26 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology M.Sc. at the University of California, Santa Cruz is a research-focused programme delivered via a public study mode. This advanced degree requires a faculty sponsor and emphasizes deep scientific inquiry into biological systems, preparing students for high-level laboratory careers.

The Physics programme at University of California, Santa Cruz is a public M.Sc. degree designed for advanced scientific mastery. This full-time course provides a rigorous foundation in theoretical and experimental physics, preparing students for high-level research roles through extensive laboratory and academic training.

The Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology M.Sc. at University of California, Santa Cruz is a full-time, interdisciplinary programme. Students explore how pathogens and chemicals impact human health and the environment. This public study mode course focuses on bioremediation, disease mechanisms, and novel therapies.

The Ecology and Evolutionary Biology M.A. at University of California, Santa Cruz is a full-time postgraduate programme. This public course focuses on the evolutionary processes shaping life on Earth. Students engage in world-class research across diverse ecosystems, from redwood forests to marine environments.

Chemistry from University of California, Santa Cruz is designed to help students develop into independent scholars while pursuing the excitement of scientific research in a personal, supportive environment.

Linguistics from University of California, Santa Cruz aims to develop student's ability to communicate concepts and results to other experts in the field