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Master of Arts in American Studies
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  Graduate School–Newark 2010–2012 Programs, Faculty, and Courses American Studies 050 Master of Arts in American Studies  

Master of Arts in American Studies


Master's degree candidates are expected to complete 24 credits of coursework, including two core courses and substantial work in at least one interdisciplinary area and 6 credits of thesis work or internship.

Following are the master's program graduation requirements:

Courses (24 credits)
    * Core courses in the theory and methodology of American studies 
                26:050:501  Introduction to American Studies (3 credits)
                26:050:502  Research Seminar (3 credits)
     * Major interdisciplinary area (12 credits)
     * Elective work in other disciplines or interdisciplinary areas (6 credits)

Thesis Option (6 credits)

Students who choose not to prepare a master's thesis will take an additional 6 credits in electives.


 
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