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The Master's Program in Science and Technology Studies

The STS Program explores interdisciplinary approaches to the study of science, technology, and society. Graduates emerge with an ability to identify and examine the conceptual and social dimensions of science and technology simultaneously and in historical perspective.

Achieving this capability at the Master's level enhances a range of undergraduate backgrounds, preparing graduates for intensive research training at the Ph.D. level or qualifying them for positions in government and industry that require addressing and managing complex problems with both technical and non-technical aspects. In addition, the Master's degree can serve as a career enhancement for those whose technical training does not fill their job needs, as a means for opening new career opportunities, and as a broadening experience for those who desire a degree for its own sake.

Plan of Study

Each M.S. student should develop their formal Plan of Study in consultation with their advisory committee. The Graduate School permits STS students to submit the Plan of Study prior to completing 20 credit hours rather than the 12 hours required for most other graduate students. Students are to submit the Plan of Study form with approving signatures from committee members and the STS director to the Center secretary. To change a plan of study once it has been submitted, students must submit a Change of Plan form to the Graduate School.