Master of Arts Public and International Affairs Specialization in Science, Society and Policy

The Graduate School of Public and International Affairs offers a multidisciplinary master’s program focusing on public and international affairs. The degree awarded is the Master of Arts (MA) in Public and International Affairs. The program is offered on a part-time and full-time basis and also offers a coop option to full-time enrolled students.Full-time and part-time students in the Master in Public and International Affairs must successfully complete a total of six core courses, four elective specialized seminars, one capstone seminar and a research paper for a total of 39 units.Public and international affairs is a participating unit in the collaborative program in Science, Society and Policy.The objective of the collaborative program in Science, Society and Policy is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate the challenges confronting decision-making at the interface of science and policy. Students will have an opportunity to explore how evidence is used in decision-making, how current policies shape the scientific enterprise, and how emerging technologies interact with society.The program is governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies.