Degrees by Topic

The ideal topic for your degree should align with your passions, strengths, career goals, and the current and future needs of the job market. Find the right degree program for you with this collection of resources.

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[Feature image] CU Boulder's ME-EM faculty director Christy Bozic's professional headshot.

CU Boulder ME-EM Faculty Director Christy Bozic on the Importance of Leadership Skills in Tech

Bozic teaches the project management courses in the University of Colorado Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management degree, available on Coursera.

December 20, 2023

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[Featured image] University of Colorado Boulder professor Sriram Sankaranarayanan.

The Ultimate Course on Problem-Solving: Professor Sriram Sankaranarayanan Talks Algorithms

The University of Colorado Boulder faculty member teaches the Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms specialization, which serves as a performance-based pathway into either the computer science or data science master’s program.

November 10, 2023

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[Featured Image] Two students earning a computer science degree are sitting together and studying while looking at their computers.

Is a Computer Science Degree Worth It?

Take a closer look at what a computer science (CS) degree can mean for your career path, salary, and skills development.

November 1, 2023

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[Feature image] CU Boulder's ME-EM faculty director Christy Bozic's professional headshot.

CU Boulder ME-EM Faculty Director Christy Bozic on the Importance of Leadership Skills in Tech

Bozic teaches the project management courses in the University of Colorado Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management degree, available on Coursera.

December 20, 2023

Article

[Featured image] University of Colorado Boulder professor Sriram Sankaranarayanan.

The Ultimate Course on Problem-Solving: Professor Sriram Sankaranarayanan Talks Algorithms

The University of Colorado Boulder faculty member teaches the Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms specialization, which serves as a performance-based pathway into either the computer science or data science master’s program.

November 10, 2023

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These courses may be eligible for degree credit

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Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Brainstorming, Planning, AI literacy, Visual Storytelling, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Presentations, Business Communication, Data Visualization, Research, Project Management, Machine Learning

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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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Status: AI skills

Google

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Validation, Ggplot2, Google Sheets, Sampling (Statistics), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, LinkedIn, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File Management, Web Presence, Data Structures, Interviewing Skills

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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Status: Free Trial
Status: AI skills

Google

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Google Gemini, Generative AI, AI literacy, Model Training, AI Integrations, Google Sheets, Critical Thinking, Innovation

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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

[Featured Image] A graduate student earning a master's in IT management is studying at their desk and looking at their computer.

Master’s in IT Management: 2026 Degree Guide

Learn what you can expect from an advanced IT degree, including common coursework, tuition, and the type of jobs associated with these programs.

October 23, 2023

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[Featured image] Brendan McKiernan stands smiling in front of a classroom whiteboard.

Meet the Statistics Teacher Who's Going Back to School for Data Science

Earning an advanced degree can be a valuable way to transition careers. Learn more about high school stats teacher Brendan McKiernan’s decision to go back to school.

October 10, 2023

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[Featured image] A CS master's degree student in a checkered shirt sits in front of a desktop computer and a laptop computer.

CS Master's Requirements: How to Get a Master's in Computer Science

Learn more about the type of coursework and other requirements you'll need to fulfill to graduate with your master's degree in computer science.

October 5, 2023

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[Featured image] Rob Jaworski, a master's student at CU Boulder, stands on a beach wearing sunglasses and smiling.

‘A Bucket List To-Do’: One Student’s Path to a Master’s Degree in Engineering Management

First-generation college student Rob Jaworski has always wanted to earn his master’s degree. It took the University of Colorado Boulder’s flexible online master’s program to make his dream a reality.

October 2, 2023

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[Featured image] University of Colorado Boulder master's student Sneha Natekar stands in front of some trees

How One Software Developer’s Leadership Aspirations Led Her to Graduate School

Sneha Natekar believed a master’s degree program in engineering management from the University of Colorado Boulder would help her build the fundamentals to pursue a managerial role.

September 14, 2023

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[Featured image] A person wearing glasses stands over a robotics work table staring at their laptop.

Your Guide to Artificial Intelligence (AI) Degrees

When you're interested in working in AI, earning a bachelor's or master's degree in the field can be a great way to develop or advance your knowledge.

August 17, 2023

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[Featured image] University of Colorado Boulder MS in Data Science student Stanislav Liashkov

Meet the 18-Year-Old Getting His Master’s Degree in Data Science

With the University of Colorado Boulder's performance-based admission, Stanislav Liashkov was able to jump from high school to a master's degree.

June 2, 2023

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[Featured image] A physical therapist with a degree assists an elderly patient with the help of a resistance band.

Do I Need a Physical Therapy Degree to Become a Physical Therapist?

Discover the many physical therapy specialties and places to work as a physical therapist that you can choose from when you earn your physical therapy degree.

April 29, 2023

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[Featured Image] A bachelor's degree graduate holds a diploma.

What Is a Bachelor’s in Nursing? 2026 Degree Guide

Earn a bachelor's in nursing degree to pursue a career as a nurse. Discover bachelor's in nursing career paths, specific jobs, and top employers for BSN degree graduates.

February 24, 2023

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[Featured Image] Two students earning a computer science degree are sitting together and studying while looking at their computers.

Is a Computer Science Degree Worth It?

Take a closer look at what a computer science (CS) degree can mean for your career path, salary, and skills development.

November 1, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] A graduate student earning a master's in IT management is studying at their desk and looking at their computer.

Master’s in IT Management: 2026 Degree Guide

Learn what you can expect from an advanced IT degree, including common coursework, tuition, and the type of jobs associated with these programs.

October 23, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Brendan McKiernan stands smiling in front of a classroom whiteboard.

Meet the Statistics Teacher Who's Going Back to School for Data Science

Earning an advanced degree can be a valuable way to transition careers. Learn more about high school stats teacher Brendan McKiernan’s decision to go back to school.

October 10, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A CS master's degree student in a checkered shirt sits in front of a desktop computer and a laptop computer.

CS Master's Requirements: How to Get a Master's in Computer Science

Learn more about the type of coursework and other requirements you'll need to fulfill to graduate with your master's degree in computer science.

October 5, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Rob Jaworski, a master's student at CU Boulder, stands on a beach wearing sunglasses and smiling.

‘A Bucket List To-Do’: One Student’s Path to a Master’s Degree in Engineering Management

First-generation college student Rob Jaworski has always wanted to earn his master’s degree. It took the University of Colorado Boulder’s flexible online master’s program to make his dream a reality.

October 2, 2023

Article

[Featured image] University of Colorado Boulder master's student Sneha Natekar stands in front of some trees

How One Software Developer’s Leadership Aspirations Led Her to Graduate School

Sneha Natekar believed a master’s degree program in engineering management from the University of Colorado Boulder would help her build the fundamentals to pursue a managerial role.

September 14, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A person wearing glasses stands over a robotics work table staring at their laptop.

Your Guide to Artificial Intelligence (AI) Degrees

When you're interested in working in AI, earning a bachelor's or master's degree in the field can be a great way to develop or advance your knowledge.

August 17, 2023

Article

[Featured image] University of Colorado Boulder MS in Data Science student Stanislav Liashkov

Meet the 18-Year-Old Getting His Master’s Degree in Data Science

With the University of Colorado Boulder's performance-based admission, Stanislav Liashkov was able to jump from high school to a master's degree.

June 2, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A physical therapist with a degree assists an elderly patient with the help of a resistance band.

Do I Need a Physical Therapy Degree to Become a Physical Therapist?

Discover the many physical therapy specialties and places to work as a physical therapist that you can choose from when you earn your physical therapy degree.

April 29, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] A bachelor's degree graduate holds a diploma.

What Is a Bachelor’s in Nursing? 2026 Degree Guide

Earn a bachelor's in nursing degree to pursue a career as a nurse. Discover bachelor's in nursing career paths, specific jobs, and top employers for BSN degree graduates.

February 24, 2023

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Deciding on a topic for your degree can be an exciting moment along your learning journey, but the choice can also feel overwhelming given the number of subjects available to study. While it's becoming increasingly common to choose a degree topic based on the career options you'll have after graduation, that's only one factor. Many students pursue their passion, develop their interests, or follow their values, knowing that they're building useful skills to help them pursue a range of opportunities. Some popular degree topics include:

  • Business degrees

  • Health degrees

  • Computer science degrees

  • Data science degrees

  • IT degrees

  • Humanities and liberal arts degrees

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