thought, and the belief in the essential dignity of human being — ideals that are the core of every attempt to change the world. The Bachelor of Arts, major in Humanities, in short, is liberal education for genuine human liberation. It is a recognition of the impulses — ever fundamental but now too often ignored — that are the heart of our common humanity.

The Bachelor of Arts major in Interdisciplinary Studies was introduced as a response to the need sounded in the academia for the greater dialogue among departments and scholars, and to the more practical need of the students for flexibility. Since its institution in the late 1970s, the program has produced graduates active in the fields of law, business, education, sports, and the arts. The program rests on the belief that reality is complex and multidimensional. Thus, any attempt at understanding reality and discoursing on the same can be reached — and only provisionally so — after the critical synthesis of the various methodologies and knowledge of the different disciplines. What is learned is not only “truths,” but also the premises underlying and legitimizing these “truths.” The program, therefore, prizes open-mindedness, broadness of vision, reflexivity, and a commitment to knowledge. The program also recognizes the individuality of each student. Instead of dismissing the particular (and sometimes idiosyncratic) inclinations of students, the program mines and hones these in the belief that education is self-perfection for the better service of society. Thus, in addition to receiving the humanistic training required by the Ateneo core curriculum, I.S. majors design their own course of studies, based on their interests and strengths, and given the actual means and services of the university, under the supervision of the Department Chair. The terminal requirement for the degree is a monograph (called the senior paper) in which the I.S. major integrates the skills, knowledge, and methodologies learned from the classes he or she took, to probe, critique, and explain issues, to suggest feasible and sound solutions to specific problems, or to produce substantial creative work. With proper guidance and the student’s own commitment, the I.S. program hopes to engender students equipped in the intellectual rigors — and pleasures — of creativity and synthesis, critical thinking and analysis, reflection and self-reflexivity. It is the mission of the Interdisciplinary Studies Department to develop well-rounded students who are able to see beyond disciplinary lines, who are able to synthesize knowledge gained from different disciplinary perspectives, who have professional skills in disciplines of their own choosing, and who are equipped to view and respond to the world from a holistic perspective.

The AB Literature Program is designed for the student who seeks a profound and scholarly appreciation of literature written in the English Language. While in the program, the student will be introduced to literature from all over the globe, in order to develop competence in the analysis of literary texts, writing of critical essays, and evaluation of different literary traditions and orientations.

The AB Literature (Filipino) is unique in its four major fields of specialization: research, creative writing, pedagogy, and translation. Using traditional and contemporary theories of literary and cultural studies, students are trained to read, research, and evaluate literary works and textual production of popular culture so that they may also contribute to the production of literature or to any of the major fields mentioned above. AB Literature (Filipino) is also progressive because of its straight program and minor program in Literature which are essentially cross-disciplinary and integrative of other methodologies and studies. Ultimately, the program aims to ground and develop all knowledge through efficient and effective writing.

The philosophy program follows a curriculum that is strong in building these skills: fidelity to the depth and complexity of the truth, rigorous reflection, and insightful discussion. It allows the students to hone these skills in the academic engagement of philosophers and systems of philosophy; or philosophical studies in the realm of politics and law; applied ethics, society and culture; or culture, art, and literature.

Consecutive Degree

The AB/MA Literature (Filipino) is the Filipino Department’s response to the increasing need for professionalism in the field of literary studies in Filipino. The program is open only to outstanding undergraduates in the AB Literature (Filipino) who intend to pursue further studies in Filipino literature. Students will be invited to join the program at the start of first semester of junior year. Upon completion of their AB Literature (Filipino) in four years, they are eligible to begin their graduate studies, which they complete in two semesters and two summers.

Department of English

The PhD in English Language and Literature is a program that brings together teachers and scholars working on important overlapping areas of inquiry on pedagogical and interpretive approaches to language and literary studies foregrounding the conditions of possibilities for their production and reception. In teaching and language practices, the emphasis is on critical literacy and citizenship; and in scholarship, the emphasis is on interpretative approaches. The research topics reflect the individual and/or professional interests of students and are informed by extensive familiarity with theory, review of scholarship, and critical reflection on research data and texts. Focus is on the literary/cultural and language/linguistic frames in which specific scholarly and pedagogical practices become intelligible as acts with larger socio-political and intellectual implications especially for Philippine or other Asian contexts.

The program aims: 1. to advance the understanding of the role of English language and literature in society, with particular attention to its implications for multilingual and multi-cultural settings; 2. to engage in a critical review of issues, options, and developments informing the study and teaching of language and literature; and  3. to contribute to the development of ideas and scholarship in English language and literary studies in the Philippines and in other parts of Asia in view of comparative cultural contexts.

The MA major in English Language and Literature Teaching is designed for teachers of English Language and literature in the secondary and tertiary levels. 

This degree aims to develop students who are able to: 1. demonstrate a clear understanding of the theories of language and language learning, and apply these to language and literature teaching practice and research; 2. demonstrate a clear understanding of language and literature teaching methodologies; 3. conduct scholarly research that will address relevant issues in English language education in the country; 4. design and develop materials for language and literature instruction; and 5. design and develop evaluation instruments for language and literature teaching.

The program envisions producing graduates who provide leadership in improving the quality of English language teaching in the country, as well as promote the exchange of information about current research work and updated teaching methodologies among language educators. It hopes to produce teachers who uphold the place of literature and its formative-humanistic role in language teaching.

The MA major in Literary and Cultural Studies degree is designed to provide high-level instruction to master’s level students who are (1) knowledgeable in theory and skilled in its application, (2) capable of critical analysis relating to literary and cultural issues in the non-western world, and (3) attuned to the issues in Philippine literary and cultural studies scholarship.

In particular, the program encourages research on the literatures and cultures of Asia, with stress on Southeast Asian literary traditions. To assist students in obtaining a research focus, its curriculum reflects the survey, appreciation, and critical reading of foundational texts of Asian literature.

The program presents a specific approach to cultural studies, emphasizing that instruction and research must recognize cultural contexts, surveying diverse cultural traditions in Asia as the crucial background of ideas informing its literatures. It encourages independent research that locates the Southeast Asian region as the arena for examining plural texts that lend cultural studies an Asian dimension.

Department of Filipino

Ang Dalubhasa sa Sining sa Panitikang Filipino ay isang interdisiplinaryong programa batay sa pananaliksik sa panitikan at araling kultural. Kadalasang kumukuha nito ang may Batsilyer sa Humanidades, Araling Filipino, Panitikan, at Araling Kultural. Kadalasan din na ang mga nagtatapos sa pagkadalubhasa ay nagiging mananaliksik, manunulat o mamahayag sa iba’t ibang media, at sa larang ng edukasyon. May 36 na units ang program, 12 units nito ay rekisito, 12 units ay ayon sa larang na pinili, 6 na units para elektiba, at 6 units para sa tesis.

Bukas para sa lahat ng mag-aaral na nakapagtapos na ng kanilang kolehiyo sa anumang larangan, at nais magpakadalubhasa sa Panitikang Filipino. May ibinibigay na 50% diskuwento sa matrikula sa mga gurong papasok sa programa. Kinakailangan lamang magpasa ng sertipikasyong magpapatunay ng panunungkulan bilang guro sa pinaglilingkurang institusyon.

Department of Philosophy

Besides the general requirements for admission to graduate studies in the university, the student must have completed 24 undergraduate units in Philosophy. Of these 24 units, 12 must be in systematic philosophy (including metaphysics and epistemology) and the other 12 in the history of western thought (ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary). An exception to this requirement may be made if the student gives evidence that he/she possesses the equivalent of the 24 units as described herein.

The student must have a record of high quality performance and give evidence that he/she can do graduate work with excellence.

The PhD in Philosophy program aims to prepare men and women for competence in research and teaching philosophy beyond the master’s level. It is designed to develop scholarly expertise in the field of Philosophy so that creative critical thinking is enhanced in the pursuit of wisdom.

A master’s thesis or four quality papers each with a grade of at least “A-” is required for admission to the doctoral program.

The Master of Arts programs are designed to equip the students with concepts and skills to pursue doctoral studies and to handle with competence the philosophy courses at the undergraduate level.

There are two options in the Master of Arts, major in Philosophy program: a thesis option which also accepts four term papers with a grade of at least “A-” in lieu of writing a thesis; and a non-thesis option which is a terminal degree.

Department of Theology (FIRE)

This thesis program aims primarily to prepare catechists, religion, or theology teachers in educating Filipinos in the Christian Faith by a sound grounding in the basic sources (Scripture, Church Teaching, and Human Experience), stressing structural integration (Doctrine, Morals, and Worship), together with a critical formation in professional religious education covering its nature, and methodologies.  It focuses on the unique values and skills exercised in modest research and composition of a well-ordered thesis in religious education. 

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree with at least 12 units in Theology or Religious Education.

The Master in Religious Education is a non-thesis program that provides opportunities for the integration of biblical, theological and religious educational insights and skills for the practice of effective ministry, evaluation of current ministerial practices and creation of pastoral projects.

The applicant should have a bachelor’s degree with at least 12 units in Theology or Religious Education.

Theology and Ministry Program

The Master in Pastoral Leadership and Management of the School of Humanities of Ateneo de Manila University aims to equip the Church leaders such as parish priests, formators, religious and lay leaders with the requisite knowledge, skills and practical know-how in Church leadership and management, animated by a profound apostolic spirituality in the parish and other ecclesial settings. The courses delve into pastoral concerns, such as ecclesial leadership spirituality, group leadership skills, developmental planning, financial management and fund raising, handling conflicts in relationships and other topics.

The Doctor of Ministry Program (DMin) is designed for Religious Educators, Catechetical Coordinators, Retreat Directors, Seminary Formators, Chaplains, Spiritual Directors and Pastoral Counselors. 

The program endeavors to contribute to the advancement of Ateneo de Manila’s Vision and Mission as a Catholic University, which seeks to form persons who, following the teachings and example of Christ, will devote their lives to the service of others. 

In support of the above thrust, the primary aim of the Doctor of Ministry degree is to provide opportunities for the integration of the personal, professional, spiritual, and theological capacities and charisms of the minister with the practice of ministry in the Philippines and in the countries of origin of our international students. 

Specifically, it aims to:  1. develop critical awareness of the ways by which theological reflection and research can both inform, and be informed by the practice of ministry; 2. sharpen ministerial skills and competencies in areas of ministry like religious education, spirituality and retreat direction and pastoral counseling; 3. develop the capacity to integrate biblical, theological, spiritual, and educational insights, skills and practices toward the delivery of faith-based services to Christian communities and organizations

Areas of Specialization 1. Religious Education The program aims at those already working in the catechetical and religious education field, who desire to step beyond their Master’s educational level in developing and updating their performance, knowledge and skills. Such would be, for example, a good number of the graduates of the FIRE Program (Formation Institute for Religion Educators), who have for years asked about further graduate studies which could help them improve, expand and deepen their present work and possibilities. Over years, FIRE graduates have gained wide respect for their professional competence and spiritual motivation, including the personal desire to deepen and improve their work. 2. Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Care Prospective students in this area of specialization are those who are already working in the field of pastoral counseling. The Theology and Ministry Program, through Loyola School of Theology and the Center for Family Ministries (CEFAM), has already produced a good number of graduates in MA major in Pastoral Ministry with field of concentration in Family Ministry and Counseling. Like other graduates of other files of concentration in the MA major in Pastoral Ministry programs, our CEFAM pastoral counselors have gained wide respect for their professional competence and spiritual motivation. 3. Spiritual and Retreat Direction As a ministry-oriented program, the DMin in Spirituality and Retreat Direction aims at those already working in the field of retreats, recollections, spiritual direction and lay and religious spiritual formation in general, who updating their performance, knowledge and skills. Prospective students would be, for example, the graduates of Ateneo de Manila’s MA major in Pastoral Ministry with a field of concentration in Spirituality and Retreat-Giving and other MA in Pastoral Ministry degree holders who would like to upgrade the quality of their ministerial service.

Applicants must satisfy the following requirements:  1. hold an MA in Theological Studies or Pastoral Ministry (or their equivalent titles) or any master’s degree with at least eighteen (18) graduate units in Theology or Religious Educations; 2. follow the basic requirements for application and acceptance to the civil degree program; 3. submit a 10 page essay presenting the applicant’s professional history, goals in ministry and area of interest or special concern in the ministry; 4. submit a copy of their master’s thesis or its equivalent. Those with a non-thesis MA degree must submit a major research paper of 15-30 pages written during MA course work; 5. should currently be doing ministry in the field of religious education, spiritual direction, retreat direction, seminary formation, or pastoral counseling.

Course requirements include a total of 45 units composed of the following: 9 units of core courses, 15 units of major courses, 3 units of electives, 6 units of apprenticeship courses and 12 units of DMin Dissertation.

The PhD in Theology (PhD TH) program has the following purposes: [a] To help students acquire a high professional and scientific competence in one of the following areas of theology: Biblical Theology, Dogmatic Theology, Moral Theology, and Religious Education. [b] To help them manifest in a scholarly dissertation the capacity for disciplined research, for clear communication, and for both critical and creative theological reflection regarding situations and problems facing the Christian community in the Philippines and Asia. [c] To equip men and women who can train students to a level of high qualification in their own disciplines according to Catholic doctrine.

In order to be admitted into the program, students must have a government-recognized (civil) Master’s degree in Theology with a thesis (e.g. MA Theological Studies) and at least a general average of B+ (2.0).

The PhD TH requires 48 academic units, broken down as follows: Philosophical Theology (9 units), Concentration (30 units), Electives (9 units). Additional requirements include a modern language requirement, comprehensive examinations, a dissertation and an oral defense.

The MA in Biblical Exegesis (MA BE) program is meant for people who wish to engage in serious study of the Bible. The study of Biblical Hebrew and Greek will enable them to translate and interpret the biblical texts in the original languages. Knowledge of the history and culture of Ancient Israel will enable them to understand the Bible in its original context, and thus be able to appropriate its message for the present time. Moreover, the students will be introduced to various methods of exegesis — both synchronic and diachronic — that will provide them the skill to discover rich layers of meaning of the biblical text.

In order to be admitted into the program, the pre-requisite is a Bachelor’s degree in Theology, or any field with at least six (6) units in Fundamental Theology (Revelation-Faith and Scripture, Tradition, Magisterium), six (6) units in Introductory Courses in Scripture (Introduction to the Old Testament and Introduction to the New Testament, or their equivalents), and twelve (12) units in Biblical Languages (Biblical Hebrew I, Biblical Hebrew II, Biblical Greek I, and Biblical Greek II).

The MA in Biblical Exegesis requires 39 academic units, broken down as follows: Biblical Languages (12 units), Isagogic Courses (9 units), Old Testament Exegesis Courses (6 units), New Testament Exegesis Courses (6 units), Biblical Theology Courses (3 units), and one Seminar Course (3 units). Additional requirements include a language requirement, comprehensive examinations, a tesina, and an oral defense.

The MA major in Theological Studies (MA TH-STUD) program has the following purposes: [a] To prepare teachers for college-level theology; [b] To present a sound and serious grounding in the basic theological disciplines (biblical studies, systematic-historical, and moral-pastoral theology) relating to both the Christian tradition and to the contemporary life of the Christian community; [c] To foster a capacity for disciplined reflection and effective communication, principally on the college level.

The program offers the following areas of concentration: a) Biblical Theology; b) Systematic and Sacramental Theology; c) Moral Theology; and d) Pastoral Theology.

To get accepted to the MA major in Theological Studies program, the applicants must have a government-recognized (civil) bachelor’s degree with at least 12 units of undergraduate (college) theology courses. Moreover, students must have attended at least a general undergraduate average of B (2.5 or 8.5) with no grade of “failure” or “conditional.”

The MA major in Theological Studies requires 30 academic units, broken down as follows: Foundation Courses (15 units), Concentration (9 units), and Electives (6 units). Additional requirements include comprehensive examinations.

The Master of Arts, major in Pastoral Ministry (MA PAM) program in general aims to help priests, pastors, catechetical coordinators, religious educators, social action leaders, and various ministerial workers to acquire the knowledge and skills requisite for effective work in their chosen field of service. Rather than concentrating on a sharply and narrowly focused degree, this offers a variety of courses, electives and practicum-seminars that directly touch the work of pastoral workers and educators. This program requires no thesis writing.

The Master of Arts, major in Pastoral Ministry: Family Ministry and Counseling looks to the formation of lay collaborators who, building on a base in theology, would dedicate themselves to family ministry, with a priority given to counseling and psycho-spiritual integration.

The Master of Arts, major in Pastoral Ministry: Spirituality and Retreat Directing looks to forming those who would be able to assist in the important work of spiritual direction and helping those who make the Spiritual Exercises.

School of Social Sciences

The AB Chinese Studies degree offers a comprehensive knowledge of Mandarin Chinese (18 units) and an understanding of Chinese history and culture (15 units). The business track covers the fundamentals of business in a Chinese context. The humanities track focuses on aesthetic theories and the literature and arts of China. The social sciences track provides a broad introduction to the social realities in China and frameworks for analyzing them. Each track consists of 18 academic units. There is a total of 51 units of Chinese Studies courses in the degree.

Founded on scholarship, research methods and ethics, undergraduate students focus their studies in communication on one of four concentrations — image & sound production, journalism, media studies, or advertising & public relations. They complete their studies with a summer work experience in related industries and with the crafting of a semester-long research or project thesis.

The AB Development Studies Program provides an excellent blend of theoretical and applied training. Development Studies students are trained to appreciate diverse perspectives, undertake development research, analyze development policies and manage development interventions. The program provides excellent preparation for careers in multilateral and bilateral development organizations, law and politics, Foreign Service, corporate foundations and non-government organizations, development communications and development research, and the executive and legislative branches of government. Students may also use their field of specialization as a springboard for graduate and professional studies.

AB Diplomacy and International Relations with specialization in East and Southeast Asian Studies is designed to train students who envision a diplomatic career with the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the United Nations and its agencies and other regional and international organizations. A specialization track in East and Southeast Asian studies equips students with a multidisciplinary understanding of the region's history, culture, language, economic development, politics and business.

Careers: The program provides rigorous training to students who are inclined to take the Foreign Service Exam and enter the diplomatic corps.

Economics is a scientific field of study fit for those who will occupy positions of authority and responsibility in business and public life. It enables the student to have a firm understanding of the workings of the economy: the roles of business and finance, the process of economic development, and the global economic integration of countries, to name a few. The training is rigorous and practical enough to be applied in everyday life.

Graduates of the program enjoy great flexibility in career options. Many have gone into the private business sector as experts in finance (such as securities trading and investment banking) and as project specialists working for prestigious local and multinational companies (such as land development, corporate planning.) The beauty of the program is that it also prepares students for other career options in government service, socially-oriented jobs (such as working for local and international NGOs), and in international development organizations. The program has also benefited many students who have gone on to earn an MBA or enter the law profession. Other graduates have gone on to pursue masteral and doctoral studies in economics in the Philippines and abroad.

The Honors Program in Economics is designed for the select few who can hurdle the rigorous training in economics and quantitative methods that the program provides. It is intended for the student who wants to become a specialist and plans to have a career as a professional economist. In addition to the courses taken in the Standard program, the Honors program requires additional courses in mathematics and statistics and requires more rigorous research tooling students for graduate studies in economics. 

Graduates of the Honors program have gone on to become specialists in business, finance, and the academe. Others enjoy successful careers in government as development specialists and policy makers.

AB European Studies is a multidisciplinary program focusing on the political, economic, social, and cultural institutions of the European Union and its policymaking process. Special focus is given to the European integration process, as well as links between Europe and the Philippines.  Students can specialize in any of the two tracks - International Relations, focusing on the internal and external political dynamics of Europe; and Business and Economics, which does not only concentrates on Europe’s business and economy, but provides students with general skills in business, finance, and accounting.  Students are required to specialize any of the three European languages (Spanish, French or German).

The program gives the students the advantage of first-hand business and cultural exposure of the continent through a study tour, summer internship (local or overseas), study abroad program and service learning courses.

History is the study of the continuity we share with all human experience, past and present. It also makes available to us a range of options as we deal with our present and with the future. Our students learn not only to understand our present society against the background of the past, but also to analyze how this understanding is itself shaped by changing contexts.

Graduates of AB History can enter the fields of education, research, journalism, heritage conservation, tourism, and politics. A comprehensive grasp of history is also a natural first step for students wishing to enter law school or apply for the Foreign Service.

This program is designed to provide a balanced foundation in business and economics. The dual orientation is the strength of the program, as recent events have shown that business survival depends on sound internal management and solid understanding of economic forces.

AB Political Science provides its graduates with a solid background in international relations, comparative politics, political theory, and public management. The program is designed to train students in critical and analytical thinking and leadership. The program is enchanced by an intership program, a Junior Term Abroad program, and service learning course.

Careers: The program provides one the best pre-law preparation programs as well as training for work in government and social development.

The AB program offers opportunities for students to take a variety of electives in humanities, business management, computer science, and other areas.

The Bachelor of Arts Program major in the Social Sciences* is a special program designed to meet the needs of students who are curious, critical, concerned, and practical.  Curious about himself or herself.  Wondering about human relationships and the forces that bind and dissolve whole communities and nations.  Curious about human origins and destinies, about language and communication.  Wondering why people and governments differ, and how they got to be that way.  Wondering what the present and the past can tell a man about the future, in the Philippines and elsewhere. Critical about what he or she reads or hears or sees.  Careful to distinguish what is from what ought to be, and from what others say it is.  Aware of the rules of logic and method, yet honoring the gift of true insight as well.  Able to analyze and weigh the traditional values of one’s own and other cultures and to conclude with a deeper and more conscious respect for both.

Concerned about the Filipinos and all human beings, about this nation’s resources and the world’s.  Anxious to learn how to help solve or mitigate great problems such as social injustice, environmental pollution and destruction, overpopulation, and disease.  Moved by intelligent compassions for the masses. Practical in preparing for jobs with people, about people.  Bringing to his or her job certain skills, a deep and broad understanding of the human condition.  Ready and eager for the in-service training that employers expect to impart.  Or well-prepared for further professional schooling.  For students who are curious, critical, concerned, and practical – and for those who accept this ideal as a worthy one for themselves, A.B. major in Social Sciences may be of service.  It is designed to inform the curious, lend rigor to the critical, guide the concerned, and prepare the practical.

Bachelor of Science

The BS program functions as a training ground for students who want to combine their interests in human behavior and the natural sciences, such as biology, zoology, physics, chemistry, and environmental science. The program may serve as preparation for further studies in medicine.

AB-MA Political Science, Major in Global Politics (Honors Program) is developed for outstanding individuals who are interested in pursuing a master's degree after four years of undergraduate studies in political science. It has a selective intake and thus demands higher standards from its students in preparation for advanced studies in political science in their senior year.

Careers: The program prepares graduates for careers in teaching, research, and development work in local and regional arenas. It also provides solid background for doctoral studies in the Philippines and abroad.

AB Political Science-Masters in Public Management (Honors Program) is a collaboration between the Political Science Department and the Ateneo School of Government (ASoG). Designed as an ABMA program, it targets students who are interested in finishing with a Masters in Public Management (MPM) degree in one year under the auspices of the ASoG. The program is further distinguished by a rigorous internship training.

Department of Communication

The Master of Arts, major in Communication program addresses the needs of three sectors of communication practice: educators and researchers in communication studies, communication planners and policy-makers, and professionals in communication-related industries looking for advancement in their careers.

Offered in both Thesis and Non-Thesis Options, the program grounds students in foundational subjects in communication theory, communication and social change, and qualitative and quantitative research methods while allowing them to pursue a wide array of communication electives in their field of concentration as well as from other graduate programs in the Loyola Schools.

At the completion of their course work, students are required to pass a written and oral comprehensive examination. Students taking the program’s Thesis Option are required to produce and defend a year-long capstone research or project thesis, while those taking the Non- Thesis Option are required to complete additional course work and a one-semester Independent Study with a faculty adviser.

Department of Economics

Established in June 2002, the PhD program provides an opportunity for interested and qualified individuals to complete the highest academic degree in Economics. The program takes advantage of competent faculty in the Department of Economics at the Ateneo de Manila University, as well as the library, computing, and other educational facilities available on-campus. The required training and instruction for the PhD reflects the Department of Economics’ goal of training Filipino economists in the analysis of economic phenomena, equipped with the necessary scientific rigor. Thus, students are required to follow a three to four-year full-time curriculum that emphasizes analytical and quantitative skills. Students ordinarily devote the first two years of studies on course work and preparation for the comprehensive examinations, and begin work on the dissertation in the third or fourth year of studies.

ACCELERATED PROGRAM: The program is for students who only have an AB or BS degree. Students are required to complete at least 72 units of course work, of which 36 are core courses. The remaining 36 units are elective and cognate courses, workshops, and dissertation research and writing. The student obtains the MA degree (no-thesis) in economics after completing at least 36 units of course work.

Any undergraduate major will be acceptable, provided the applicant has taken at least one semester each of calculus, statistics, intermediate microeconomics, and intermediate macroeconomics. The applicant must have an overall undergraduate average of 3.0 (out of a maximum of 4.0) or the equivalent grade.

REGULAR PROGRAM: The program is for students who already have the MA degree in Economics. Students in this program must complete at least 51 units of course work, of which 21 units are required courses. The remaining 30 units are elective and cognate courses, workshops, and dissertation research and writing. 

An applicant must have completed the MA in Economics degree from Ateneo de Manila University or the equivalent degree from another university. Students who do not have sufficient background for doctoral level courses may be required to enroll in MA level courses in addition to the PhD required courses. Students transferring from doctoral programs in other universities may apply, subject to fulfilment of eligibility requirements. The program can credit a maximum of twelve units toward the requirements of the PhD.

The Department tries to maintain a student-to-faculty ratio of 1:2 or 1:1 to ensure the quality of instruction and student supervision. The Department of Economics accepts qualified applicants for the first semester (August) entry only. Prospective PhD students will normally enroll as full-time students.

Established in 1952, the MA program allows professionals the opportunity to pursue quality graduate education in economics. Classes are scheduled on weekday evenings and Saturdays. It is possible to pursue the MA program on a part-time basis. 

Students in the MA program have to complete at least 36 graduate units, of which 24 are required courses at the 200-level. The remaining 12 units are devoted to the student’s area of specialization and the thesis or research paper.

THESIS TRACK: This track is geared toward academics and professional researchers who are interested in the applications of quantitative methods in academic and research work. A student in the thesis track has to complete six units of electives and six units for thesis. The program culminates in the student’s oral defense of the MA thesis.

NO-THESIS TRACK: This track is designed for professionals who desire a stronger foundation in economic analysis as part of their own professional growth. A student in the no-thesis track has to complete 12 units of electives. The student submits an approved research paper instead of the thesis.

To apply for admission, an applicant must have a bachelor’s degree. Any undergraduate major will be acceptable, provided the applicant has taken at least one semester each of calculus, statistics, intermediate microeconomics, and macroeconomics. The applicant must have an overall undergraduate average of 3.0 (out of a maximum of 4.0) or the equivalent grade.

The Department of Economics accepts applicants for the first semester (August) entry only.

THESIS TRACK:  This track is geared toward academics and professional researchers who are interested in the applications of quantitative methods in academic and research work. A student in the thesis track has to complete six units of electives and six units for thesis. The program culminates in the student’s oral defense of the MA thesis.

NO-THESIS TRACK:  This track is designed for professionals who desire a stronger foundation in economic analysis as part of their own professional growth. A student in the no-thesis track has to complete 12 units of electives. The student submits an approved research paper instead of the thesis.

Department of History

The program exposes students to the scholarship and research techniques of history. It also provides flexibility for professionals in different occupations to earn a master’s degree in History. The two program tracks are: Option I (Thesis) and Option II (Non-Thesis).

Japanese Studies Program

This graduate degree program is designed to provide a broad understanding of the Japanese people, their culture, historical development, and contemporary problems.

The program was developed to interact with discipline-based programs of the graduate school, namely: Sociology, Economics, Political Science, and History. It has the following objectives: • to contribute to the deepening of academic knowledge about Japan; • to provide a flow of specialists on Japan with a high level of practical and intellectual competence needed in the diplomatic service, public service, government, media and education; • to form specialists on Japan who can address the growing economic, political, and strategic importance of the Asia-Pacific region; and • to create an original and substantial academic tradition of Japanese Studies in the country.

Department of Political Science

The Master of Arts in European Studies – Comparative Regional Relations of Asia and Europe (thesis track) and the Master in European Studies – Comparative Regional Relations of Asia and Europe (non-thesis track) both consist of 36 units that provide students with a specialization in Comparative Regional Relations of Asia and Europe. These programs are interdisciplinary in character as they give particular importance to the European Union (EU) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) regions, the former because of the sophistication of its integration and the latter because of its significance to the Philippines. Students of the program are expected to be able to engage in the field of regional integration in areas of international public policy, economics, culture and society. Students will also be able to engage in the fields of trade, governance, the academe and civil society.

The Master of Arts in Political Science provides students with rigorous training in the theoretical perspectives and empirical methods in the discipline while orienting their studies toward Global Politics. While maintaining a perspective that does not draw a dichotomy between "internal" and "external" politics, the program allows students to specialize in the field of International Relations or Comparative Politics. The MA program is designed to qualify individuals to perform the teaching, research, and service responsibilities expected in colleges and universities, and the analytical skills for professional careers in both the public and private sectors. The program also prepares students for further studies leading to a doctoral degree.

The program consists of a total of 30 and 36 academic units for the thesis and the non-thesis tracks, respectively, and can be completed within four semesters and one summer by a full-time student.  Students in the Thesis track are required to finish 24 units of coursework and six units of thesis. Students who choose the Non-thesis track are required to complete a total of 36 units of coursework, 12 units of which are taken in lieu of a single master’s thesis. 

For both tracks, a comprehensive written examination is required. This is taken upon the completion of 12 units of required courses in the thesis track and after 12 units of required courses and at least 6 units of field of concentration courses in the non-thesis track.

Dual Degree Programme with The University for Peace is a program that allows students to consider obtaining more than one degree by studying in the Ateneo and its partner university, the United Nations-mandated, University for Peace (Costa Rica). The program allows students to deepen their knowledge in the nuances of the globalizing world through the Ateneo M.A. in Political Science, Major in Global Politics program and at the same time receive specialized training and international exposure in peace studies and conflict resolution through the M.A. programmes (Environment Development and Peace; Gender and Peace Building; International Peace studies; International Law and Human Rights, among others) of the University for Peace. It also provides scholarship opportunities for interested applicants through the Asian Peacebuilders Scholarship (APS) program, with the support from The Nippon Foundation.

Careers: The program provides advanced training for careers in peace and development work, conflict resolution, the academe, international organizations, government.

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Department of Psychology

The PhD in Leadership Studies, major in Organization Development is a program designed to develop scientist-practitioners who can build knowledge, theory, and practice on Asian and Philippine leadership and organization development. More specifically, by the end of this degree program, learners will be able to: 1. Critically evaluate existing theories and practices of leadership and organization development in the context of culture. 2. Build knowledge on leadership and organization development practice based on cultural context. 3. Reflect on their own experiences, and improve their self-understanding. 4. Apply leadership theory and practice towards building and transforming community, institution, and nation.

The primary market of this program are human resource management (HR) or organization development (OD) practitioners and faculty who wish to teach human resource management, industrial-organizational psychology, organization development, or related fields. Other possible students are leaders or consultants from business management, academe, nonprofit and nongovernment organizations, and public governance who wish to deepen their theoretical grounding and contribute to knowledge building on organization transformation.

The PhD in Clinical Psychology program is primarily a clinical research program, the goal of which is to form psychology scholars who can contribute to building knowledge in Clinical Psychology. The program is intended for academics, teachers and researchers who wish to hone their skills in clinical psychology research. 

An MA in psychology or a graduate degree is required for admission into the PhD in Psychology program. If from an MA non-thesis program, the applicant must show evidence of research competence (papers generated during coursework). They need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test, Critical Thinking test and MMPI test. Applicants also need to submit a Statement of Research Interest and identify a preferred mentor who will interview them before they are accepted into the program.

The PhD in Psychology program is a research program, the goal of which is to form psychology scholars who can contribute to building knowledge in Psychology. The program is intended for academics, teachers and researchers who wish to hone their skills in research. 

An MA in Psychology or a graduate degree is required for admission into the PhD in Psychology program. The applicant must have an MA in Social, Organizational or Developmental Psychology. If from an MA non-thesis program, the applicant must show evidence of research competence (papers generated during coursework). They need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test, Critical Thinking test and MMPI test. Applicants also need to submit a Statement of Research Interest and identify a preferred mentor who will interview them before they are accepted into the program.

The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology program is a research program, the goal of which is to form counseling psychologists who can contribute to building knowledge in Counseling Psychology. The program is intended for academics, teachers and researchers who wish to hone their skills in counseling psychology teaching and research. 

Applicants need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test, submit a Statement of Research Interest and identify a preferred mentor who will interview them before they are accepted into the program. A one year work experience is required before admission into the program.

The Master in Counseling Psychology program is a practice program. The goal of which is to form counseling psychologists who can competently deliver psychological services in the form of assessment, intervention and evaluation. The program is intended for those who wish to become counselors, school psychologists, industrial counselors and/or those who will handle psychological assessment in various settings.

Applicants need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test, MMPI test and undergo an interview. A one-year work experience is required before admission into the program. 

The Master of Arts in Developmental Psychology program is a research program, the goal of which is to form developmental psychologists who can contribute to building knowledge in Developmental psychology. The program is intended for academics, teachers and researchers who wish to hone their skills in developmental psychology teaching and research. 

Applicants need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test, submit a Statement of Research Interest and identify, a preferred mentor who will interview them before they are accepted into the program.

The Master in Developmental Psychology program is a practice program, the goal of which is to form developmental psychologists who can contribute to and conduct applications of Developmental Psychology with youth and families especially in school or community settings. The program is intended for developmental psychology specialists, school psychologists, early childhood educators, social development workers in child-focused non-profit organizations. 

Applicants need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test and undergo an interview.

The Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology program is a research program, the goal of which is to form organizational psychologists who can contribute to building knowledge in Organizational Psychology. The program is intended for academics, teachers and researchers who wish to hone their skills in organizational psychology teaching and research. 

Applicants need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test, submit a Statement of Research Interest and identify a preferred mentor who will interview them before they are accepted into the program. One-year work experience is required before admission into the program.

The Master in Organizational Psychology program is primarily a practice program, the goal of which is to form organizational psychologists who can contribute to the practice. The program is intended for those who wish to become human resource management and organization development practitioners or consultants. 

Applicants need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test and undergo an interview. A one-year work experience is required before admission into the program. 

The Master of Arts in Social Psychology program is a research program, the goal of which is to form organizational psychologists who can contribute to building knowledge in Social Psychology. The program is intended for academics, teachers and researchers who wish to hone their skills in social psychology teaching and research. 

Applicants need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test and submit a Statement of Research Interest and identify a preferred mentor who will interview them before they are accepted into the program.

The Master in Social Psychology program is primarily a practice program, the goal of which is to form social psychologists who can contribute to the practice. The program is intended for those who wish to go into social development work. 

Applicants need to take the Ateneo Graduate admission test and undergo an interview

Department of Sociology and Anthropology

The Ph.D. in Sociology degree program provides interested and qualified individuals a program of studies that will enable them to receive the highest academic degree in general sociology. The training required also reflects the Department’s goal of providing students with the highest level of skills for analyzing social phenomena with scientific rigor, for assessing ideologies of social reform, for comprehending various perspectives on social change, and for crafting program designs to enhance people’s welfare.

The Master in Applied Sociology and Anthropology (MASA), a non-thesis program, responds to a need often expressed for Social Science professionals who are able to apply knowledge and skills from Sociology and Anthropology to practical problems. The program is for teachers and development professionals who wish to gain practical knowledge and skills in Sociology and Anthropology without having to go through the rigorous preparations required of those intending to pursue a doctoral degree.

The Master of Arts, major in Anthropology provides students with a grounding in the theories and methods of anthropology, with an opportunity to specialize in such areas as cultural change and ethnology, and in more focused areas such as social and cultural anthropology.

The Master of Arts, major in Sociology gives students a grounding in the theories and methods of sociology, with an opportunity to specialize in areas such as social change, social problems, and social organization, and in more focused areas as urban structures, gender relations, social inequality, globalization, and interpretative sociology.

The Master of Science in Social Development, an applied Social Science program, gives students the practical, analytical, and theoretical tools to engage in social development research, policy-making, and action upon completion of their studies.

School of Science and Engineering

There are 2 available tracks in the Applied Physics program: B.S. Applied Physics(Instrumentation Track) and B.S. Applied Physics (Materials Track). Both tracks are 5-year programs aiming to develop among students a detailed understanding of some of the most important concepts in physics as well as train them in applying physics concepts to solving realistic and practical problems. The Instrumentation Track is for those students who plan to design and build their own instruments while the Materials Track is for those who wish to develop novel materials with specific and desired qualities. Both programs require the submission and successful defense of a research thesis during the fifth year.

The Applied Physics - Instrumentation Track is  a 5-year program aiming to develop among students a detailed understanding of some of the most important concepts in physics as well as train them in applying physics concepts to solving realistic and practical problems. The Instrumentation Track is for those students who plan to design and build their own instruments. It requires the submission and successful defense of a research thesis during the fifth year.

The  Applied Physics (Materials Track) is a  5-year program aiming to develop among students a detailed understanding of some of the most important concepts in physics as well as train them in applying physics concepts to solving realistic and practical problems. The Materials Track is for those who wish to develop novel materials with specific and desired qualities. The program requires the submission and successful defense of a research thesis during the fifth year.

BS Biology is a 5-year undergraduate honors program that provides a holistic and rigorous approach to the biological sciences. The curriculum covers the most essential concepts, principles, and theories of biology across a diverse range of disciplines through innovative lecture and laboratory courses. The program offers its students both the Thesis and Practicum options, the latter of which would allow them to do laboratory or field research work in an affiliated institution. The Junior Term Abroad (JTA) Program is also now available to BS Biology majors, with affiliates in Asia, America, and Europe prepared to accommodate the students in their laboratories. The BS Biology program provides the most comprehensive preparation for further education, including medical studies; virtually 100% of our medically inclined graduates have enrolled in one of the top medical schools in the country and even abroad. Graduate research programs are also a common option for our majors. Our alumni are enjoying success in their respective fields, be it in medicine, research, industry, or the academe.

The four-year B.S. Chemistry program provides students with a very strong foundation that gives them opportunities to work as chemists in industry or research, to pursue an academic career, or to move into other areas such as business and engineering. The curriculum puts emphasis on fundamental principles of chemistry, modern chemical instrumentation, and a strong hands-on component. Because laboratory work is done individually under the supervision of highly qualified faculty and using state-of-the-art facilities, each student develops a high level of competence and confidence. Graduates are eligible to take the Chemist Licensure Examinations. Most graduates of the program have found careers in industry, inevitably moving into positions of leadership. Those who opted for academic careers successfully finish their graduate degrees from prestigious universities abroad. There are also those who chose to become entrepreneurs, and have succeeded in their businesses.

Outstanding students in the B.S. Chemistry program may choose to move into the integrated B.S./M.S. Chemistry program starting their junior year. Students in this program receive a B.S. Chemistry after four years and complete their M.S. after an additional year. This program features advanced coursework and emphasizes independent research in a streamlined study program. It is designed for students who are interested to do graduate studies in Chemistry, and allows graduates to immediately pursue doctoral studies at institutions that require a master’s degree for admission.

A 4-year program that prepares the student for careers in industrial manufacturing firms, research and development, product development, postgraduate work and research in science, and others; the program culminates in a thesis research project.

This 5-year engineering program prepares students to become quality engineers in information technology and computer applications. Graduates will have good communication and analytical skills gained from mathematics, science, engineering, and elective courses offered by the department. The department puts special emphasis in the field of microelectronics and its application in the rapidly evolving field of digital systems. The hands-on and integrative approach aims to train students to become leaders in enterprises dealing with digital technologies.

The BS in Computer Science Program (BS CS) provides a rigorous foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of computing. Core computer science courses provide the students with an intensive background in writing complex software systems and in the design and interconnection of computers. Electives are available from various areas in computer science – including multimedia, MIS and software engineering, networks and wireless systems, web-based systems, computer engineering, and computational science. These are designed so that the students can either take courses from several areas or specialize in a particular area.   Students are provided extensive access to state-of-the-art facilities, including Windows and Linux-based PCs and servers with high speed connectivity to the Internet, a campus-wide wireless network that allows access to the Internet from laptops and PDAs, and the latest in software from Microsoft, Sun (Java), Oracle, Adobe, Macromedia, and other leading software companies.   Throughout the four years of study, the students are constantly expected to innovate and to contribute to technology. Thus, graduates of the program can expect to be well prepared for graduate studies abroad or to become the systems designers and network administrators of software development firms and MIS/ICT departments of corporations.

This 5-year program aims to train licensed engineers who have a competent grasp of both the science and technology of modern electronics and telecommunications. It is expected that these professionals will not only be applications experts but also creative innovators in this field.

The program is global in its outlook, with teaching and training extending beyond the classroom. The student curriculum incorporates exposure to industry and on-the-job training that will enhance the students' professional preparation. The industry commitment and linkage programs provide an excellent environment for research, innovation and technology development.

The BS Environmental Science (BS ES) curriculum combines the empirical focus of the natural sciences with the pro-active methodologies of management and the social sciences. It provides a broad disciplinary foundation needed to address many of today’s complex environmental problems.

Designed for future health professionals and physicians aspiring to continue their training in medical education, particularly at the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health (ASMPH), the program of study requires a total of 162 academic units. The Core Curriculum provides a foundation for using the multi-disciplinary approach in the study of health while relevant course offerings in Social Sciences and Management further deepen this approach. The courses have been arranged in a sequential manner to enable the students to acquire the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values necessary for them to become outstanding health care professionals, dynamic manager, and decisive social catalysts.

BS Life Sciences is a 4-year undergraduate honors program that provides more specialized training in the biological sciences. Majors choose from among Specializations, namely: 1) Biomedical Science, 2) Ecology and Systematics, 3) Microbiology, and 4) Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. These being the research areas of the Department, the majors are given rigorous training through innovative lecture and laboratory courses and through the undergraduate Thesis. The Junior Term Abroad (JTA) Program is also now available to BS Life Sciences majors, with affiliates in Asia, America, and Europe prepared to accommodate the students in their laboratories. The specialization of the BS Life Sciences majors allows them to excel in particular biological fields and prepares them for careers in these disciplines. The program produces the best researchers, practitioners, and educators with interests in medicine, biodiversity and conservation, microbiology, and molecular biology.

The BS in Management Information Systems (BS MIS) program is designed to produce future Chief Information Officers (CIOs) – professionals who can harness information technology to meet business objectives. A joint offering of the Department of Information Systems and Computer Science (DISCS) and the John Gokongwei School of Management, students in this program enroll in computer science courses, management engineering courses, and core MIS network courses, and are provided with access to the latest in software, hardware, and network technologies. The program promotes MIS as a field and as a career, discusses the tools necessary for the profession, and provides in-depth analyses of the issues surrounding MIS operations.   BS MIS caters to students who are interested in the application of computers to business organizations and to students who wish to pursue a management course with extensive exposure to computing. Graduates from the program find immediate employment as system analysts, project managers, applications programmers, and information technology support personnel in local as well as in multinational corporations.

The BS Mathematics program is designed to give the mathematics major a competitive edge in our society by providing a solid foundation in pure mathematics complemented by extensive exposure to the applications of mathematics in the areas of statistics, operation research, and actuarial science. The program sharpens the students’ analytic ability and develops certain distinctive habits of mind that have produced leaders in education, the insurance industry, the computer industry, banking and finance, and in the practice of law. Students of outstanding ability are invited by the Mathematics Department to join the Honors Program in their junior or senior year. There are also opportunities for participating in the research projects of the faculty.

This is a 5-year program for students interested in acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills to do research in either theoretical or experimental physics. The aim is for students to gain a more in-depth familiarity with some of the most important concepts in physics and also develop skills in performing physics experiments. The program requires a submission and successful defense of a research thesis during the fifth year. The thesis can either be in theoretical or experimental physics.

Double Degree

• BS Applied Physics-BS Applied Computer Systems

This is a 5-year double-major program where at the end of the fifth year the student will receive a B.S Applied Physics degree and a B.S. Materials Science and Engineering degree. The program integrates knowledge and tools from chemistry and physics with principles from engineering to design, fabricate, and characterize improved and novel materials. Because it is a double major program, it requires the submission and successful defense of 2 research theses: one for the applied physics degree and another for the materials science and engineering degree.

New materials and devices with special properties will be in demand for the technologies of the 21st century. Materials Science and Engineering answers this need by integrating the knowledge and tools of chemistry and physics with engineering principles to design, fabricate and characterize improved and novel materials such as polymers, biodegradable plastics, biocompatible materials; ceramics, metals, and composites for stronger structural materials; semi-conductors for more efficient electronic devices; longer-lasting paints, coatings and corrosion resistant materials; and many others. This recently-introduced program is a five-year dual-major program where the students obtain a B.S. Chemistry after four years and a B.S. Materials Science and Engineering (BS MSE) after the fifth year. The B.S. Chemistry program combines a strong foundation in chemistry with a focus on materials through specialized electives. The combined five-year program provides competencies for careers in industry, especially in the areas of semiconductors, plastics, rubber, paints and resins, ceramics, textiles, food, or even cosmetics. Graduates are eligible to take the Chemist Licensure Examinations.

The BS Computer Science - BS Digital Game Design and Development (BS CS-DGDD) is a dual degree five-year program that will award students with a BS Computer Science degree upon completion of their fourth year and BS Digital Game Design and Development after their fifth. The program aims to produce highly skilled game designers and developers who are capable of creating games for diverse purposes. Similar to other dual degree programs, the students are required to take a foundational degree before pursuing the specialized major of the program. In the last two years, the students will take a sequence of five inter depended subjects tailored to serve as the foundation for the DGDD degree. These include Introduction to the Design and Development of Computer Games, Basic Graphic Design, Computer Graphics Programming, Linear Algebra for Digital Game Design and Development, Computational Geometry, Advanced Computer Graphics Theory and Programming. At the end of the program, the students are expected to conceptualize and create a full-fledged video game.

The programs combine our existing undergraduate programs (BS Computer Science and BS Management Information Systems) with our graduate program (MS Computer Science). No revisions in either curriculum have been made and there are no credit overlaps between two degrees. The undergraduate degree will be awarded at the end of the student’s fourth year, while the graduate degree will be awarded at the end of the fifth year. In essence, the undergraduate students under the BS-MS program will take graduate courses during their senior year, so that a student can realistically complete his/her master’s degree after an additional one year and two summers. Some rearrangements have been made on the scheduling of courses during the fourth year to accommodate graduate courses, in particular.

The BSCS-MSCS and BSMIS-MSCS five year programs would be beneficial for the students who originally wished to pursue their Masters of Science in Computer Science degree after finishing their Bachelor’s degree. The 5-year programs provide students with the opportunity to earn their Master of Science degree in 5 years along with their respective Bachelor’s degree in either Computer Science or Management Information Systems. In contrast, enrolling in the graduate program after their respective 4-year college courses would allow them to finish their MSCS in approximately 6-7 years from their college freshman year. The 5-year program significantly cuts down the number of years for them to obtain the MS degree in Computer Science.

Mathematical Finance is a flourishing area of modern science, which has rapidly developed into a substantial body of knowledge. The theory of finance has become increasingly mathematical to the point that problems in finance are now driving research in mathematics. Students of the five-year program will graduate with a BS Applied Mathematics Major in Mathematical Finance  at the end of the fourth year and a Master of Applied Mathematics Major in Mathematical Finance at the end of the fifth year. The content and curriculum for the program have been worked out jointly with leading practitioners in the field to ensure relevance of the program. The program aims to produce graduates with rigorous foundation in mathematical modeling and economics of financial markets combined with keen knowledge of business practices that will enable them to enter competitively the pool of potential employees of investment banks and other financial institutions. Graduates can also pursue a higher research degree in mathematical finance.

This ladder undergraduate/graduate program aims to (i) allow students to complete both the corresponding undergraduate and graduate degrees within a period of 5 years of continuous study; (ii) cater to students who seek to "fast track" to a Master's degree as prerequisite for a doctorate degree, or for preparation and advancement in industrial settings that require research in the professional practice of chemistry.

Department of Biology

The Ph.D. Biology is an advanced graduate biology program that focuses on modern advances in the different branches of Biology. The program covers the pertinent aspects of biology across organization levels (genetic, species, and ecosystem) with an optional track course in biodiversity. It entails a comprehensive study of the field through the allied disciplines in the life sciences: genetics and molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, taxonomy and systematics, evolution and ecology, among others. Most courses in the program are research-oriented and some have a service-learning component. The main goal of the program is to form responsible, critical, and independent-thinking leaders who are dedicated to serving the environment and society through their knowledge and practical research skills and innovations in biology.

The Ph.D. Biology program aims to: 1. provide the premier training in biology and the allied disciplines in the life sciences in the country; 2. initiate and further the growth of biological research in the country; and 3. produce professionals and leaders in research, academe, government, private industry and non-government organizations with a strong lgnatian ideal of being of service to others.

Graduates of the Master of Science in Biology (M.Sc. Biology) are qualified to apply in the PhD Biology (Regular Program). Master of Biology (M.Bio.) (non-thesis) graduates may also qualify upon fulfilment of conditions set by the Biology Department Graduate Programs Committee (i.e. research publications, or M.Bio. special project converted to a publishable output and submitted to a journal, etc.). Non-biology M.S. degree holders may also qualify but may be required to take Biology bridging courses to be admitted to the program.

Graduates of the B.S. Biology and B.S. Life Sciences program with honors are qualified to apply for admission to the PhD in Biology (Straight Program). However, they are required to compete an 18-unit graduate coursework (i.e. 15 units Biology core courses and three (3) units of any course from the list of specialty elective courses). Formal acceptance to the program is possible after passing the qualifying exams. (Note: Students who fail in the qualifying exams may opt to pursue a M.Sc. Biology or an M Biology degree.)

M.Sc. in Biology students who have completed the 15-unit Biology Core Courses + a 3-unit elective course with very good academic standing (i.e. with a grade point average of 90%, or A-) may also apply to shift to the PhD Biology (Straight Program).

The Master of Science in Biology is a research-oriented degree that aims to prepare students for teaching and research, and for work in industry and government agencies that require expertise in the field of biology.

The Master of Science in Science Education program aims to better prepare in-service science teachers to teach science in an interdisciplinary manner, as prescribed in the new science curriculum. It aims to provide science teachers a solid foundation across four sciences, Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, to help them cope with the demands of an integrated spiraling curriculum. The program likewise aims to enhance their skills in facilitation, classroom management, and performance assessment.

The MS Science Education program was designed 1. to provide a formal graduate degree program that can retrain in-service science teachers and upgrade the skills of new graduates who wish to teach science in the primary and secondary educational levels adopting the spiral progression approach; 2. to assist science teachers so that they can meet the content and performance standards of the new science curriculum in the K + 12 basic education program; 3. to offer relevant courses that can help teachers acquire the depth of knowledge, the appropriate educational tools and enhanced teaching skills to effectively approach science education in an integrated and interdisciplinary manner.

The thesis is envisioned to be a research on science education, or equivalently, a collection of three papers in content, experimental design, and policy/current issues.

The Master in Science Education is a non-thesis option to the Master of Science in Science Education program. The Master in Science Education program will be offered to accommodate special agreements entered into by the University with government or private scholarship funding organizations.

Department of Chemistry

The PhD Chemistry (Standard Program) aims to (i) train students to conduct independent research and have a broad basic knowledge of all disciplines of chemistry and a more comprehensive knowledge in one specific field, and (ii) cater to students with an MS Chemistry degree or its equivalent. This program also provides flexibility with regards to the student’s background, experience, and interests.

In order to be admitted into the program, the pre-requisite is an MS Chemistry degree or its equivalent in an allied discipline, obtained from a recognized institution of higher learning. These allied fields may include Agricultural Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Food Science, Geochemistry, Material Science, Molecular Biology/Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Science, and Physics. 

The PhD Chemistry (Standard Program) requires 34 units, broken down as follows: required courses (6 units), electives (12 units), and a PhD dissertation (16 units). Additional requirements include language proficiency, cumulative and comprehensive examinations, a research proposal, and publications of research work.

This is a non-thesis coursework-based master’s program which aims to (i) provide a strong theoretical and practical foundation in advanced chemistry, without the typical emphasis on research leading to the publication of a thesis; and (ii) cater to students who seek a graduate degree for career or position advancement, increased competence in teaching or industrial settings, or other purposes related to the professional practice of chemistry.

Undergraduate pre-requisite is a BS Chemistry degree or its equivalent obtained from a recognized institution of higher learning.

The Master of Chemistry program requires 35 units, broken down as follows: required courses (17 units), electives (15 units) and a master’s project (3 units). In addition, the student is required to pass the comprehensive examinations.

This is a research-based master’s program aiming to (i) provide a strong foundation in advanced chemistry and a high degree of competence in original research; and (ii) cater to students who seek a master’s degree as pre-requisite for a Doctorate degree in order to increase competency in teaching and research at the tertiary level, or preparation and advancement in industrial settings that require research in the professional practice of chemistry.

The MS Chemistry program requires 32 units, broken down as follows: required courses (20 units), electives (6 units), and MS Thesis (6 units).

The MS in Chemistry Education is aimed at meeting the need for giving content courses to teachers of chemistry in colleges and high schools in the country. It is designed: 1. to promote independent, student-centered learning; 2. to make the independent work relevant to the needs of the students; and 3. to facilitate timely completion of the program.

The program consists of 32 units; 26 units are academic courses largely based in the Department of Chemistry, with possible electives from the Departments of Education, Psychology, or other science departments while the remaining 6 units are allotted to either a thesis or a two school- term project.

Students who opt for the Thesis may concentrate on research in basic or applied Chemistry or scholarly work in the area of Chemistry Education. On the other hand, students who choose the Project Track can do two term papers (related or different) on innovations in the teaching of Chemistry, studies on chemical instrumentation and applications, and related areas. The Project Track is especially suitable for practicing teachers.

The undergraduate prerequisite for the program is a BS in any natural or physical science. Education graduates with strong specialization in the sciences, especially in Chemistry, may also be considered for admission.

Department of Information Systems and Computer Science

MIMAT from Ateneo de Manila is a professional degree that provides foundation courses for design and innovation and a range of electives to pursue specific areas of interest. It has a six-unit credit capstone referred to as an ‘Innovation Project’ which requires an artifact as an output, a written report and an oral presentation.

The broad goal of the data science program is to develop students capable of deriving insight from large datasets using statistical and computational methods. On completing the program, students will be able to: (1) model and analyze data from a variety of domains, ranging from Internet social networks and applications to natural language and sensor data, (2) apply a variety of data mining techniques for modeling datasets, handling incomplete and erroneous data, and automatically predicting and classifying elements in a dataset, and (3) select and apply big data processing and cloud computing techniques to address to scalability challenges of very large datasets.

MSIMAT from Ateneo de Manila is a research-oriented degree that provides foundation courses for design and innovation and a range of electives to pursue specific areas of interest. It has a six-unit credit capstone referred to as a thesis which requires an artifact as an output, a written report and an oral presentation.  The student must likewise prepare a manuscript of his/her thesis work that is ready for submission to a reputable national or international journal or conference.

MIMAT from Ateneo de Manila is a professional degree that provides foundation courses for design and innovation and a range of electives to pursue specific areas of interest. It has a six-unit credit capstone referred to as an ‘Innovation Project’ which requires an artifact as an output, a written report and an oral presentation.

The PhD in Computer Science program is directed at highly competent students who intend to pursue careers in research and education. The program enables students to master advanced computer science theory and applications, undertake independent research that contributes to the body of knowledge, and convey expertise to younger generations of computer scientists.

The Master in Information Technology (MIT) is a non-thesis terminal program directed at information technology (IT) educators who need to upgrade their knowledge and skills. It is a content course, as opposed to an education course. It provides educators with increased training in core computer concepts, theories, and technology.

The program leading to a Master of Science degree in Computer Science is research-oriented and requires full-time study. The program curriculum consists of a set of major courses and electives that provide the specialization within the program. Toward the end of the program, students submit a thesis on a selected topic.

The dual degree programs in Data Science and Innovation through Media Arts Technology (IMAT) are jointly developed and delivered by Ateneo de Manila University and Queen Mary University of London. Students spend up to four months in London and obtain a degree from each university.  These programs are part of the Joint Development of Niche Programs (JDNP) by the British Council and the Commission of Higher Education (CHED).  

Department of Electronics, Computer, and Communications Engineering

The Master of Science in Electronics Engineering is a Research MS degree program that is structured to encourage innovative research in emerging areas of modern telecommunications, signal processing, and instrumentation. The course work is designed to this end, with six courses required for the three technical tracks in Microelectronics, Communications, and Instrumentation and Control and a flexible structure for adapting the program of study to successful research and thesis completion in a chosen area. The thesis required of all students must demonstrate innovative contributions to the technical community and mastery of a portfolio of projects as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and presentations.

Department of Environmental Science

The Doctor of Philosophy in Biology is an advanced graduate biology program that forcuses on modern advances in the different branches of Biology. The program covers the pertinent aspects of biology across organization levels (genetic, species, and ecosystem) with an optional track course in biodiversity. It entails a comprehensive study of the field though the allied disciplines in the life sciences: genetcis and molecular ecology, among others. Most courses in the program are research-oriented and some have service-learning component. The main goal of the program is to form responsible, critical, and independent-thinking leaders who are dedicated to serving the environment and society through their knowledge and practical research skills and innovations in biology.

The  Master in Disaster Risk and Resilience (MDRR)  is designed to advance interdisciplinary and trans-disciplinary approaches to addressing risk and building resilience. The program integrates theory, methods and skills in both the physical and social sciences into a problem-focused and solutions-driven program that employs the systems thinking lens of analysis. This programs aims to produce leaders, manager and professionals who can build capacities in disaster risk and resilience in their respective sectors and be able to work in collaborative decision-making platforms.

During the last decade of the 20th century, a new development objective, termed “Sustainable Development,” was introduced. Governments and international agencies have now embraced this new concept of development, and also require that industry do the same. One of the key components of a sustainable development objective is environmental management. Environmental Management encompasses a broad range of sectors ranging from business, industry and finance, to national and local governments. There is an urgent need to train or retrain managers and leaders in these various sectors in EM.

The Master in Environmental Management aims to respond to the needs of environmental management professionals from all sectors; to equip students with the basic concepts in Environmental Science and Engineering needed to undertake Environmental Management; to provide students with the essential background in Environmental Economics, Ethics, Law, and Policy; and to provide students with a wide array of courses covering various environmental management principles and practices.

This Master’s program is conceptualized and prepared through the efforts of the faculty of the Ateneo de Manila University with inputs from the Philippine Business for the Environment and the Ateneo School of Government. Moreover, the Environmental Management electives are meant to allow students to pursue a topic of interest and relevance to their line of work. As a culminating activity, students shall accomplish a Master’s Project.

The program is open to students who hold a Bachelor’s degree in any allied field. New students are admitted every First Semester.

The Master of Science in Environmental Science Program is designed to train graduate students and working professionals who hold careers in the environmental field. The curriculum ranges from basic scientific and technical courses in Environmental Science to more in-depth studies of specific environmental compartments like soil, water, air, and biota. It also incorporates courses in the social sciences such as law and policy, ethics, culture, and economics for a more holistic understanding of environmental problems. It provides students with advanced knowledge in resource conservation and pollution management; equips researchers with technical skills in identifying, analyzing, and developing innovative solutions to environmental problems; and links environmental research to policy, economic, and/or social issues. A master’s thesis will culminate the program of the student.

Department of Mathematics

The program is intended for individuals who have special interest in doing research in mathematics. Possible areas of specialization include Combinatorics and Graph Theory, Design Theory, Coding Theory, Financial Mathematics, Real Analysis, Stochastic Analysis and Computing.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from a college of good standing and a master’s degree in mathematics from a reputable university. Their performance in both undergraduate and graduate mathematics must be satisfactory.

The Ateneo de Manila University School of Science and Engineering views the need to develop true researchers of mathematics education in order to respond to the many challenges of teaching and learning mathematics in the country. By offering a research-based PhD program in mathematics education, the department will be able to build a core of grounded scholars who are immersed in the real problems of teaching and learning mathematics and committed to generating solutions, new knowledge, and ideas to make mathematics teaching and learning more meaningful and productive.

The program is designed to provide students with needed knowledge and skills for them to be able to: 1. Educate school teachers and graduate students of mathematics education; 2. Produce new knowledge by engaging in rigorous and meaningful research in mathematics education; 3. Form and shape theories of mathematics education that are purposeful to the Philippine and East Asian contexts; 4. Assume leadership roles in the field of mathematics education through the utilization of knowledge acquired from research and field experiences in mathematics education.

This program is organized to enable students to learn the needed theories in mathematics education as well as research methodologies through rigorous courses and keen supervision by the mathematics education faculty of the department and mentors from allied departments in the Loyola Schools' The PhD in Mathematics Education degree will be awarded to students who have: 1. Shown competence in articulating and utilizing the theories and methodologies of mathematics education; 2. Completed a significant body of research that demonstrates an internalization of the major theories in mathematics education; 3. Engaged in important discussions or forums that address problems and challenges in the teaching and learning of mathematics relevant to the Philippine or East Asian context; 4. Demonstrated leadership abilities in curriculum development, instructional innovation and research in mathematics education.

The program may be completed in 3 years when taken full time. Seven years is the maximum number of years for completion.

Applicants to this program should have finished a master’s degree in any of the following fields: mathematics education, mathematics, psychology, or socio-anthropology. Applicants to this program should be willing to take the prerequisite courses as deemed necessary by the PhD program director. It is preferable that applicants to this program have minimum teaching experience totaling two (2) years.

Admission into the program will be in time for the intersession period. The application period is from March to April of each calendar year. If the applicant needs to take prerequisite courses, s/he may begin to do so in the months of June-July, provided that courses are offered.

This degree program is primarily intended for upper elementary and high school mathematics teachers who want to improve their teaching skills and capacity for research by increasing their knowledge of mathematics content and pedagogy. This program is also open to graduates who are intent in pursuing a career in mathematics education at the upper elementary or high school level. 

Specifically, the program aims to:  1. Upgrade the teaching capability of mathematics teachers at the high school and upper elementary levels; 2. Develop mathematics teachers’ skill in solving problems that relate to mathematics instruction, curriculum, and assessment at the high school and upper elementary levels; 3. Provide opportunities for mathematics teachers to engage in research activities and develop the skills needed to carry out research in mathematics education

Applicants to the program should satisfy the following:  1. a baccalaureate degree whose major of study is Mathematics or allied courses, such as Physics, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, Education (to be evaluated); 2. a school teaching experience of at least 1 year.  3. above 70 percentile rank in the Verbal Subtest of the Graduate Admission Test. Applicants who are below the 70th percentile rank in the Verbal Subtest of the Graduate Admission Test will take the required non-credit courses EN212.3 and EN 212.7.

This degree program is primarily intended for upper elementary and high school mathematics teachers who want to improve their teaching skills by increasing their knowledge of mathematics content and pedagogy. This program is also open to graduates who are intent in pursuing a career in mathematics education at the upper elementary or high school level. Specifically, this program aims to: 1. Upgrade the teaching capability of mathematics teachers at the high school and upper elementary levels; 2. Develop mathematics teachers’ skills in solving problems that relate to mathematics instruction, curriculum, and assessment at the high school and upper elementary levels; 3. Strengthen their potential as future leaders of mathematics education initiatives in the country.

This program is intended for individuals who wish to gain a deep and comprehensive understanding of mathematics through special courses in Analysis, Algebra, and Combinatorics. Students of this program may choose to major in Abstract or Applied Mathematics. The thesis work prepares students for doctoral level research in mathematics.

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in mathematics or mathematics-related program from a college of good standing and show satisfactory performance in their undergraduate math courses. Undergraduate pre-requisites are Advanced Calculus and Abstract Algebra or their equivalent.

Department of Physics

This program is for prospective students with a Master of Science in Physics with thesis. 

This program aims to develop outstanding physicists who will actively pursue advance research in physics as well as regularly publish research articles in established physics journals and mentor the next generation of physicists. Prospective students of the program should have an undergraduate degree in physics or equivalent and should have taken the necessary background courses in mathematics (e.g., differential equations, vector calculus, linear algebra, complex analysis, and special functions) and advanced physics (e.g., classical mechanics, electrodynamics, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics) associated to an undergraduate degree in physics. Prospective students with a master's degree in physics can opt to have some of the advanced physics and elective courses they have taken to be credited toward satisfying the requirements of the program. The program requires the submission and successful defense of a doctoral dissertation. In addition, the student is required to publish at least one research article in an ISI-listed journal.

The regular program consists of 21 units of coursework (15 units of specialization courses and 6 units of breadth courses), 3 units of seminars and colloquia and a minimum of 12 units of dissertation research culminating in an oral defense for a total of at least 36 units for a 3-year program. The main focus of the work is on the originality of the dissertation.

Although the amount of coursework is below 12 units per semester, it is expected that the student will join a research laboratory and engage in research work at the earliest possible time. Part-time students will require a longer time to finish the program.

The Master of Physics is a terminal course work (non-thesis) degree program. Students enrolled in this program who wish to pursue further studies may opt to shift to the Master of Science in Physics program before the completion of their Master of Physics degree. 

The Master of Physics is open to researchers, college teachers, and professionals who wish to pursue careers in Physics research and education or in applied areas in industry. The program is designed to strengthen the students’ understanding of the concepts in Physics and its applications. The course work for this program reflects the current research areas of the Department, namely Environmental Physics, Photonics, and Materials Science. Students have the opportunity to specialize in their field of interest through their courses. The Master of Physics program consists of 30 units of course work. There is no thesis research required in this program.

This program is for prospective students with a Bachelor of Science in Physics.

The Master of Science in Physics is open to students who wish to pursue careers in Physics research and education or in applied areas in the industry. The program is designed to strengthen the students’ understanding of the concepts in Physics and its applications. The course work for this program reflects the current research areas of the department, namely Environmental Physics, Photonics, and Materials Science. Under the guidance of their advisers, students have the opportunity to specialize in their field of interest through their courses and research. The MS Physics program consists of 27 units of course work and six units of thesis research and writing.

The Master of Science in Atmospheric Science (MS AS) curriculum is founded on the classical graduate curriculum for Meteorology but allows for flexibility in accommodating the gamut of topics and fields that are beyond the scope of classical Meteorology. Proceeding from the classical foundational Meteorological courses, students tackle current atmospheric research problems from the general vantage point of either measurements (instrumentation and monitoring) and/or modeling (computer analysis). The curriculum also allows for balancing or bridging courses intended for potential students (i.e., Science, Math and Engineering students) with little or no background in Atmospheric Science. The MS AS program consists of 31 units consisting of 24 units of course work, one seminar and six units for thesis.

John Gokongwei School of Management

The Bachelor of Science in Management major in Communications Technology Management Program is a 4 year degree (including 3 summer semesters) program of the John Gokongwei School of Management. The program started in the mid 1990's and has graduated roughly 1,400 students, a majority of whom are now in the marketing, communications, media, advertising and information technology industries. The program is the brainchild of 3 faculty members, namely: Mr. Rodolfo Ang (Management), Mr. Arnie del Rosario (Computer Science), and the late Ms. Doreen Fernandez (Communications). They created a program that aims to develop Managers for the communications industry (namely: Marketing, Advertising, Media) as well as the Information Technology Industry. It focuses on the management expertise of the BS Management Program while injecting subjects in communications and information technology to develop a more holistic manager for the industry. In the end, the students who graduate with a BS Comtech degree is a manager that understands both the management and the creative processes of the industry.

The world of technology, especially information and communications technology (ICT), is inducing sweeping changes in the way people live, work, communicate, and entertain themselves. These changes create exciting new opportunities for aspiring young entrepreneurs.   The B.S. in Information Technology Entrepreneurship, or the I.T.E. program, is designed to create a structured and yet vibrant environment for students to become the next generation of high-impact entrepreneurs, turning their I.T. based business ideas into actual start-up ventures. Who knows, your idea could become the Google or the Facebook success story of your generation!   The program curriculum begins with a strong foundation in I.T. fundamentals that will enable you to turn your I.T.-based product idea into a working prototype, and adds to this an overlay of management courses and a business incubation program that will help you to bring your product to market. Students enrolled in this program may elect to pursue either of two I.T. tracks, Games Development or Applications Development, to serve as the platform for their new business venture. Students who successfully complete the program will not be looking for new jobs when they graduate: they will be offering jobs to other young graduates looking to become part of the next-generation business success story.

The BS Management, major in Legal Management, or LM program, is designed to create managers and entrepreneurs with a working knowledge of the legal environment within which all enterprises must operate. On top of the regular business curriculum is added a law curriculum which covers all the major components of law that are encountered in the conduct of business: taxation, labor law, partnership and corporation law, laws on intellectual property.   The course is not designed to be a preparation for law school, but has proven to be an excellent pre-law program, nevertheless.  It can be especially appropriate for students who are considering a career in law, but are not certain that it is for them. The exposure to law subjects at the undergraduate level can help these students make a final determination as to their preparedness and interest in pursuing the legal profession.   Legal Management is designed primarily to be an entrepreneurial program, giving students the theoretical as well the practical tools to effectively run an enterprise. The law subjects can provide LM graduates with a competitive edge in the increasingly legalistic business environment.   Most of the major subjects involve teamwork because this is the way the real world operates. The ability to manifest leadership and take control in a team-oriented environment are today pre-requisites for business success. Students are trained to prepare business plans that are supported by extensive market research and analysis, and are asked to execute one such business plan as a requirement for graduation.   The effective integration of both business and law courses with the liberal arts core curriculum of the Ateneo creates a holistic program that produces high-impact leaders for business, entrepreneurship and the legal profession.

The B.S. Management program is devoted to developing the next generation of high-impact entrepreneurs by giving students not just the theoretical frameworks but also the practical experience that will maximize their potential for future business success.

The program curriculum is designed to develop in our students the sort of entrepreneurial eye and attitude that will help them to see opportunities where other might see problems, to innovate where others might be contented to simply keep things the same, to say “I will do it” where others might be contented to simply wait for someone else to do it.

To achieve this, the major curriculum of the program is heavily project-oriented, with an emphasis on experiential and hands-on learning, rather than just classroom-based and textbook learning.

Over the four years of the program, students are given multiple opportunities to hone their business planning skills.

The centerpiece of the program is a culminating (and integrating) project where students are organized into micro-enterprise groups and tasked to actually run a business in their senior year. Many students have gone on to become entrepreneurs after graduation, with their senior year micro-enterprises serving as the take-off points for their business ventures.

By the time they graduate, we expect our students to have the requisite skills in each of the different business disciplines necessary to effectively and efficiently manage and lead any type of organization. More importantly, they should have the sort of entrepreneurial attitude and outlook that will help them to be effective change agents, innovators, and leaders, whether as founders of their own business ventures, or as managers in the largest multinational corporations.

The JGSOM Business Accelerator, or SOMBA program, as well as the JGSOM Student Enterprise Center, or JSEC, are just two of the most exciting experiential learning opportunities available to students who wish to pursue the entrepreneurial tract in earnest. 

In 2004, the Ateneo Loyola Schools’ student publication, the Guidon, conducted an informal survey among the Loyola Schools students, asking them to identify “the most prestigious course” in the Ateneo. JGSOM’s BS Management-Honors  program, often referred to as the BMH program, came out on top of the heap, ranking 1st overall out of a total of over 40 different undergraduate programs offered by the Ateneo.   BMH is an Entrepreneurship program that relies heavily on an experiential learning framework in its approach to education. Thus, the curriculum emphasizes project work and hands-on exposure as a necessary complement to textbook learning and academic work, to create a richer, fuller, and more student-centered learning experience.   Students enrolled in the program will be exposed to all the basic functional areas of management, with a special focus on the needs of small-to-medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and family businesses. Because we believe that entrepreneurship is best learned through practice rather than just in theory, students will be given multiple opportunities to prepare business plans and to actually execute these plans over the four years of the program.   The curriculum is designed to develop in our students an eye for spotting opportunities and the entrepreneurial outlook that will move them to seize these opportunities as they become available, rather than to simply stand on the sidelines as mere spectators. This sort of eye and outlook will prove invaluable to them wherever their professional lives may take them, whether they start up their own entrepreneurial ventures, or go to work in multinational corporations.   The Honors program in management is open only to applicants who score in the top 10% of the Ateneo College Entrance Test. An excellent additional avenue for learning comes from being in a class made up of only highly-intelligent, highly motivated, and self-driven individuals.   The Management Honors program is able to attract many of the best undergraduate business students in the country because of the rigorous and exacting standards that only a few of the very best of our students have been able to meet.   Do you have what it takes to join this elite fraternity of some of the best and brightest graduates of the Ateneo?

The Management Engineering, or ME program of the John Gokongwei School of Management is one of the most prestigious undergraduate degree programs of the Ateneo de Manila, if not the entire country. Admission into The program is limited only to applicants who score in the top 10% of the Ateneo College Entrance Test.

This honors program combines the Ateneo’s traditional strength in the liberal arts with a strong foundation in business management and the decision sciences to create a curriculum that prepares students to meet the challenges of leading modern, information and technology-intensive organizations. Courses cover all the functional areas of business and management, with a special focus on technology management, systems thinking, and the scientific approach to problem solving and decision making.

The program also allows student to take elective to gain further knowledge and skill in topics of personal interest. Management Engineering students must hurdle rigorous academic standards in order to complete the program. Student performance is evaluated year-on-year to determine compliance with strict retention requirements. The program produces highly motivated graduates who are wholistic in their world view, highly analytical in their decision making, and prepared to assume leadership roles in the workplace.

ME graduates are highly regarded and heavily recruited by top-tier corporations, both local and multinational, across a variety of industries.

BS Management of Applied Chemistry, or MAC, is the first academic program of its kind in the Philippines. It is a combination of two unlikely partners: Management and Chemistry. Launched in 1995, it is designed to develop managers and entrepreneurs for chemistry-based industries: business people with a strong technical background and working familiarity with the chemical processes used in manufacturing operations.   This 4-year program draws together courses from the disciplines of Management and Chemistry to create a science-based entrepreneurship program with a strong hands-on and project orientation. Chemistry is taught from a more applied perspective, and the accompanying laboratory work will focus on more practical approaches.   The Industrial Chemistry course, designed specifically for students enrolled in this program, will expose MAC majors to basic manufacturing processes and operations of chemistry-based industrial concerns, using a combination of lectures and plant visits. Students are also given hands-on experience in the production of a wide range of simple chem-based products, such as paints, essential oils, and food flavorings.   The centerpiece of the program is a sequence of courses that requires students to use market research to identify unfilled product niches in the market, go to the laboratory to design the product that will fill this niche, and then create and execute a business plan to launch and market this new product.   Students who would like to start up their own small-scale manufacturing ventures or work in businesses dealing with chemistry-based products such as pharmaceuticals, processed foods, rubber, personal care products and plastics will benefit from the training provided by this program.

Department of Leadership and Strategy

PhD in Leadership Studies, major in Business Leadership seeks to look at theory, practice and research, in terms of the person of the leader and the transformation of business organizations, such as corporations, business entrepreneurships, or social entrepreneurships. The program develops scientist-practitioners who can build knowledge, theory and practice on Asian and Philippine leadership, especially in business leadership or organization development (PhDLEADS- Business Leadership or Organizational Development).

The Master of Science in Sustainability Management (MSSM) hopes to integrate the sustainability perspective into the practice of management, while contributing to the literature of management science in the Philippines.

The degree can help address a growing need for consultants in sustainability strategies, implementation of sustainability initiatives, and sustainability reporting. It is aligned with Laudato Si’ and the Ateneo vision to be Light in the Lord through the development of professionals with a sustainability perspective.

It is also possible to market the program together with MEM to show the two sides of environmental management; MSSM takes sustainability into business organizations, while MEM goes into environmental resource management and policy. 

The graduate of MSSM should be able to demonstrate the following program outcomes:  1. To analyze management problems and issues using the perspectives of systems thinking and sustainable development 2. To develop creative systems and solutions to management concerns, such as the implementation of sustainability vision and strategy, minimization of ecological footprint, development of sustainable organization culture, green marketing, and sustainability reporting 3. To develop tools and competencies that may be required by new situations and contexts

NU-Manila: Master in Information Technology

Description

The Master in Information Technology (MIT) program is a non-thesis graduate program for professionals and educators who want to advance their knowledge and skills in Information Technology. Subsequently, the program aims to provide and equip graduate students with the competency used in today’s Business-IT environment. The MIT curriculum of the department is composed of thirty-three (33) units of coursework comprising of core courses (15 units) and specialization courses (18). A capstone project (6 units) is the terminal activity of the graduate student, which must be presented in a local or international research forum.

Program Outcomes

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the Information Technology principles and practices.
• Demonstrate a deep appreciation of one IT specialization in solving complex Business-IT problems.
• Identify and analyze organizational needs and take them into account in the evaluation and formulation of IT-based solutions.
• Recommend IT solutions based on industry-recognized best practices and standards.
• Effectively produce and implement optimal solutions to complex Information Technology problems.
• Craft policies, guidelines, and procedures to assure the integrity and maintainability of an Information System.

Core courses (15 units)

Elective/Specialization courses (18 units)

Comprehensive examination (0 unit)

Capstone/Independent Project (6 units)

Students taking the independent project must have appropriate industry partner/s and/or beneficiaries. The project should undergo pilot testing and must be presented in a local or international research forum.

MIT Extension Program at NU Laguna

The College of Computing and Information Technologies (CCIT) is offering the Master in Information Technology (MIT) program at NU Laguna as an extension program of NU Manila. All specialization courses will be handled by faculty members of NU Manila through distance education (remote synchronous/asynchronous learning). NU Laguna is located at Km. 53 Pan-Philippine Hwy, Calamba, 4029 Laguna.

For inquiries, you may call or email the admissions of NU Laguna through the ff:

Phone: (049) 572-3356

E:mail: [email protected]

Admission Requirements

Applicants should have relevant degrees in Information Technology or other allied fields (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, etc.). If an applicant is not a graduate of BSIT or any allied field, the applicant will be placed on probationary status. The applicant is expected to take at least (9) units of bridging/remedial courses in the undergraduate program.

Applicants may take bridging courses depending on the program completed in their undergraduate program.

Students taking bridging courses should not incur a grade lower than 2.0.

Bridging courses:

• Fundamentals of Programming
• Database Fundamentals
• Software Engineering
• Introduction to Networking
• Operating Systems
• Computer Organization

Applicants must submit the following (enclosed in a long brown envelope):

• CV highlighting work experience, training, and publications (if applicable)
• Copies of articles in journals and conference proceedings (if applicable)
• Photocopy of NSO Birth Certificate and two IDs
• Transcript of Records
• Transfer Credentials / Honorable Dismissal (if applicable)
• Photocopy of the title page and abstract of undergraduate thesis / special project
• Two sealed recommendation letters
• For employed applicants, certificate of employment

NU Computing Research Center

The National University Computing Research Center (NU CRC) is envisioned to be an agent for economic growth and a leading research hub under the College of Computing and Information Technologies (CCIT). The NU CRC is aimed at pioneering and directing the development, advancement, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge in the field of computing.

Under the CRC are three (3) computing research laboratories designed to support the research initiatives of CCIT for both faculty members and students in various computing disciplines.

Research Laboratories

Web and Mobile Computing Innovations (WaMCl)Laboratory

The Web and Mobile Computing Innovations (WaMCI) Laboratory supports and provides a venue for research endeavors of students and faculty members of CCIT in the field of Web, Cloud, and Mobile Computing. The WaMCI Laboratory is focused on web and mobile systems and their applications in pervasive computing, augmented reality, education, healthcare, security, unmanned aerial vehicles, and robotics. Research under the laboratory includes innovations in web and mobile applications in both smartphones and tablets with the goal of addressing societal and business needs.

Human Interaction and Digital Signal Processing (HiDSP) Laboratory

The Human Interaction and Digital Signal Processing (HiDSP)Laboratory supports and provides a venue for research endeavors of students and faculty members of CCIT in the fields of human-computer interaction and digital signals processing. HiDSP is dedicated to the pursuit of research and development works in the analysis of interaction between people and computers, and signal processing such as sounds and images. The goal of the laboratory is to develop competent and productive research that addresses societal issues and can be applied in nation-building. Furthermore, involved researchers will explore the application of different advanced machine learning and computational approaches in solving engineering problems

Human Language Technology (HLT) Laboratory

The Human Language Technology (HLT) Laboratory is envisioned both as the national benchmark and leading research and innovation space in the ASEAN region for the field of human language technology. With an interdisciplinary team of researchers and innovators, the collective is pioneering and directing the development, advancement, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge in this field.

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For inquiries you may contact or email the ff:

Program Chair, CCIT Graduate Programs [email protected]

+63 02 8712 1900 loc 1456

Dean, College of Computing and information Technologies [email protected]

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ADNU offers graduate programs in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, Accountancy, Mathematics, Nursing, Language and Literature, and Information Technology Education. The specific degree programs are listed below:

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN EDUCATION major in Educational Psychology

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN EDUCATION Major in Educational Psychology.pdf (364 downloads)

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY in LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT.pdf (263 downloads)

DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM.pdf (305 downloads)

MASTER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

MASTER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION.pdf (552 downloads)

MASTER IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

MASTER IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION.pdf (362 downloads)

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTANCY

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTANCY.pdf (246 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY major in Counseling Psychology

MASTER OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY major in Counseling Psychology.pdf (411 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN PHILOSOPHY

MASTER OF ARTS IN PHILOSOPHY.pdf (186 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN NURSING

MASTER OF ARTS IN NURSING.pdf (147 downloads)

MASTER IN NURSING (non-thesis track)

MASTER IN NURSING.pdf (179 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Curriculum and Instruction

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION.pdf (204 downloads)

MASTER IN EDUCATION major in Curriculum and Instruction – Early Childhood Education (non-thesis track)

MASTER IN EDUCATION major in Curriculum and Instruction (Early Childhood Education).pdf (184 downloads)

MASTER IN EDUCATION major in Curriculum and Instruction – Early Childhood Education  

MASTER IN EDUCATION major in Curriculum and Instruction - Early Childhood Education (thesis).pdf (131 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in English Language Teaching

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING.pdf (221 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Environmental Science (Biology Track)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (Biology Track).pdf (190 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Environmental Science (No Track)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (No Track).pdf (144 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Filipino

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN FILIPINO.pdf (93 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Guidance and Counseling (thesis track)

Master of Arts in Education major in Guidance and Counseling Thesis Program.pdf (125 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Guidance and Counseling (non-thesis track)

Master of Arts in Education major in Guidance and Counseling Non-Thesis Track.pdf (161 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Religious Education

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION.pdf (88 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Sports and Physical Education (thesis track)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN SPORTS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Thesis Track).pdf (107 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Sports and Physical Education (non-thesis track)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN SPORTS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Non-Thesis Track).pdf (93 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Social Studies

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN SOCIAL STUDIES.pdf (167 downloads)

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Teaching Mathematics

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION MAJOR IN TEACHING MATHEMATICS.pdf (146 downloads)

MASTER IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE (non-thesis track)

MASTER IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE.pdf (263 downloads)

MASTER IN MATHEMATICS 

MASTER IN MATHEMATICS.pdf (225 downloads)

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MASTER OF COMPUTER GRAPHICS AND ANIMATION (non-thesis track)**

These graduate programs continually benefit from the strong faculty development program of the university. Among others, this program provided for advanced studies of its faculty members in other top performing schools in the country like the University of the Philippines, Ateneo de Manila University and the De La Salle University – Manila in preparation for their eventual teaching assignments in the Graduate School.

In the nationwide evaluation of graduate programs in Business Administration, Public Administration and Education in the Philippines commissioned by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) in 2003-2004, the graduate programs of ADNU were classified in the “Very Good” category. This category is the highest ever achieved by graduate programs in Region V.

It is worth noting that based on evaluation report of educational credentials submitted by an ADNU graduate school student conducted by Josef Silny and Associates, Inc., International Education Consultants, earned units in Education and related courses at the ADNU Graduate School are equivalent to those “earned at a regionally accredited institution of higher education in the United States.”

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4 Schools That Offer Online Master’s Degree Courses in the Philippines

Jun 05, 2020

By : Kimberly Manalang

Enter a college or university, earn a degree, find a job, or start your own business —this is the path that most people expect us to take. But life is not a one-way road and we can take our own twists and turns if we want and need to. Some might have to get a job first before graduating from college. Some might not finish college at all but still, find a way in life. Others might want to go back to studying while fulfilling the duties that their job requires.

Going back to school to pursue a master’s degree has its own pros and cons. Being a master’s degree holder can give you more in-depth knowledge of your chosen field and increase your chances of getting a better and higher-paying job. At the same time, it can also be challenging because it gives additional responsibility for managing your finances and time. 

What if you can actually study your lessons anytime and anywhere without having to sit in the classroom for hours? Well, thanks to the wonders of technology, it is possible to earn your master’s degree through online education ! With a stable internet connection and a comfortable place to study, you can just access your lectures online and move at your own pace. This is helpful for those who want to pursue a postgraduate degree while working as employees. whether in the Philippines or abroad. The best part is it requires fewer expenses for transportation and less time needed for traveling to campus! 

Which among these 4 local schools offering an Online Master’s Degree is perfect for you?

Dreaming of being a master’s degree holder? Here are some schools that offer online master’s degree programs in the Philippines.

AMA University Online Education

AMA University Online Education is the first full online education program in the Philippines. Through this program, anyone who wishes to get a postgraduate degree such as employed individuals, working students, OFWs, international students, and people with disabilities can study in the comforts of their home. In this program, learning materials such as supplementary videos, course modules, presentations, and exams can be accessed on their website with just a few clicks. Students can also participate in real-time online classes through the Virtual Classroom. Advance notice is given for these sessions, but in case you can’t attend a real-time session, you can still access the recordings through your account! 

AMAOEd offers the following programs: Master in Business Administration (Non-Thesis), Master of Arts in Computer Education, Master in Business Administration, Master in Public Administration, and Master in Information Technology. Some of these courses take only three semesters with 14 weeks in each semester, while some may take up to six to seven semesters. Once you’ve completed the course, you can now receive your master’s degree diploma and accreditation just like other graduates from AMA University!

Mapúa Digital Academics

Looking to take your engineering knowledge a step higher? Mapúa University welcomes students who aspire to get a master’s degree online through Mapúa Digital Academics. Their master’s degree programs are open to anyone from across the globe and learning materials can be accessed anytime, anywhere. Students can study at their own pace, giving them the freedom to study at a time that doesn’t come in conflict with other commitments. Talk about balancing work, life, and graduate education! Like other traditional programs offered by Mapúa, online programs follow a quarter system, so online students can possibly finish a program in less than two years (six quarters). 

Mapúa Digital Academics offers Master of Engineering programs which culminate in practicum courses. These programs include Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, and Industrial Engineering. 

Master of Science programs, on the other hand, culminating in a master’s thesis. These programs include Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.

Philippine Women’s University Distance Learning Program

To all aspiring teachers who want to further develop their knowledge in the field of education, this is for you. The Philippine Women’s University’s Distance Learning Program offers two master’s degree programs, specifically Master of Arts in Education major in Educational Management and Master of Arts in Education major in Early Childhood Education. After a day’s worth of work, working students need not go to the campus to attend physical classes multiple times a week. Whether it be at home, in a café, or any place that’s convenient for them, getting that master’s degree can be less challenging than usual.

Just take note that the University requires at least three face-to-face sessions for students who live in the Philippines, in compliance with the guidelines given by the Philippine Commission on Higher Education (CHED). Face-to-face sessions for those residing abroad can be arranged on a case-to-case basis.

Polytechnic University of the Philippines Open University System

The Polytechnic University of the Philippines Open University System (PUP OUS) is another option for students who want to pursue a master’s degree outside the traditional classroom setup. Under its Institute for Open and Distance Education, students can choose whether to study independently, with guidance from a teacher or tutor who checks and grades their work or study online through which they can communicate with their teacher and other classmates in an online classroom.

Programs offered by the PUP OUS are Master of Science in Construction Management, Master in Communication, Master in Education Management, Master in Information Technology, and Master in Public Administration.

With the help of these online master’s degree Philippines, it is possible to pursue your dreams without having to worry about time, distance, and other constraints. We hope to see more schools that offer this type of learning set up so a lot more people can expand and develop their knowledge without quitting their job! 

Need more help in finding the right online masteral degree in Philippines and the right school for you? Register now on Edukasyon.ph and check out our list of schools and programs that might just be what you are looking for! 

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Pursuing further education creates an avenue for professional and personal growth and development. It opens doors for endless possibilities and opportunities.

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At the BU School of Graduate Studies, you will receive intensive and extensive trainings to ensure that you develop a high level of competence in the profession and a strong sensitivity to social, economic, and political issues. Additionally, you will develop responsible leadership and involvement in community service. You will also be an analytical thinker who has good communication skills and is information technology competent. Lastly, you will enhance your skills for local and global participation.

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Doctor in Business Administration (DBA)

This research-based program will provide an opportunity for business professionals and executives to advance their professional development and expand the breadth of their knowledge and skills in business management.

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This research-based program is designed to help teachers and school administrators to further develop their leadership, critical, and analytical thinking skills. It also aims to further improve their administrative and pedagogical capacities. This helps in advancing their knowledge and skills of the current trends and practices in education.

Master in Business Administration (Level III 1 st Reaccredited Status)

Thesis, Non-Thesis

The MBA program aims to develop business competencies necessary to design and implement strategies to improve one’s overall organizational results. It also expands the problem-solving competencies in problem analysis and resolution, team management, performance management, interpersonal skills, and project management. Theoretical and practical knowledge are used in improving decision-making capabilities. Research competencies are also developed among business professionals through this program.

Master of Arts in Education (Level III Reaccredited Status)

The MAEd program is designed to prepare educational leaders with advanced knowledge and skills in a specialized, interdisciplinary, or multidisciplinary field of study for professional practice. It develops higher order thinking skills in the analysis, critical assessment, and application and communication of knowledge in the field. Research capabilities for verifying, validating, contextualizing, and/or applying theoretical and practical knowledge about the different education aspects are developed in this program.

Master in Public Administration (Thesis and Non-Thesis)

This program aids professionals in the public sector gain more knowledge and understanding of public administration theories and practices. It helps them understand better governance, innovation, and accountability. Students examine and develop policies that can be beneficial in the local and national governments.

Master of Library and Information Science (Thesis and Non-Thesis)

The MLIS program is designed to provide librarians with advanced library and information utilization, management, and evaluation skills. It introduces the librarians to the ever-changing concepts of information systems and management. They are taught theoretical and practical concepts that can be applied in their own libraries.

Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management

The MSHTM (Non-Thesis) program enables students to improve their career within the global hospitality and tourism sector.   With an emphasis on coursework, real-world experience, and practical industry knowledge, it provides a wide range of opportunities to advance to managerial or leadership roles within the sector.

Students will gain knowledge and skills related to hospitality and tourism industry operations management, marketing, internationalization of hospitality and tourism industry, human resource management, catering management and events management.   Courses throughout the curriculum address topics on globalization, diversity, innovation, sustainability and ethical practices in the hospitality and tourism industries.

Master of Science in Nursing (Non-Thesis) and Master of Arts in Nursing (Thesis)

The MAN and MSN degrees are graduate programs designed to prepare professional nurses for teaching, managerial, and supervisory roles in healthcare institutions. The programs also prepare nurses for advanced competencies that can spur and sustain leadership and innovation, scientific, and technological growth and creative and effective learning and teaching.

Master of Information Technology

The Master in Information Technology (MIT) program emphasizes the attainment of concepts and technologies, preparing and enabling the students for industrial practice of systems, integration, systems administration, systems planning, systems implementation, and other activities that maintain the integrity and proper functionality of a system and its components.

The MIT program responds to the demand for professionals, knowledgeable in information technology and security, techniques and principles and skills by offering courses that allow candidates to make immediate contributions to the workplace, organization, and society.

Special Program for International Students

This program is Baliuag University’s initiative towards transnational education. Foreign students can be admitted to our Doctor of Education and Doctor of Business Administration programs. They are provided with advanced competencies addressing global demands.

Quality Instruction

Develop further your professional knowledge and skills with the guidance of our experienced and highly qualified faculty members who are holders of Masters’ and Doctorate degrees. They handle courses based on their areas of expertise and they bring with them years of practice and experience from their fields of specializations.

Accelerated Programs

In the School of Graduate Students, students can enroll a maximum of 12 units for the two regular semesters. They are also allowed to enroll in six units during the Summer Term. This fast tracks the achievement of their desired degrees. This is all done with assurance of quality content and instruction.

Modular Delivery of Courses

Classes in the School of Graduate Studies are done via the modular approach. Students take only one course per month. This ensures that students can focus on the academic requirements of the courses. They are also given the freedom to accomplish the coursework at their most convenient time.

Online Learning

Our classes are done via the University Learning Alternative Platform (ULAP), powered by Canvas. Synchronous and asynchronous classes are done to address the learning needs of the students.

Proven Quality

Accreditation is a testament to the quality of education an institution offers. It indicates that the program and institution go above and beyond the standard set forth by the Commission on Higher Education.

The Master of Arts in Education program is granted a Level III Reaccredited Status while the Master in Business Administration holds a Level III 1 st Reaccredited Status.

Career Path Opportunities

As reflected in the tracer studies that the department conducted, the majority of those who graduated receive promotions after completing their programs. Pursuing graduate education opens bigger doors of opportunities as students become more knowledgeable and skilled.

Affordable Graduate Education

We offer quality education at an affordable price considering that we also have full autonomous status. Students are sure that they will get more than their money’s worth.

It is the guiding principle of the Baliuag University that we offer #AlagangBU. We go above and beyond providing education to students, we also extend care and compassion to them. In the School of Graduate Studies, students are closely guided in their courses. Professors provide academic consultations and counseling.

Before students take comprehensive examinations, they are met and given guide topics. During thesis proposals, students face a panel of examiners who guide them in the improvement and execution of their papers. Students are also given highly qualified advisers who closely monitor the students during and after their thesis defense.

Admission Requirements

Master’s Programs (MAEd, MBA, MLIS, MSHMT, MIT) and Doctoral Programs (Ed.D,DBA)

• Original copy of Transcript of Records (for Non-BU)

• Transfer Credential or Honorable Dismissal

• Photocopy of PSA Certified Birth Certificate

• Photocopy of Marriage Certificate (if married)

• Service Record/Employment Record 

• Six (6) pcs. 1x1 recent colored ID photos

Master’s Programs (MAN/MSN)

• Original and Photocopy of Transcript of Records (for Non-BU)

• RLE Record

• Certificate of Good Moral Character

• Photocopy of PSA Birth Certificate

• Photocopy of Licensure Examination Result

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Online master’s in business administration (non-thesis), mba (non-thesis) online program summary:.

The online MBA (Non-Thesis) program provides students with the knowledge of the different principles which are key in the operation of today’s business organizations. Through the Master’s in Business Administration (Non-Thesis) program, OEd Post Grad aims to foster students in the Philippines with advanced technical knowledge in a specialized field, develop a global perspective in them, and enhance each of their strategic thinking so that they can each contribute to a better society.

Master’s in Business Administration (Non-Thesis) Objectives

The Master’s in Business Administration (Non-Thesis) program has been designed to provide students in the Philippines with knowledge of the principles that are fundamental to the operation of all business organizations, as well as advanced technical knowledge in a specialized field.

The online MBA (Non-Thesis) program aims to:

• Develop a global perspective in all candidates.
• Develop each candidate’s strategic thinking.

Curriculum:

The Master’s in Business Administration (Non-Thesis) is a comprehensive program designed to help students manage and succeed in business operations inside and outside the Philippines. With this, students are expected to strengthen their analytic skills as well as their strategic and problem-solving capabilities. Courses included in our MBA (Non-Thesis) program include Leadership and Organization, Marketing Management, Financial Management, Business Policy in the Philippines, and rooms for specialization.

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Student Applicants should register at  oedportal.amauonline.com . Once registered, the mobile number (local) and email address should be verified. Log-in at  oedportal.amauonline.com  using the email address and the temporary password sent via email. Update your profile including the Personal Information, and Educational Background.

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Please be informed that original copies of these documents should be submitted within 90 days of enrollment. Including 2by2 photo with white background, Certified True Copy of Diploma, PSA Birth Certificate, Transcript of Records with Remarks: Copy for AMA University

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Yes, it is! Postgraduate degrees, no matter what kind, opens a multitude of opportunities. It gives the bearer a significant advantage over their peers when it comes to job hunting, makes them more likely to receive promotions, allows them to be eligible for higher wages, and gives them more credibility in their respective fields.

It takes an average of 1 and a half terms to complete an MBA (Non-Thesis) degree.

Yes, you can get a Master’s in Business Administration (Non-Thesis) in the Philippines completely online! There’s no need for you to ever set foot in the OEd campus, not even to submit your application requirements nor for graduation. An online MBA (non-thesis) course is the same as a traditional course both in terms of curriculum and credits earned. Online degrees go through the same accreditation process from CHED as all the other traditional schools. The biggest difference between the two is the flexibility that comes with online learning.

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As of 2015, approximately 25.4 million Americans held advanced degrees , with more citizens joining these ranks each year. As studies continue to show the career advancement and salary benefits of completing a master's degree, more and more students elect to pursue advanced educations. When considering their options, many question whether to enroll in a master's requiring a thesis or not. The following guide examines some of the reasons degree seekers may want to write a thesis while also highlighting why they might not. Students on the fence about this important decision can find expert advice, actionable tips, and relevant guidance to help them make an informed choice in the guide that follows.

Understanding the Master's Thesis

What is the difference between a thesis & non-thesis master's program, the decision not to do a thesis.

As students research various master's programs in their chosen discipline, it's common to find that many degrees require a thesis – especially if they want to enter a research-heavy field. While this word gets thrown around a lot in academia, some learners may want more information regarding what it entails in order to make an informed decision.

What is a Master's Thesis?

The master's thesis is an original piece of scholarship allowing the student to dig into a topic and produce an expanded document that demonstrates how their knowledge has grown throughout the degree program. These documents require significant independent research of primary and secondary sources and, depending on the subject, may require interviews and/or surveys to support the overarching argument.

Individual schools and departments dictate the length of these documents, but they typically range between 60 and 100 pages – or approximately 20,000 to 40,000 words. While tackling a document of such heft may seem overwhelming at first, learners need not fret. Each master's candidate receives a faculty advisor early in their tenure to provide support, feedback, and guidance throughout the process. Because the final thesis is expected to be of a publishable quality, learners seeking the highest marks typically send their supervisor excerpts of the document as they write to ensure they are on the right track.

When picking a thesis topic, no magical formula exists. Students should consider their interests and read extensively on that topic to get a better sense of existing scholarship. They should also speak to other academics working in that sphere to familiarize themselves with ongoing projects. Only after they feel reasonably well-read should they begin looking for uncovered angles or interesting ways of using emerging methodologies to bring new light to the topic.

When considering formatting, degree seekers should check with their specific schools and departments, as they may have unique requirements. To get a general understanding of what to expect, learners can review Simon Fraser University's guidelines on thesis formatting. After completing the thesis, some programs require an oral defense before a committee while others read the document and provide a grade. Check with your prospective schools to get a better sense of procedure.

Format & Components of a Master's Thesis

While this guide attempts to provide helpful and actionable information about the process of deciding whether to follow a thesis or non-thesis track in a master's program, readers should remember that specific components and requirements of a thesis vary according to discipline, university, and department. That being said, some commonalities exist across all these – especially when it comes to what students must include in their final drafts.

As the first section a reader encounters after moving through the table of contents and other anterior text, the introductory allows the writer to firmly establish what they want to accomplish. Sometimes also called the "research question" section, the introductory must clearly state the goals of the paper and the overarching hypothesis guiding the argument. This should be written in a professional yet accessible tone that allows individuals without specializations in the field to understand the text.

This section allows learners to demonstrate their deep knowledge of the field by providing context to existing texts within their chosen discipline Learners review the main bodies of work, highlighting any issues they find within each. Constructive criticism often centers around shortcomings, blind spots, or outdated hypotheses.

Students use this section to explain how they went about their work. While scientists may point to a specific method used to reach conclusions, historians may reference the use of an emerging framework for understanding history to bring new light to a topic. The point of this section is to demonstrate the thought processes that led to your findings.

This section allows for learners to show what they learned during the research process in a non-biased way. Students should simply state what information they gathered by utilizing a specific framework or methodology and arrange those findings, without interpretation, in an easy-to-read fashion.

After providing readers with all the necessary information, the discussion section exists for candidates to interpret the raw data and demonstrate how their research led to a new understanding or contributed a unique perspective to the field. This section should directly connect to the introduction by reinforcing the hypothesis and showing how you answered the questions posed.

Even though the previous sections give prospective degree seekers a better sense of what to expect if they decide to write a thesis during their master's program, they don't necessarily help learners decide whether to pursue a thesis or non-thesis track. The following section highlights some of the reasons students frequently choose to complete a thesis or bypass the process altogether by providing a pros and cons list.

Why a Thesis Program

• Especially when entering a research-heavy discipline, completing a thesis shows prospective schools and employers that you possess the skills needed for researching and writing long-form reports.
• Students hoping to pursue a Ph.D. stand in better stead with admissions panels if they wrote a thesis during a master's program.
• Individuals hoping to enter a field that values syntax and grammar often better their writing skills by completing a thesis.
• Students who write a thesis can submit the final product to various academic journals, increasing their chances of getting published.
• Theses expand students' understanding of what they're capable of, deepen their ability to carry out an argument, and develop their skills in making connections between ideas.

Why a Non-thesis Program

• Because they don't require a significant written product, non-thesis master's tend to take less time to complete.
• Often mirrors a bachelor's program in terms of structure, allowing learners to complete classes and take exams without a great deal of research or writing.
• Students who excel in project-based assignments can continue building skills in this arena rather than focusing on skills they don't plan to use (e.g. research)
• Provides learners the opportunity to work more closely and more frequently with faculty on real-world projects since they don't spend hundreds of hours researching/writing.
• Allows learners to take more classes and gain hands-on skills to fill the time they would have spent researching and writing a thesis.

How to Choose a Master's Program: FAQs

Within some academic disciplines and professional fields, research and writing plays a key role in work done on a daily basis. Because of this, master's programs in these fields require learners to complete theses to compete against peers and be seen as competent in their work. Other disciplines, conversely, rely on other tools to accomplish work and progress ideas – making theses less important.

Yes. Master's programs focused more on application than research typically don't require a thesis – although they may still give students the option. Examples of common non-thesis master's programs include nursing, business, and education.

Even though non-thesis students won't be writing a 100-page paper, that doesn't mean they avoid completing a significant project. In place of a thesis, most applied master's programs require students to take part in at least one internship or complete a culminating project. These projects typically ask learners to take what they learned throughout coursework and create an expansive final project – examples include case studies, creative works, or portfolios.

While students who followed a non-thesis path routinely receive acceptance to Ph.D. programs, those with theses often find the process easier. Even if a learner pursues a Ph.D. in a discipline that isn't research-heavy, admissions panels still want to get a sense of your academic interests and ability to engage in independent, nuanced thought. Students with theses can provide solid proof of these skills, while those without may struggle to demonstrate preparedness as thoroughly.

The answer to this question depends on many factors, but typically it is okay not to do a thesis if you plan to enter a field that doesn't depend heavily on research or writing, or if you don't plan to complete a Ph.D.

Students wanting to work in academic, research, or writing should always opt for the thesis track. They should also follow this path if they have any doctoral degree aspirations.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to complete a thesis rests with the individual student. Figuring out how to proceed on this front requires lots of careful consideration, and learners should ensure they consider various aspects before coming to a final decision. The following section helps students consider how they should and should not come to a conclusion.

Dos and Don'ts of Choosing a Thesis or Non-thesis Program

• Consider the longevity of your decision: will you feel the same in 5-10 years or are you making a decision based on current desires?
• Talk to others who with experience in this area. Ask them questions about their decision-making process and if they regret their choice.
• Research potential thesis topics before starting a program. Going in with a game plan can help you feel more confident and settled about the process than if you're scrambling for a topic while in school.
• Reach out to prospective schools to speak with faculty and/or current students following both tracks. This will provide knowledge specific to the school while also expanding your network if you choose to attend there.
• Research Ph.D. entrance requirements to ascertain if the majority expect learners to possess a thesis when applying. This will give you a sense of whether you may experience issues later on if you do not complete one.
• Decide not to complete a thesis simply because you have never taken on such a task and feel overwhelmed or fearful that you will fail.
• Complete a thesis simply because you think it will look good on your resume. Theses require intense devotion over an extended amount of time; learners who complete them without conviction often find the process miserable.
• Forget to research alternatives to writing a thesis. Just because you don't complete a research paper doesn't mean a non-thesis track lacks rigor or challenging coursework.
• Forget to read examples of theses by previous students. If you feel overwhelmed by the task, reading work other people have done can often make the task at hand feel less scary.
• Let yourself off easy by taking the non-thesis path. If you find you have extra time in the program, talk to your advisor about taking more classes, develop meaningful projects for yourself, or see about presenting at an academic conference.

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Why might a student decide to follow a thesis track? Why might they follow a non-thesis track?

A student might decide to take a thesis track if she/he wants to pursue a Ph.D. Also, if the students want to focus on careers where research and writing have a strong focus, the students opt for the thesis option. Research assistantships at the graduate level are also more often available to students who opt for the thesis option.

A student who might feel that writing is not one of their strengths might choose to go the non-thesis track. Likewise, a student who has other work commitments may find a non-thesis option more convenient.

Do you have any tips for deciding on a program?

I chose a thesis option because being able to conduct independent research was a big reason to go to graduate school. Also, showing the ability that I could do research was what afforded me research assistantships which meant that my tuition was paid for and I got a stipend that paid for expenses while I was in graduate school. This also allowed me the opportunity to work closely with the faculty mentor that provided me with the support and the accountability I wanted.

I would not recommend taking a non-thesis option if all the degree requires is for you to take courses. You have little to show in terms of your learning other than your grades unless you are already working on something on the side that does that for you and all you need is a certificate.

Opt for a non-thesis option if you can still work closely with a professor or on a project and if you'd rather be involved in multiple projects rather than focus on a single project. If you already have a good (informed) reason for choosing one over the other, go for it.

What's the most important thing to consider when choosing a program?

The most important thing to consider when choosing a program is getting excited about the projects that at least one of the faculty members are involved in. Do some research and see why you are excited about a particular work that at least one of the faculty members have been involved in.

Who should students talk to when considering options?

Students should talk to other students and also reach out directly to the graduate coordinator and even individual faculty members. This means that students should have done prior homework and have some good questions ready. Asking good questions will get you at least halfway through to make the right decision.

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Journal of Materials Chemistry A

Configuration-entropy effects on bifeo 3 –batio 3 relaxor ferroelectric ceramics for high-density energy storage †.

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a International PhD Program in Innovative Technology of Biomedical Engineering and Medical Devices, Ming Chi University of Technology, New Taipei City 24301, Taiwan E-mail: [email protected]

b Department of Physics, Silliman University, Dumaguete City, Philippines

c Department of Mechanical Engineering, Hwa Hsia University of Technology, New Taipei City 23567, Taiwan E-mail: [email protected]

d Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ming Chi University of Technology, New Taipei City 24301, Taiwan

e Research Center for Intelligent Medical Devices, Ming Chi University of Technology, New Taipei City 24301, Taiwan

f Department of Physics, Fu Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City 24205, Taiwan E-mail: [email protected]

High energy-storage capability and electric breakdown strength are critical elements in next-generation pulse-power dielectric capacitors. In this report, perovskite (Bi 0.7 Ba 0.3 ) 1− x Na x (Fe 0.7 Ti 0.3 ) 1− x Ta x O 3 relaxor ferroelectric ceramics ( x = 0–0.3) were tailored in terms of configuration entropy from a medium entropy of 1.21 R to a high entropy of 2.07 R to improve energy storage. The integration of paraelectric NaTaO 3 into BiFeO 3 –BaTiO 3 results in breaking of the long-range order and formation of multiple lattice distortions toward relaxor ferroelectric characteristics. Excellent recoverable energy densities of 9.6 J cm −3 and 10.3 J cm −3 with efficiencies of 77% and 68% at 350 kV cm −1 and 550 kV cm −1 (at 10 Hz) were achieved for x = 0.15 and 0.20, respectively. Wide operating frequency (1–100 Hz) and temperature (25 °C–150 °C) stabilities were confirmed at 300 kV cm −1 . Grain boundaries and nanoclusters play critical roles as electric barriers to suppress charge mobility and increase electric breakdown strength. This study presents a promising scheme to utilize high-configuration entropy BiFeO 3 –BaTiO 3 -based ceramics for high energy-density electrostatic capacitors.

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Configuration-entropy effects on BiFeO 3 –BaTiO 3 relaxor ferroelectric ceramics for high-density energy storage

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