School Details
Founded in 1837, the University of Louisville is a state supported research university located in Kentucky’s largest metropolitan area. It was a municipally supported public institution for many decades prior to joining the university system in 1970. The University has 12 academic schools and colleges.
UofL offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
The University’s mission is to teach a diverse student population, practice and apply research, and provide engaged service outreach to the local and global community. Select degrees are available online. Students can achieve the education they need to accomplish goals from wherever is most convenient. Courses are taught by world-class university faculty who teach online and on campus, meaning students get the UofL experience without ever stepping foot on campus.
Accreditation & Licensing
University of Louisville is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
The online BA in Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies offers an interdisciplinary curriculum focused on understanding the social issues of diversity and social justice. Graduates are equipped to develop viable solutions to problems in their own communities through a study of how gender disparities connect with:
- Poverty;
- Racism;
- Heterosexism; and
- Other forms of inequality
Business
Strong communication skills can benefit you in nearly any field you choose. The online bachelor’s degree in Communication helps you develop writing and verbal abilities while preparing to take on workplace challenges.
Both a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science are available with this major. The Bachelor of Arts track features an overall focus on oral and written communication, paired with studies of how humans communicate with one another. Both degree choices enable you to analyze and use in-demand communication methods in the workplace.
Graduates can work in any industry, but often find success in settings such as:
- Radio stations
- Advertising agencies
- News organizations
- Government agencies
- Nonprofit organizations
- Public relations firms
Prepare for success in any facet of the business world with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. This program provides a comprehensive look at all aspects of business, while allowing you to use elective courses to focus on your areas of interest.
Core coursework includes studies of economics, marketing, accounting, finance, operations, leadership, and more. In this online Business Administration degree, you will also gain experience with data analytics and other technological business tools. Graduates will benefit from extensive knowledge of general business practices, effective communication skills, and key leadership and decision-making abilities.
A few of the courses offered in this program include:
- Legal environment of business
- Management and organizational behavior
- Operations and supply chain management
- Business strategy and policy
Prepare for a successful career in accounting with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration focusing on Accountancy. The principles learned in this program will benefit you in a wide range of career paths. Courses help prepare you to sit for the CPA exam.
Courses cover key aspects of marketing, management, finance, and economics. You will gain important technical skills with tax accounting databases, Microsoft Office, Tableau, and more. Advance your career with the tax and auditing expertise you gain in this online Accounting degree.
Graduates can pursue job opportunities such as:
- Auditor
- Certified Public Accountant
- Cost estimator
- Financial advisor
- Tax examiner
- Bookkeeper
- Finance analyst
Strong communication skills can benefit you in nearly any field you choose. The online bachelor’s degree in Communication helps you develop writing and verbal abilities while preparing to take on workplace challenges.
Both a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science are available with this major. The Bachelor of Science option takes on the technical aspects of communication, with coursework in areas such as copywriting and public speaking. Both degree choices enable you to analyze and use in-demand communication methods in the workplace.
Graduates can work in any industry, but often find success in settings such as:
- Radio stations
- Advertising agencies
- News organizations
- Government agencies
- Nonprofit organizations
- Public relations firms
Experienced professionals can take their career to the next level with the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and Learning. With nine specialized tracks, students can choose the program that best fits their career goals and personal interests.
Coursework focuses on building key skills in leadership, project management, and organizational change. A Prior Learning Assessment allows you to earn credit for work experience, saving time and money on your degree. You also have the opportunity to earn resume enhancing digital badges from businesses including IBM, Google, Microsoft, and Adobe.
Tracks offered with this online Organizational Leadership degree include:
- Leadership, Training & Organization Development
- Healthcare Leadership
- Project Management for the Modern Workforce
- Digital Leadership/IT
- Diversity, Inclusion, Community Engagement, Equity
- Human Resource Development
- Counseling & Human Relations
- Early Childhood Education
- Career & Technical Education
The Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration takes you through all of the areas you need to understand in order to run a successful sports business. In this program, you will learn about administration, finance, economics, marketing, coaching, and laws relevant to sports. Coursework encourages you to think critically about current issues in the sports industry.
This online sports management degree is designed with flexibility in mind, with online coursework, personal mentoring, and elective choices to match your interests and goals. Guest lectures feature professionals with leadership experience within leading sport business organizations.
Pursue career opportunities such as:
- Event management
- Fitness and wellness
- Sport marketing
- Ticketing and sales
- Facility management
- Professional athletics scout
- Sports writing and broadcasting
The online Certificate in Accounting can fulfill educational needs for a wide range of adult learners. This program can be used to help you change careers, better understand financial information, earn promotions, gain credibility with clients or customers, or meet credit requirements to sit for the CPA exam.
The coursework in this online Accounting program focuses on key areas in financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation, information systems, and auditing. Online, asynchronous classwork allows you to earn your certificate while balancing work and personal commitments. Students can complete the program in three to four semesters.
An elective option allows you to focus your studies on one of the following areas:
- Accounting for not-for-profit organizations
- Advanced accounting problems
- Advanced accounting information systems
- Advanced taxation
- Advanced managerial cost accounting
Business professionals can build important technical and communication skills with the Certificate in Human Resource Leadership online. In this program, you will learn how to use HR strategies to improve individual and team performance, decrease employee turnover, resolve conflict, identify needs, and prepare for organizational change.
Courses explore current and emerging trends and ethical issues in the field, preparing you for potential developments in your workplace. You will learn about topics in job design, recruitment, employee selection, performance evaluation, training, payroll, and more. Graduates will be well equipped to ensure a healthy organizational culture and an engaged workforce.
If you are a current distilled business professional or are interested in joining this interesting job field, consider polishing your business knowledge with the online Graduate Certificate in Distilled Spirits Business. With a university located in the epicenter of the distilled spirits industry, you will learn about the tradition as well as innovations in this job sector.
Guest speakers and corporate fellows offer an inside view of day-to-day operations. Students also have the opportunity to connect and network with other professionals across the industry. Courses in this online business program explore regulatory issues, operations and supply chain, sustainability, brand marketing, and more specifically related to distilled spirits business.
Graduates can pursue positions such as:
- Supply chain manager
- Marketing specialist
- Social media manager
- Sales manager
- Distribution coordinator
- Corporate social responsibility manager
- Brand ambassador
Learn how to successfully navigate the complex opportunities and challenges specific to family-owned businesses with the Graduate Certificate in Family Business Management and Advising. This online program is designed to help current family businesses, future owners, and professional advisors serving these clients.
Coursework explores topics such as governance and wealth creation. Students will gain skills in family business dynamics, transition, and preservation. An added benefit to this online entrepreneurship program is the opportunity to connect with fellow family business owners and advisors across industries and across the country.
Gain important insights into the franchising business with a Graduate Certificate in Franchise Management. If you are just getting started as a franchisee, expanding your business, or seeking a leadership role with a franchisor, this program is for you.
Increase your knowledge of this industry through classwork in franchise law, human resources management, finance, strategic planning, and more. Courses have been designed in partnership with industry executives, and instructors have extensive experience in the franchise business. You will have the opportunity to network with fellow franchise professionals across the country.
Franchise options can be found in many industries, including:
- Food
- Hospitality
- Automotive
- Education
- Health
- Home services
- Retail
Current and aspiring Horse Racing Industry professionals can gain vital skills and knowledge to successfully run their business with this online graduate certificate program. With a university located in the hometown of the Kentucky Derby, you can be assured that courses were developed in partnership with horse racing industry specialists and professors are knowledgeable about the complexities of horse racing business. Classes feature lectures by corporate fellows, integrated case studies, and guest speakers.
Students will learn how to address some of the most important issues in the field. Courses cover topics such as crisis management planning, business ethics, sports and wagering analytics, and leadership strategy, as well as regulations and industry nuances.
If you are interested in a management position or already work in management and want to update your skillset, consider this online Graduate Certificate in Managerial Analytics. With a strong command of analytics, you will be able to take large amounts of data, derive insights, and make the best strategic decisions for your company.
This program covers topics in growing and evolving fields including artificial intelligence, blockchain, spreadsheet modeling, storytelling through data, and more. All courses feature a business management focus. With convenient and flexible online coursework, you can complete your graduate certificate in as little as two semesters without interrupting your current career.
Analytics can be applied across many business areas, including:
- Finance and forecasting
- Price optimization
- Customer acquisition
- Computer information systems
- Web page analysis
- Operations management
- Inventory management
With proven business theories, practices, and leadership skills, this online MBA prepares you to become a more engaged and effective business professional. Students in this program benefit from individualized guidance from business faculty and networking with their cohort of fellow business professionals seeking to increase their skillsets.
Core coursework increases your understanding of topics including strategic managerial communication, financial and managerial accounting, global business, marketing management, and information technology management. Students gain insights into key leadership and management skills. An optional 10-day business study trip provides an opportunity to gain hands-on learning experience through a combination of business site visits and immersion activities.
Students in this online Business Administration degree program can take advantage of a variety of certificate options to customize their degree:
- Distilled Spirits Business
- Family Business Management & Advising
- Franchise Management
- Horse Racing Industry Business
- Managerial Analytics
The master’s degree in HR and Organization Development will help you prepare to advance your career and take on leadership roles through hands-on learning experiences. In this program, you will gain new expertise in the Human Resources field.
The curriculum for this online HR Management degree was developed by industry experts to align with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Learn how to improve workplace learning and performance, talent acquisition, and evidence-based decision making. Throughout the program, you will create a professional portfolio to prepare you for your next career move.
Students can choose elective coursework from topics including:
- Workplace and information ethics
- Program and organization evaluation
- Global human resource development
- Diversity and inclusion
- Instructional design and development
- Performance management and rewards
Stay competitive in the sports industry with a Master of Science in Sport Administration. This online degree is designed to prepare you for leadership roles by further developing your critical thinking and communication skills, along with practical knowledge in a variety of business areas. You will study topics in management, leadership, research, communication, marketing, policy, and law.
Online coursework and accelerated eight-week courses allow you the flexibility you need to balance your education with your career and personal responsibilities. Graduates of this online sports management degree program will be prepared to take on a variety of roles in the sports world.
Some of the job opportunities available to graduates include:
- Athletic director
- Event manager
- Athletic administrator
- Facility manager
- Sports marketer
- Corporate sponsorship director
Computer Science & IT
Help build or grow your career in geographic mapping and analysis with an online Certificate in Applied Geospatial Technologies. Students in this program receive an introduction to GIS and gain hands-on experience using ArcGIS software.
The online GIS degree teaches students how to apply techniques of Geographic Information Science. Courses examine ways to collect, view, manipulate, and analyze digital geographic data for a variety of uses. Students learn how to connect data sets to landscapes and communities to provide insights about real-world environmental conditions and social issues.
This online geography degree program offers a choice of electives including:
- Remote sensing
- Spatial statistics
- Programming for GIS and spatial data analysis
- GIS and urban demographic analysis
- GIS and water resources
- Spatial and non-spatial database management
The University of Louisville’s Graduate Certificate in Data Mining program is designed to meet the need for trained professionals in the interdisciplinary field of data mining and was developed by the Department of Computer Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) and the Department of Mathematics faculty. Graduates may pursue careers in industries such as insurance, healthcare, retail, education, banking, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, travel, government and intelligence.
The University of Louisville’s Master of Science in Computer Science program is designed for individuals who have an adequate technical background, but do not necessarily have a baccalaureate degree in engineering or computer science. Courses include foundations, software, analytics, electives and a project option.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
The online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice prepares students for success in the criminal justice field. Through this online bachelor’s program, students learn how the system handles crime and offenders, and the various roles of criminal justice practitioners. There are many online resources available to students for academic support and research.
Classes include, but are not limited to:
- Corrections in the United States
- Criminal Behavior
- Criminal Law and Evidence
Career opportunities for graduates include jobs in law enforcement, forensics, private investigation, criminal profiling, probation, parole, intelligence, policing, social work, and more. Classes have a small student-to-faculty ratio to maximize personal attention. Graduates are ready to serve communities in law, politics, court administration, advocacy, and more by obtaining the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.
The online Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity provides the technical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to address cybersecurity challenges. Cybersecurity professionals need to constantly stay ahead of change. This flexible online program gives students the important training and tools to advance their careers.
Class topics include, but are not limited to:
- Information Security
- Mobile Computing
- Data Mining
Career opportunities for graduates include jobs in ethical hacking, security engineering, cybersecurity analysis, and more. Classes are taught by dedicated and experienced practitioners. There are many online academic resources available to students. Graduates are prepared to succeed in the field of cybersecurity.
The online Master of Science in Criminal Justice is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their understanding of the complex issues surrounding crime, law enforcement, corrections, and the justice system as a whole. This advanced degree goes beyond foundational concepts, delving into specialized topics, research methodologies, and policy analysis relevant to contemporary criminal justice practices. The curriculum of the online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program is comprehensive, covering a wide range of topics essential to understanding and addressing issues within the criminal justice system.
Courses include, but are not limited to:
- Capital Punishment
- Gangs in America
- Theories of Crime and Delinquency
Graduates may pursue leadership roles in law enforcement agencies, correctional facilities, government organizations, non-profit organizations, or research institutions. Job titles include criminal investigator, policy analyst, forensic psychologist, probation officer, or crime analyst. As the demand for skilled professionals in this field continues to grow, earning this advanced degree represents a pivotal step toward achieving meaningful impact in communities.
Education
Begin a satisfying career with this online early childhood education degree. Prepare to work with the youngest students, building a foundation even before they enter Kindergarten. Learn to deliver high-quality, effective, and diverse education to students in PreK classrooms.
With this program, you will learn to help at-risk learners in low-income or impoverished communities. The curriculum develops your core education knowledge and communication skills, preparing you for a career in such roles as:
- Childcare professional
- Preschool teacher
- Infant-toddler teacher
- Head Start teacher
- Center director
Work to ensure all students have the opportunity to succeed with this online graduate certificate in applied behavior analysis. This program is for those who have experience in a field related to autism. Learn about the many different types of behavior struggles and autism spectrum disorders, along with how to utilize knowledge to work effectively with those students.
The curriculum in this online special education degree likely consists of such courses as:
- Autism: Methods and Teaching Strategies
- Single Subject Research Methods and Designs
- AAC and a Behavior Analytic Approach to Communication
You will learn from experienced faculty and enjoy the flexibility of studying wherever it is convenient.
Enroll in online higher education degrees and advance professional opportunities. Learn to understand and manage organizational change in higher institutions. Designed for postsecondary administrators, staff, and faculty, this program will provide the skills needed to help your organization effectively navigate and enact change. The curriculum covers such topics as:
- Data-driven decision making
- Managing resources and budgets
- Leading efforts for inclusion and equality
- Fostering change
In as little as two semesters, while learning from an experienced faculty, students can complete this program. If you decide to further your education, all of these courses count towards the MA in Higher Education.
Take your career places with this online ESL certification. If you want to teach English language learners but do not have a background in education, all is not lost. You may choose to teach abroad or in another scenario where a teaching license is not required.
This online ESL degree will teach strategies and methods to equip English Language Learners with the skills needed to strengthen their language proficiency. You will gain essential skills for teaching and/or tutoring non-native English speakers.
This program can be a standalone graduate certificate or as part of a master’s degree.
With the increasing need for leadership administrators in higher education, this online masters in higher education fits the career goals of individuals seeking that path. The curriculum provides insight into administrative challenges and leadership roles. Gain the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to make data-informed decisions, and initiate efforts of organizational change to improve higher education. The focus is on policy, inclusion, and equity.
Customize your degree by choosing to focus your expertise on:
- Higher Education Administration
- Sports Administration
Are you interested in working as an early childhood educator but have a bachelor’s degree in another field? Then this online early childhood education degree may help you meet your goals.
This is an alternative certification program that leads to a teaching certification even if you don’t have a bachelor’s degree in education. Study the latest and most effective pedagogy methods as you prepare to teach diverse groups of students and address their unique needs. The curriculum emphasizes:
- Physical development
- Mental growth
- Socialization skills
Graduates are able to develop a curriculum that will help students engage in critical thinking and lifelong learning. They will also have both a master’s degree in teaching and teacher certification.
This online special education degree is designed for career-changing professionals and for those with a bachelor’s in a field other than education to teach students with disabilities.
The curriculum provides the knowledge and skills to teach students with disabilities that affect their academic achievement and behavior. As you study, coursework includes comprehensive experiences that allow you to immerse yourself in the field.
This online special education degree is flexible. Enjoy personal attention and flexible learning while customizing the program to meet career goals. Concentrations are available in:
- Moderate to Severe Disabilities
- Learning and Behavior Disorders
Prepare for a career working with a growing part of the student population, those with special needs. This online special education degree is helpful for licensed teachers who are seeking specialized skills in working with students with disabilities. The program provides a foundation with theory, methods, and practical skills. Students develop the skills, competencies, and confidence to teach in this online special education degree, covering such topics as strategies for inclusion, behavior management, social skill instruction, and modifying instruction within the general curriculum.
Choose between two concentrations, depending on your interests and career goals:
- Learning and Behavior Disorders
- Moderate to Severe Disabilities
Coursework includes extensive classroom experience. Put your new knowledge and skills to work in the real world while under the supervision of an expert.
Get ready for an exciting career with this online special education degree. Are you interested in working with a growing part of the student population, those on the Autism Spectrum? If so, earning this applied behavioral analysis program online may be the right choice for you.
This program does not lead to teacher certification but is designed for those who want to develop expertise in applied behavior analysis. Learn to compose a comprehensive curriculum that will help those who have an intellectual disability that impedes academic achievement and adaptive behavior skills, such as communication, social behavior, and daily living activities. Graduates are behavior analysts knowledgeable of science and ethics in interactions.
This online special education degree offers the opportunity to complete the practicum hours necessary to sit for the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification exam. These hours also allow you to put your knowledge and skills to use in the real world while still under expert supervision.
Become a leader at the classroom, school, and system level with this online educational leadership degree. Designed for certified teachers, you will not only be a leader but will coach other teachers.
The curriculum develops leadership skills that can impact students and influence peers while helping you better meet the needs of diverse learners. You will improve skills in assessment, evaluation, curriculum, and instruction.
This online educational leadership degree is flexible. Not only can you study wherever it is convenient, but you can collaboratively design your program with a faculty advisor to meet your career goals. Choose an endorsement or concentration. Endorsements are available in:
- Classroom Reading
- Instructional Technology
- English as a Second Language
Specializations available include:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder and Applied Behavior Analysis Concentration
- Enhanced Content Emphasis
Engineering
You can train for a high-paying career with the Graduate Certificate in Six Sigma from the University of Louisville. The online engineering management graduate program advances you as a leader in your industry through such skills as:
- Cutting costs
- Increasing revenue
- Boosting productivity
- Improvement of processes
Through the online engineering management graduate certificate program, you learn industry-proven techniques to lead technical teams. Students find success in completing the Six Sigma Black Belt examination.
You can gain highly focused expertise and build your career with the Graduate Certificate in Structural Engineering from the University of Louisville. The online civil engineering graduate program responds to a need to address our country’s aging domestic infrastructure.
Through the online civil engineering graduate certificate program, you can advance your work in project management, structural design, public works, or other related fields. Your online studies cover such topics as:
- Timber design
- Masonry design
- Pavement design
- Building information modeling
You can drive your career forward with the Graduate Certificate in Transportation Engineering from the University of Louisville. The online civil engineering graduate program imparts superior proficiencies in this high-demand field, such as:
- Public works
- Highway design
- Traffic engineering
- Transportation systems
Through the online civil engineering graduate certificate program, you learn from expert faculty how to develop more sustainable and resilient infrastructure. With government funding to improve infrastructure in the US, now is the time to gain these skills.
You can learn to lead technical teams and increase your salary with the Master of Engineering in Engineering Management from the University of Louisville. The online engineering management master’s degree program adds leadership skills to your engineering knowledge.
Through the online engineering management graduate program, students gain skills in important engineering issues. Your online studies cover such topics as:
- Law
- Marketing
- Project management
- Human resources management
You can keep up with industry advancements with the Master of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Louisville. The online civil engineering master’s degree program offers an innovative curriculum delivered by award-winning faculty.
Through the online civil engineering graduate program, you gain the technical knowledge to stay relevant in this advancing field. Highlights of this program include:
- Management skills
- Changes and new technology in the field
- Staying up-to-date on licensure requirements and standards
- Career service center for job-related needs
You can gain focused expertise to advance your career with the Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Louisville. The online electrical engineering master’s degree program leads to work in such roles as:
- Senior project engineer
- Senior design engineer
- Senior power systems engineer
- Senior electrical controls engineer
Through the online electrical engineering graduate program, you build a broad knowledge base across the engineering disciplines. Graduates appreciate the specialized education to keep up with the advancements in this field.
You can increase your technical engineering skills with the Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from the University of Louisville. The online industrial engineering master’s degree program also imparts business and leadership abilities.
Through the online industrial engineering graduate program, students take coursework in modularized 8-week formats. Graduates find success in such roles as:
- Data scientist
- Human factors engineers
- Process improvement engineers
- User experience designer
You can be an innovator in new energy technologies with the Master of Science in Materials & Energy Science & Engineering from the University of Louisville. The online system engineering master’s degree program trains professionals to meet the rising energy demand across the globe. The multidisciplinary curriculum covers such topics as:
- Physics
- Processing
- Energy conversion and storage
- Systems-level engineering
Through the online systems engineering graduate program, students design and develop potential technologies to solve the methods of generating, storing, and distributing energy. Your online studies delve into the ethical, social, and professional issues of this field.
Healthcare
The online master’s in healthcare administration is for those with at least five years of healthcare experience who are seeking higher level health care leadership roles. Help healthcare advance into the future using technology, analytics, and standards of patient care. Courses in this reputable curriculum build on your experience, focusing on authentic, real-life challenges you will face. Students will learn about:
- Top healthcare organizations
- Data-driven methods of leadership
- Effective management
- External policy that affects management
- Healthcare environments
In as little as two years, students are able to complete this flexible, 100% online degree.
Earn an online masters in health informatics your way, completing the program in as little as 3 semesters or choosing an extended part-time option. Either way, you will be able to complete courses taught by a world-class faculty anytime and anywhere.
Learn to use data-driven actions and decisions as you either start or advance a career in a rapidly growing niche of healthcare. Courses combine healthcare tools and data analytics as you learn how to use data, models, analytics methods and tools to address challenges in healthcare. The curriculum includes real-world experience in an organization of your choice and built-in preparation for the Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) exam through a capstone course.
Math & Science
You can train for a career in quantitative data analysis with the Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics from the University of Louisville. The online biotechnology graduate program appeals to statisticians looking to add skills or those seeking to change careers.
Through the online biotechnology graduate certificate program, you learn to manage data across public health industries. Students find meaningful employment in such areas as:
- Biotech companies
- Healthcare systems
- Businesses and financiers
- Product development
You can become an in-demand biostatistician with the Master of Science in Biostatistics from the University of Louisville. The online biotechnology master’s degree program emphasizes data analysis in dental, healthcare, medical, and nursing applications.
Through the online biotechnology graduate program, students receive a forward-thinking curriculum with state-of-the-art coursework in research design and statistical analysis. Graduates find success working for the following:
- Insurers
- Hospitals and cancer centers
- Pharmaceutical corporations
- Universities and research institutions
Nursing
The online RN to BSN degree completion program from University of Louisville provides registered nurses who have an associate degree in nursing or a nursing diploma the opportunity to earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing in a timely, affordable and convenient manner. Coursework explores topics such as:
- Pathophysiology/Pharmacology
- Evidence Based Practice
- Health Promotion
- Population Health
- Nursing Leadership
- Community Health
Psychology & Human Services
The online bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Louisville examines how the various facets of human psychology impact everyday decision making. Students will learn how to appreciate and influence human behavior in various settings and make a difference in the lives of others.
The program explores psychological concepts such as brain-behavior relationships, abnormal psychology, cognition, mental health, and human development. Graduates will be equipped with critical thinking and research skills desirable in a wide variety of career fields.
Career paths available to graduates include:
- Human resources
- Market research
- Family advocacy and support
- Counseling
- Mental health
- Public relations
- Nonprofit organizations
- Case management
The bachelor’s in Sociology online from the University of Louisville helps students to better understand social issues and make a difference in society. Graduates will be able to take an analytical, evidence-driven approach to social issues and the creation and implementation of social policies.
Courses examine how social structures shape an individual’s attitudes, actions, and opportunities. A special focus is placed on diversity and inequality. Sociology graduates will have the leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills sought after by many professional fields.
Career opportunities for graduates include:
- Social services
- Government and policy-making
- Journalism
- Marketing and public relations
- Advocacy
- Nonprofit organizations
- Public and private research
- Human resources
The online bachelor’s in Social Work focuses on skills and knowledge related to the impact of social work on families, communities, and institutions. Students will gain a foundational understanding of social justice issues in order to enter Social Work practice.
Opportunities exist for hands-on experience through service learning and practicum courses. An optional track is available in Drug and Alcohol Counseling with additional credit requirements. Graduates will be able to enter the UofL master’s in Social Work program with Advanced Standing, allowing the graduate degree to be completed with half the credits of the traditional track.
Social Work graduates will be able to address community issues in a variety of settings including:
- Public school systems
- Hospitals and nursing homes
- Government agencies
- Charitable organizations
- Nonprofits
- Police departments
- Courts
The online master’s in Social Work from the University of Louisville prepares students to promote social justice and be agents for positive change in their community. The program focuses on expanding understanding and application of methods and decision-making practices relevant to Social Work.
Qualified students can complete the Advanced Standing program in half the time as the traditional program. Advanced Standing requires 30 credit hours over two to five semesters. Graduates are eligible to become a Certified Social Worker (CSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
Specializations are available in:
- Alcohol and drug counseling
- Gerontology
- Mental health
- Military social work
- Psychosocial oncology
The online master’s in Social Work from the University of Louisville prepares students to promote social justice and be agents for positive change in their community. The program focuses on expanding understanding and application of methods and decision-making practices relevant to Social Work.
The Alcohol and Drug Counseling concentration is designed for those interested in working as a substance abuse counselor or case manager. Coursework fulfills some requirements to earn the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification.
Classes in this specialization include studies of:
- Motivation and change
- Special issues in drug and alcohol counseling
- Substance use and substance use disorder
The online master’s in Social Work from the University of Louisville prepares students to promote social justice and be agents for positive change in their community. The program focuses on expanding understanding and application of methods and decision-making practices relevant to Social Work.
The Gerontology specialization allows students to become leaders in the field of aging and social work. Graduates will be trained to respond to the needs of older adults and their families. Students have the opportunity to participate in field practice in a variety of gerontology programs and network with professionals in the field.
Courses in this specialization include topics such as:
- Social gerontology
- Social work practice with older persons
- Mental health
- Death and grief
- Psychopathology
- Substance abuse
- Spirituality and social work
The online master’s in Social Work from the University of Louisville prepares students to promote social justice and be agents for positive change in their community. The program focuses on expanding understanding and application of methods and decision-making practices relevant to Social Work.
The Mental Health specialization takes a look at the theories of progression and cause of mental illness, as well as diagnostic and assessment skills. Students will learn about the available mental health services and policies. An advanced practicum allows for firsthand experience in an approved mental health agency.
Courses within this concentration include the following:
- Mental health
- Psychopathology
- Group methods
- Family therapy practice
- Motivation and change
- Death and grief
The online master’s in Social Work from the University of Louisville prepares students to promote social justice and be agents for positive change in their community. The program focuses on expanding understanding and application of methods and decision-making practices relevant to Social Work.
A specialization in Military Social Work equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. Coursework emphasizes theoretical perspectives and policy implications relevant to these groups. An advanced practicum allows students to hone their skills and collaborate with other professionals.
Class topics in this specialization include:
- Military social work
- Mental health
- Family therapy practice
- Psychopathology
- Substance abuse
The online master’s in Social Work from the University of Louisville prepares students to promote social justice and be agents for positive change in their community. The program focuses on expanding understanding and application of methods and decision-making practices relevant to Social Work.
A specialization in Psychosocial Oncology addresses the complex needs of individuals facing a cancer diagnosis. Students will learn how to apply clinical skills such as psychosocial assessments, counseling, leading family meetings, setting goals of care, and making treatment decisions. Graduates of this program receive a Certificate in Psychosocial Oncology along with their master’s degree.
Students in this concentration can study topics including:
- Psychosocial practice in oncology – interpersonal practice
- Community approaches to promote health equity
- Social work and human sexuality
- Death and grief
- Spirituality and social work
- Epidemiology
- Psychopathology