ACADEMICS



College of Arts and Sciences
The Oakland University College of Arts and Sciences is comprised of 16 departments devoted to teaching and researching liberal arts, including the humanities, social sciences, visual and performing arts, and mathematical and laboratory sciences.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
- American Studies (Concentration)
- Anthropology, B.A.
- Art History, B.A.
- Biology, B.A.
- Biology, B.S.
- Biomedical Sciences, B.S.
- Bioengineering, B.S.
- Chemistry, B.S.
- Biochemistry, B.S.
- Environmental Science, B.S.
- Engineering Chemistry, B.S.
- Chinese Studies, B.A.
- Communication, B.A.
- Communication, Accelerated B.A. to M.A.
- Creative Writing, B.A.
- Criminal Justice, B.A.
- Dance, B.A.
- Dance, B.F.A.
- Economics, B.A.
- English, B.A.
- Film, B.A.
- Film Production, B.A.
- French Language and Literature, B.A.
- German Language and Literature, B.A.
- Graphic Design, B.A.
- History, B.A.
- International Relations, B.A.
- Japanese Language and Literature, B.A.
- Japanese Studies, B.A.
- Journalism B.A.
- Latin American Languages and Civilization, B.A.
- Latin American Studies, B.A.
- Linguistics, B.A.
- Mathematics, B.A.
- Mathematics, B.S.
- Applied Statistics, B.S.
- Actuarial Science, B.S.
- Music Education (choral, instrumental, general music), B.M.
- Performance (instrumental, piano, voice), B.M.
- Music Education and Performance, B.M.
- Music Technology, B.M.
- Music, B.A.
- Philosophy, B.A.
- Physics, B.A.
- Physics, B.S.
- Engineering Physics, B.S.
- Medical Physics, B.S.
- Political Science, B.A.
- Political Science, B.A., with Specialization in Courts, Justice and Politics
- Political Science and Juris Doctor, B.A. - 3+3
- Pre-law (Concentration)
- Professional and Digital Writing, B.A.
- Pre-medical/Pre-health Studies
- Psychology, B.A.
- Psychology and Juris Doctor, B.A. - 3+3
- Public Administration and Public Policy, B.S.
- Public Relations and Strategic Communication, B.A.
- Social Work, B.S.W.
- Sociology, B.A.
- Spanish Language and Literature, B.A.
- Studio Art, B.A.
- Theatre, B.A.
- Acting, B.F.A.
- Musical Theatre, B.F.A.
- Theatre Design and Technology, B.F.A.
- Women and Gender Studies, B.A.
- Secondary Teacher Education Programs
MASTER'S PROGRAMS
- Biology, M.A.
- Biology, M.S.
- Chemistry, M.S.
- Communication, M.A.
- English, M.A.
- History, M.A.
- Liberal Studies, M.A.
- Linguistics, M.A.
- Industrial Applied Mathematics, M.S.
- Applied Statistics, M.S.
- Mathematics, M.A.
- Conducting
- Music Education
- World Percussion Performance
- Pedagogy
- Performance
- Physics, M.S.
- Psychology, M.S.
- Accelerated Psychology, M.S.
- Public Administration (MPA)
- Social Work (MSW)
- Social Work: Advanced Standing)
DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
DEPARTMENTS
- Art and Art History
- Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Communication, Journalism, and Public Relations
- English
- History
- Linguistics
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Modern Languages and Literatures
- Music, Theatre and Dance
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work and Criminal Justice
- Writing and Rhetoric



School of Business
AACSB-International accredited undergraduate and graduate programs center on integrating theory, leading-edge research and real-world experience to give you a true understanding of how business works, preparing you for professional success.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
- Accounting, B.S.
- Business Actuarial Science, B.S.
- Business Analytics Minor
- Business Minor
- Business Economics, B.S.
- Economics, B.S.
- Economics, B.A.
- Entrepreneurship Minor
- Finance, B.S.
- General Management, B.S.
- Human Resource Management, B.S.
- Information Security Management Minor
- Management Information Systems, B.S.
- Marketing, B.S.
- Operations Management, B.S.
MASTER'S PROGRAMS
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES



School of Education and Human Services
SEHS students, alumni and faculty enhance their communities, shape the future of their professions and touch the lives of thousands of learners, from pre-schoolers to professionals, inner-city teens to teachers in rural Chinese classrooms.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
MASTER'S PROGRAMS
- Master of Arts in Counseling - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Master of Arts in Counseling - School Counseling
- Early Childhood Education, M.Ed.
- Educational Leadership, M.Ed.
- Elementary Education, M.A.T.
- Higher Education Leadership, M.Ed.
- Organizational Leadership
- Reading and Language Arts, M.A.T.
- Secondary Education, M.A.T.
- Special Education, M.Ed.
- Teacher Leadership, M.Ed.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: Advanced
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: Basic
- Human Diversity Inclusion and Social Justice
- Lean Leadership
- Master of Education in Special Education: Specific Learning Disability (SLD)
- Specific Learning Disability Certificate: Advanced
- Specific Learning Disability Certificate: Basic
- Special Education Certificates
POST MASTER'S CERTIFICATES
DEPARTMENTS



School of Engineering and Computer Science
Leveraging OU's proximity to high-tech industry, students and faculty take advantage of unique internships, research and learning opportunities within automotive, energy, IT, defense, manufacturing, cyber security, software, medical and other sectors. The school's research centers allow scholars to collaborate with companies on a local and national level, as well as with government agencies.
MASTER'S PROGRAMS
- Computer Science, M.S.
- Cyber Security, M.S.
- Electrical and Computer Engineering, M.S.
- Embedded Systems, M.S.
- Engineering Management, M.S.
- Engineering Management, M.S. Online
- Industrial and Systems Engineering, M.S.
- Mechanical Engineering, M.S.
- Mechatronics, M.S.
- Software Engineering and Information Technology, M.S.
- Systems Engineering, M.S.
DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
DEPARTMENTS



School of Health Sciences
The School of Health Sciences is passionate about providing students with the best science-based health education, high-quality academic preparation, interdisciplinary teaching and excellence in instruction in the classroom and clinical laboratory.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
- Applied Health Sciences, B.S.
- Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences, B.S.
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography (specialization)
- Histotechnology (specialization)
- Medical Laboratory Science (specialization)
- Nuclear Medicine Technology (specialization)
- Pre-clinical Professions (specialization)
- Pre-pharmacy Sciences (specialization)
- Pre-physician Assistant (specialization)
- Radiologic Technology (specialization)
- Environmental Health and Safety, B.S.
- Environmental Health and Safety / Management, B.S./MSSM Combined Program
- Exercise Science, B.S.
- Exercise Science, B.S./M.S. Combined Program
- Health Sciences, B.S.
- Interdisciplinary Healthcare Studies, B.S.
- Nutrition, B.S.
- Wellness and Health Promotion. B.S.
- Wellness and Health Promotion, B.S./MPH Combined Program
MASTER'S PROGRAMS
DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
- Clinical Exercise Science
- Corporate and Worksite Wellness
- Environmental Health and Safety Management
- Epidemiological Research
- Exercise Science
- Global and Population Health Services
- Health Equity
- Oncology Rehabilitation
- Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy
- Pathology Sciences
- Teaching and Learning for Rehabilitation Professionals
Professional Certificates and Continuing Education



Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine (OUWB) opened in 2011 with a charter class of 50 students. The curriculum is a highly integrated one; combining biomedical science instruction with clinical training. In February 2015, OUWB was granted full accreditation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education.



School of Nursing
More than 95% of our graduates find employment in the tri-county area, contributing to the area's economy. Our clinical partners in education provided 268 clinical rotation sites for undergraduates this past academic year as well as 360 one-on-one preceptor experiences for students to solidify their clinical experience. Our students, in turn, are able to watch, learn and practice in the best hospitals and clinical sites in the state.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
POST-MASTER'S CERTIFICATES
