Master of Social Work

at Shorelight Group - Adelphi University USA

Earning a degree in Spanish opens the door to a career in a number of fields—business, education, journalism, law, law enforcement, library science, medicine, public health, social work, translation and interpreting. You can become a language teacher in the United States or in international schools with an advanced degree in language education, or you could become a professional translator or interpreter.

Why Major in Spanish at Adelphi?

• Receive personal attention in small classes with our distinguished, multilingual professors who are focused on your success.
• Achieve written and oral fluency and a deep understanding of other world cultures as you immerse yourself in a variety of languages and literatures.
• Gain valuable career skills and learn to work with a growing Spanish-speaking population in business, healthcare, or human services fields, or prepare for graduate school to become a language educator.

A psychology degree opens the door to a career in many fields—banking, law,
medicine, research, marketing, human resources and counseling/therapy practice. You can work as a clinical psychologist, a guidance counselor or a mental health counselor with additional training or schooling. Or you can become a researcher or professor by pursuing doctoral studies.

• Study in small classes with expert faculty and learn through internships in local organizations.
• Gain a real research experience working directly with faculty through our Emerging Scholars Program —a yearlong intensive independent study.
• Graduate ready for a career or graduate school.

With a focus on problem-solving and analytical thinking, physics gives you a truly 21st-century skill set. Our physics students have gone on to become successful engineers (civil, biomedical, electrical or mechanical), researchers, computational scientists and teachers.

• Receive one-on-one attention in small classes from exceptional professors who are committed to your success.
• Conduct research in cutting-edge facilities on campus and present your findings at conferences nationwide.
• Tailor your degree to your interests and goals, then graduate prepared to chart your own unique career path.

You can perform in a dance company, or on Broadway, or do commercial work. Pursue a number of different careers including dance therapy, arts management or teaching dance in schools or at a private studio.

• Receive personal attention in small classes taught by our world-class faculty.
• Perform in productions and student workshops under the guidance of our expert faculty and guest choreographers.
• Take advantage of our proximity to New York City by attending performances of renowned companies and work in dance-related internships.

Qualified professional statisticians and data scientists are in high demand in today’s workforce. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a job growth rate of 30 percent for these occupations through 2028—considerably faster than its average forecast.

• Gain mastery over key topics in the statistical research field, from big data to machine learning.
• Benefit from Adelphi’s personalized approach to education by studying in small classes taught by distinguished faculty.
• Graduate career-ready, and ride the wave of today’s constant flow of new data to job success in business, finance, logistics or government.

The profession of accounting is constantly growing and changing—in theories, regulations and practices—and is divided into two broad areas: financial or managerial. A BBA in accounting combines the fundamentals of a business program with concentrated coursework in accounting, preparing graduates to tackle complex business issues upon graduation and into the future. Earning a BBA will have you ready to launch into a successful accounting career in the public and private sectors.

• You’ll be career-ready by the time you graduate, thanks to our unique Willumstad Winning Edge program. You’ll create your résumé, practice your interviewing skills, and get tech credentials like Microsoft Excel certification; you’ll get valuable experience through internships and job shadowing; and you’ll make career connections through our many networking opportunities. You’ll also have your own Edge adviser—in addition to your academic adviser—who will help you create a personalized program geared to your career goals.
• You’ll learn in small classes taught by faculty dedicated to your academic and career success.
• If you enroll in one of our fifth year graduate degree programs, you’ll have the opportunity to prepare for the CPA Exam in on-campus or online classes run by an industry leader, Becker Professional Education.
• You’ll gain valuable internship and career opportunities through our program’s strong connections with accounting firms and successful alumni around the globe.

A Master of Science in Biology from Adelphi opens up a wide range of career paths. Some graduates go on to medical or dental school. Others participate in research doctoral programs. Many others go on to successful careers in biotechnology, public health, or environmental law.

To help you with your career goals, during your M.S. in Biology program you have the option to concentrate in one of three areas:

• Molecular biology
• Physiology
• Ecology, evolution, and conservation biology

Philosophy is an excellent foundation for a career in law and other professions that value critical thinking, clear communication and problem solving, including public service, education, consulting, advocacy, nonprofits, publishing, counseling, and business.

• Receive personal attention in small classes from distinguished faculty who are deeply invested in your success.
• Engage in thought-provoking debates about pressing social and global issues while you gain insight into diverse philosophical traditions.
• Graduate with the creative and critical thinking skills that are prized by employers across many industries.

The Master of Public Health program has been developed with a broad, multidisciplinary perspective. Your professional education will empower you to enhance both public health infrastructure and the health of communities, thanks to:

• A wide range of skills and tools necessary to work in the field of public health.
• The integrated, evidence-based core and foundational courses.
• A focus on both current and emerging key areas of public health.

By the time you graduate, you’ll be prepared to take on an important role as a manager, researcher, advocate, or director in public health organizations.

Make your mark in law, nonprofits, business, international affairs, lobbying or advocacy. Or you can become a policy analyst, legislative assistant, public relations/media specialist, political consultant or market researcher.

• Receive personal attention from award-winning faculty who are recognized nationwide for their teaching and scholarship.
• Learn by doing, through study abroad, a semester in Washington, D.C., internships or a National Model United Nations course.
• Be career-ready by graduation with internships, career development opportunities and our powerful alumni network.