Bachelor of Arts in English

at State University of New York at Albany USA

Defend the well-being of diverse populations by analyzing geographic, demographic, and biological information to solve critical problems in public health fields and medical and pharmaceutical industries.

The MS in Biostatistics program provides you with a focused graduate curriculum that includes coursework in various methods of advanced mathematical analysis that can be readily applied to epidemiologic research. Work alongside renowned faculty as you design clinical experiments, examine big data, identify trends, and perform statistical analyses that lead to improved public health outcomes, health services, and health policies.

Examine human interaction from a local, national and global perspectives to better understand the impact of social influence on others. Develop and test theories using quantitative and qualitative methods to predict and understand how patterns of relationships and culture work in the bachelor's in sociology program at the University at Albany.

Explore the theory and practice of documentary filmmaking, journalism and other forms of media with a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Documentary Studies from the University at Albany.

This interdisciplinary degree gives you fresh perspective on modern media through a curriculum spanning multiple academic departments and disciplines. You will emerge with highly transferable skills in research, writing and editing that prepare you for careers in fields from entertainment to advocacy, or for graduate-level study.

If you recently earned your bachelor's degree and want to enhance your knowledge before entering the workplace; or if you have been working and want to make a career change, the Full-Time MBA program at the University at Albany is the right program for you.

In your first year, you learn fundamental concepts in finance, accounting, marketing, operations, human resource management, organizational behavior, and information technology. You will also travel abroad and participate in an international consulting project.

During your second year, you work closely with research faculty and regional business leaders as you develop leading edge knowledge and practical skills in your concentration area through hands-on experiences in real business settings.

Concentration options include cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, finance, human resource information systems, information systems and business analysis, and marketing.

If you like the idea of chasing cyber criminals, thwarting international terrorists, and preventing economic catastrophe when flood waters rise, then a bachelor's in emergency preparedness, homeland security, and cybersecurity may be a good choice for you.

Play an active role in command center simulations and emergency response drills, and gain hands-on experience working with private companies, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies.

This program prepares you for positions in agencies such as the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the U.S. Secret Service, the Domestic Nuclear Detection Office, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Emergency Preparedness
Minimize risk to people, property, small businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, and corporations by evaluating hazards, responding to emergencies and disasters, and coordinating shared community resources and equipment.

Learn Chinese language alongside a broad education in the culture and history of China. Historical and modern perspectives are both emphasized in courses within the Chinese major and will combine to give you a nuanced, comprehensive picture of China.

You have options regarding traveling to China for intensive study. Whether you go for a summer, a semester or a whole year, this immersive experience is sure to be a valuable highlight of your collegiate education, a way to take your language learning to the next level and gain firsthand knowledge.

You can do more than take courses while studying in China. There are internships available at Chinese companies and the local branches of multinational firms. Work experience and connections gained at these positions may have lasting value beyond graduation, and the language and cultural immersion will add emphasis to your learning experience.

Become proficient in the methodologies and technologies involved in remote sensing, spatial analysis, and geographic data mapping in the master’s in geographic information science program at the University at Albany.

This two-year graduate program prepares you for a variety of careers that use sophisticated photographic and non-photographic data collection, digital imaging, and advanced geolocation systems to investigate relationships between human culture and changes in the environment.

Coursework includes topics in image processing, automated mapping, augmented reality, spatial statistical analysis, and global navigation satellite systems.

Deepen your understanding of major civic issues and explore different ways you can help solve social problems by developing creative public policy solutions and improving management.

The interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Management at UAlbany will give you a broad understanding of the relationships between government legislation, public policy, economics, politics, civil rights, regulation and finance, and city, state, federal, and global affairs.

The program includes foundational coursework and electives in management and politics, and quantitative methods and policy. Then you get to earn a concentration in the area of study that best matches your personal interests and career goals.

Urban Issues
Gain an understanding of cities and the complexities that they are facing. You will learn about the intricacies of urban issues utilizing sociology, urban planning, and geography.

Gain cultural fluency and learn the Japanese language from experts in the subject. By combining language instruction, historical explorations and contemporary insights, the Japanese Studies program at the University at Albany gives a truly multifaceted survey of Japan.

Nationally and internationally known scholars are part of this program's faculty, ready to deliver detailed information on Japanese language, history, culture, religion, politics and film. You'll study the language for a minimum of three years, with a selection of other courses delivering essential context, and added insights coming from potential time abroad.

Learn the language spoken by more than 520 million people worldwide by earning a BA in Spanish from the University at Albany.

Acquire the skills necessary to communicate bilingually, an invaluable skill for careers in business, government, education, tourism and social service.

Take a selection of core courses, as well as electives and classes in a concentrated area, which includes a capstone. Explore the program's two different areas of specialization:

• Spanish language, linguistics and teaching
• Hispanic literature and culture

You are encouraged to study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country to enhance your fluency in the language. Fulfill major requirements by taking Spanish language, literature or culture courses during the summer in Spanish America and Spain. Past UAlbany students have studied in Cusco, Havana, San José, Madrid and Valencia.