Liberal Arts
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Liberal Arts, M.A.
The Master of Arts in Liberal Arts (MALA) offered through the College of Liberal Arts at MTSU is an interdisciplinary program offering a thesis and non-thesis option.
The Master of Arts in Liberal Arts (MALA) is a broadly interdisciplinary program allowing students to construct a personal plan of study from within the College of Liberal Arts departments and programs, which include the following:
- Art
- Communication Studies
- English
- World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
- Global Studies and Human Geography
- History
- Music
- Philosophy
- Political Science and International Relations
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Theatre and Dance
With the guidance of the program director, students build a program of study that will enhance career opportunities, provide preparation for further graduate study, or create opportunities for lifelong learning. MTSU's Master of Arts in Liberal Arts is an innovative program allowing students to earn a graduate degree through a course of study built around the subjects that they find most interesting and captivating. Anyone holding a bachelor's degree can pursue long-held or new passions through a personally customized program developed around individual interests. Lifelong learners, professionals, students returning to school after a break, and recent graduates can find the flexibility to fit their educational needs through this unique master's program. Students attend engaging courses and have opportunities to participate in projects in the region or even enroll in education-abroad courses around the world. Top-quality professors bring varying research and teaching interests to the classroom through inspiring instruction. The Master of Arts in Liberal Arts allows students to refine skills, expand their horizons, learn for the joy of it, and obtain the graduate degree they have always wanted.
A number of our courses are designated EXL and MT Engage indicating they contain hands on, reflective learning opportunities.
News Briefs
MTSU liberal arts master’s director touts program variety, alumni success
Let’s just say MTSU’s Janet McCormick is fond of directing the Master of Arts in Liberal Arts, or “MALA,” graduate program, a flexible advanced degree that provides students greater liberty in crafting a program of study catered to their unique interests. “I love it,” McCormick said. “It’s unique because it’s an interdisciplinary program. It can be adapted to student and employer needs, [ Read More ]
News Briefs
MTSU liberal arts master’s director touts program variety, alumni success
Let’s just say MTSU’s Janet McCormick is fond of directing the Master of Arts in Liberal Arts, or “MALA,” graduate program, a flexible advanced degree that provides students greater liberty in crafting a program of study catered to their unique interests. “I love it,” McCormick said. “It’s unique because it’s an interdisciplinary program. It can be adapted to student and employer needs, [ Read More ]
Liberal Arts, M.A.
Most professions need people with problem-solving and communication skills who understand global systems, can research a broad variety of topics, and can learn on the job. MALA graduates come from and/or choose career fields such as:
- Advertising
- Arts
- Education
- Human resources
- Medicine
- Military
- Ministry
- Nonprofits
- Politics
- Public relations
- Urban planning/city management
- Writing/editing
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake .
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