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NJIT strives to continually offer advanced training and research in emerging fields. As we work to identify and address industry changes with innovative programs please check here to learn about graduate programs "in the works", to sign up to be notified of program status updates, or to declare your preference for a program that matches your needs.
NEW! Master of Science in Digital Design
The MSDD is a focused degree tailored to produce graduates in as little as one year with skill sets recognized as valuable to the burgeoning digital media industry.
The Master of Science in Digital Design (MSDD) is a low-residency 30-credit to 45-credit intermediate graduate program credential designed to offer paths for students entering with varying levels of previous knowledge and experience. For students with minimal previous formal design experience, or none at all, the degree offers up to 15 credits of preparatory course work. They are offered to position students for success in any of the graduate Digital Design concentrations. Students with more advanced skills, who wish to gain a non-terminal graduate degree credential can do so by earning as few as 30 graduate Digital Design credits.
As a low-residency degree program, a large percentage of course work is available to students in fully online or hybrid learning modes.
Students may take focused MSDD course work in any one of three concentration areas: Animation Essentials, Game Design and Interactivity Essentials, or UI/UX Essentials. The modular curricular structure of the program allows students to earn a stand-alone certificate in any one of these concentrations on their way to a non-terminal graduate degree. Courses in these certificate modules are focused to provide graduates targeted skill and knowledge sets in the general domain of digital design that are currently, and projected to be, in demand in the near to mid- term.
NEW! Master of Fine Arts in Digital Design
The Master of Fine Arts in Digital Design (MFADD) is a low-residency 60-credit to 75-credit terminal graduate program credential designed to offer paths for students entering with varying levels of previous knowledge and experience. For students with minimal previous formal design experience, or none at all, the degree offers up to 15 credits of preparatory course work. They are offered to position students for success in any of the graduate Digital Design concentrations.
Students may take MFADD course work in any of three concentration areas: Animation Essentials, Game Design and Interactivity Essentials, or UI/UX Essentials. The modular curricular structure of the program allows students to earn stand-alone certificates or a Master of Science in Digital Design (MSDD) in any of these concentrations on their way to a terminal degree (MFADD). Courses in these complementary certificate modules may be blended to satisfy specific student interests. These blended concentrations create specialized skill and knowledge sets in the general domain of digital design that are currently, and projected to be, in demand in the near to mid-term.
NOW AVAILABLE! MS in Applied Science for Educators
This program option will strengthen educators' STEM backgrounds for practical application in the classroom and laboratory. This option is designed for practicing secondary school teachers with a bachelor's degree.
This program will require the student to complete 30 credits of graduate coursework; 9 credits of core courses, 18-15 credits of specialization courses, and a Master's Project (3 credits) or Thesis (6 credits). Specializations include Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Engineering Management, Information Systems, Architecture, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and a customized concentration that can be developed with the consultation and approval of a graduate advisor.
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NOW AVAILABLE! Graduate Certificate in Applied Science for Educators
This program option will strengthen educators' STEM backgrounds for practical application in the classroom and laboratory. This certificate is designed for practicing secondary school teachers with a bachelor's degree.
This program will require the student to complete 15 credits of graduate coursework; 6 credits of core courses and 9 credits of specialization courses. Specializations include Professional and Technical Communication, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Engineering Management, Information Systems, Architecture, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics.
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Professional Options for some of our innovative MS programs
Earn targeted science or technology industry understanding, and gain the tools to lead in today’s competitive world. NJIT’s tracks for professionals in master’s degree programs provide the topical expertise in addition to training in management, communications and finance.
NOW AVAILABLE! Cyber Defense for Professionals, a new option for the MS in Cyber Security and Privacy
This program option will create leaders with strong communication and management skills in addition to the strong technical knowledge in security and privacy of computer systems, networks and web applications. This option is designed for working professionals or students who already have acquired some professional experience.
This program will require 36 credits of graduate coursework in Computer/Information Science courses, Professional Communications courses, and Management courses. Program faculty include NJIT's renowned experts in information security and data protection research as well as top industry leaders from NJIT's vast network of alumni, corporate partners, and change leaders.
NJIT has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.
This program is available now. Click here to learn more and apply today!
NOW AVAILABLE! Cell and Gene Therapy, a new option for the MS in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
This program option will create leaders with strong communication and management skills in addition to the strong technical knowledge in biotechnology for the rapidly changing biopharmaceutical industry. This option is designed for working professionals or students who already have acquired some professional experience.
This program will require 30 credits of graduate coursework in Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Professional Communications, and Management. Program faculty includes NJIT’s renowned experts in chemistry as well as top industry leaders from NJIT's vast network of alumni, corporate partners, and change leaders.
This program is available now. Click here to learn more and apply today!
NOW AVAILABLE! MS in Information Systems Professional Management Option
This 36-credit program will create leaders with strong communication and management skills in addition to solid technical knowledge in data analytics, and the analysis, design, and implementation of information systems. This option is designed for working professionals or students who already have acquired some professional experience.
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