244 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Health Administration programme at the University of British Columbia is a 24-month professional course designed for healthcare leaders. Delivered in person at the Vancouver campus, this public study mode features a modular weekend format. It provides the essential management foundations required for senior roles.

The Film Production and Creative Writing MFA at the University of British Columbia is a prestigious, full-time master’s programme delivered in person. This public degree focuses on directing and screenwriting for those with a film background. It offers intensive training over a standard two-year duration in Vancouver.

The Law (Common Law) Program offered by University of British Columbia is a year-long, course-based professional program that provides foundational training in the Canadian common law system for foreign trained law graduates. 

The M.Sc. in Interdisciplinary Oncology at the University of British Columbia is a research-intensive, in-person programme. This full-time course provides advanced training across diverse cancer-related fields. Students engage in high-level academic study and laboratory work at the Vancouver campus over approximately two years.

The Higher Education Program (HIED) at the University of British Columbia  focuses on the study of all facets of institutions of higher learning. 

The Master of Arts in Science and Technology Studies at the University of British Columbia is a transdisciplinary programme exploring the human dimensions of scientific and technological change. This full-time, public study mode degree lasts two years and is delivered in person at the vibrant Vancouver campus.

The M.Sc. in Experimental Medicine at the University of British Columbia is a research-focused programme exploring disease pathogenesis and therapy. This full-time, in-person course lasts approximately two years. Students engage in advanced medical studies within a world-class public research organisation.

The LLM Taxation program offered by University of British Columbia is a one year, full time non-thesis degree, with a part-time option. 

Aimed at students interested in research, the University of British Columbia MSc in Business Administration is a challenging and rigorous program designed to prepare you for a PhD program and a subsequent career in academia.

The M.A. in Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia is a thesis-based programme focusing on social, behavioural, and managerial sciences. This full-time, in-person course in Vancouver explores sport history and psychology. Students benefit from expert mentorship while completing advanced research training.

The Gender, Race, Sexuality and Social Justice M.A. at the University of British Columbia is a vibrant, interdisciplinary programme. This public study mode course explores global social policy and culture through diverse lenses. Students engage in advanced research and theory to address critical transnational issues.

The M.Sc. in Cell and Developmental Biology at the University of British Columbia is a research-intensive programme delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. This full-time course offers advanced training in biological sciences over a typical duration of two years, utilising a public study mode for all students.

The M.A. in Counselling Psychology at the University of British Columbia is an accredited, in-person programme delivered at the Vancouver campus. This public study mode degree typically spans 3.8 years, integrating advanced coursework with a thesis to prepare students for professional registration and research roles.

The M.Sc. in Genome Science and Technology at the University of British Columbia is a full-time, in-person research programme. Spanning roughly two years, this public study mode focuses on trans-disciplinary technology development. Students engage in high-level genomic research across human, plant, and microbial systems.

The Public Policy and Global Affairs programme at the University of British Columbia is a 20-month, full-time professional course. This degree type focuses on policy analysis and global governance. Students engage in hands-on learning and community fieldwork to prepare for leadership roles in international policy sectors.

The Asian Studies programme at the University of British Columbia is a premier research-based M.A. delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. This full-time course offers deep engagement with diverse humanities disciplines. Students benefit from world-class faculty expertise and extensive library resources over two years.

The M.Sc. in Atmospheric Science at the University of British Columbia is a research-intensive programme delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. This full-time public study mode degree focuses on physical processes and atmospheric understanding, typically completed over two years through coursework and thesis options.

The Archival Studies programme at the University of British Columbia is a public, full-time Master's degree. Spanning approximately two years, this in-person course focuses on archival science and professional record-keeping. Students develop essential skills in managing and preserving vital records within a modern society.

The M.Sc. in Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia is a research-intensive programme delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. Students engage in full-time study involving advanced coursework and a thesis, exploring the complete lifecycle of materials through diverse engineering disciplines.

The M.A. in Philosophy at the University of British Columbia offers advanced training in fundamental inquiry. This two-year programme provides flexible thesis or coursework routes for full-time study. Students develop expert research skills and engage with world-leading faculty at the Vancouver campus in a supportive environment.