Instructional Leadership, emphasis: K-12 School Leadership (MEd)
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Departments and programs

Make a difference in the world. Find your opportunity.

The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Northern Arizona University offers a wide range of degree and certificate programs to help you study and understand the world around you. Prepare for a career that makes a difference in the world.

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Anthropology

If culture and history intrigue you, help us research humanity’s past. Pursue a career in Anthropology.
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Applied Indigenous Studies

Make an impact in the lives of global Indigenous and tribal communities through the Applied Indigenous Studies program.
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Communication

Explore the many ways communication builds relationships and culture in our School of Communication.
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Criminology and Criminal Justice

Pursue a meaningful career that advances the cause of justice in our Criminology and Criminal Justice program.
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Ethnic Studies

Explore race, ethnicity, nationality, and identity in a changing world in our Ethnic Studies program.
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Geography, Planning, and Recreation

Build better communities through planning and development, geospatial technologies, and human-environmental systems in our Geography, Planning, and Recreation program.
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Politics and International Affairs

Study the theory, principles, and practice of government and politics at the local, national, and international levels in our Politics and International Affairs program.
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Psychological Sciences

Improve your knowledge of the mind, brain, and human behavior in our Department of Psychological Sciences.
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Social Work

Pursue your passion for social justice, change, and human rights with a rewarding career in social work.
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Sociology

Gain a better understanding of society and apply skills in research, community engagement, and experiential learning in our sociology programs.
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Sustainable Communities

Inspire social change and solve environmental challenges in our Sustainable Communities program.
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University Studies

Integrate your varied interests and career goals in a personalized path with a Bachelor of University Studies.
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Women’s and Gender Studies

Explore issues of gender, class, race, and sexuality to improve human rights and social justice in our Women’s and Gender Studies program.