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Degrees at a Glance

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Full-Time Degrees   Executive Degree

Master of International Affairs

You’re interested in developing the knowledge to engage with global issues and foster international cooperation, guided by data and informed by analysis.

MIA Degree

Master of Public Policy

You’re interested in using data-driven research to understand and design policies that address today’s most pressing domestic and international challenges. STEM-designated program

MPP Degree

Master of Chinese Economic and Political Affairs

You’re interested in using cross-disciplinary tools to dig deeply into the economics and politics of China, as well as to consider its place in the Asia-Pacific region and its relationship with the U.S.

MCEPA Degree

Master of Advanced Studies in International Affairs

You have five or more years of work experience, and you’re interested in developing an executive mindset with skills in policy analysis and precision in tackling regional challenges.

MAS-IA Degree

Ph.D. in Political Science and International Affairs

You’re interested in a research career in political science, with an emphasis in international policy and comparative policy analysis.

Ph.D. Degree

Concurrent Degree Programs

Several five-year concurrent degree programs are offered and are only open to current UC San Diego undergraduate students.

Concurrent Degrees