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37 Master's degrees offered by the university
History of Art and Architecture
The History of Art and Architecture at the University of California, Santa Barbara is a comprehensive graduate programme offering MA and PhD tracks. This full-time course focuses on diverse global periods and media. Students benefit from extensive research facilities and museum resources at the prestigious California campus.
Applied Mathematics
The Applied Mathematics programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara is a postgraduate Master of Arts degree. This full-time course focuses on solving complex problems across various human endeavours. Students engage in rigorous training designed to expand the reach and clarity of modern mathematical thought.
Political Science
The Political Science programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers a comprehensive exploration of power, governance, and public policy. This full-time undergraduate degree provides students with the analytical tools to understand global political systems and prepares them for diverse professional paths.
Philosophy
The study of Philosophy at University of California, Santa Barbara is oriented towards analytic philosophy.
Marine Science
The Marine Science programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers an interdisciplinary approach to oceanography and aquatic biology. This full-time course provides students with a deep understanding of marine ecosystems and physical processes, leveraging the university's coastal location for research.
Theater Studies
The Theater Studies programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers a comprehensive exploration of dramatic arts and performance. This full-time undergraduate degree provides students with a rigorous academic foundation in theatre history and practice, delivered on-campus at this prestigious institution.
Materials
The Materials programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers an elite academic environment for advanced scientific research. This full-time degree focuses on the intersection of chemistry and engineering. Students benefit from world-class facilities and a rigorous curriculum designed for future innovators.
English
The English programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers advanced MA and PhD tracks. This full-time, on-campus course focuses on literary scholarship and theory. Students engage in deep textual analysis and research within a supportive academic community at a world-renowned research institution.
Education
The Education programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers a comprehensive academic foundation for students interested in pedagogical theory and practice. This full-time degree provides a rigorous exploration of educational systems, preparing graduates for diverse professional roles within the sector.
Anthropology
The Anthropology programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara is a comprehensive M.A./Ph.D. track. This full-time, on-campus course offers advanced research training in human culture and biology. Students benefit from high national visibility and expert faculty guidance throughout their graduate studies.
Chicana and Chicano Studies
The Chicana and Chicano Studies M.A./Ph.D. at the University of California, Santa Barbara is an advanced, full-time research programme. This interdisciplinary course focuses on history, social processes, and cultural production. It offers a comprehensive doctoral path for scholars dedicated to Latinx and Chicana communities.
Comparative Literature
The Comparative Literature programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers advanced doctoral training in world cultures and literary theory. This full-time M.A./Ph.D. track requires proficiency in multiple languages, preparing scholars for global careers through rigorous research and interdisciplinary study.
Art
The Art programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara is a two-year, full-time MFA degree designed for aspiring professional artists. This theory-based course promotes cross-disciplinary production within a cultural studies context, allowing students to develop a sophisticated studio practice and a written thesis.
Computer Science
The Computer Science programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers advanced M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. This full-time, on-campus course focuses on research and foundations in computing. Students engage with world-renowned faculty in a dynamic environment designed to prepare the next generation of global leaders.
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
The Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers an intensive full-time learning experience. This degree focuses on the fundamental mechanisms of life, providing students with a robust scientific foundation within a world-class research organisation.
Geography
The Geography programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers advanced M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. This research-focused course provides interdisciplinary training for those seeking a deep understanding of the world. Students can study full-time to prepare for careers in science, government, and original research.
Statistics
Our department offers a Masters Degree in Statistics at the University of California, Santa Barbara that prepares students for employment in a wide variety of fields including insurance, pharmaceuticals, consulting, and government.
Linguistics
The Linguistics programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers an advanced exploration of language structures and social interaction. This full-time degree focuses on empirical research and theoretical depth, providing students with expert training in discourse-based and socially grounded linguistic analysis.
Sociology
The Sociology programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers a comprehensive full-time undergraduate degree. This academic course provides students with a deep understanding of social structures and human behaviour. Based at the prestigious California campus, the curriculum focuses on rigorous research and theory.
Electrical & Computer Engineering
The Electrical & Computer Engineering programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers advanced M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. This full-time, on-campus course focuses on cutting-edge research and device fabrication. Students benefit from a world-class academic environment at a leading research institution.