A tier one research university, UC Santa Barbara is renowned for impact across the disciplines. Same goes for our faculty, who are as accessible as they are distinguished. See for yourself. Come make your mark in one of our 50-plus master’s degree or Ph.D. programs.
Graduate Degrees
UCSB offers master’s degree and Ph.D. tracks in diverse disciplines, with top programs in engineering, the sciences, social sciences, humanities, education and the arts. Many of them are inherently interdisciplinary, such as Materials Science, Global and International Studies, and Media Arts and Technology.
Graduate Division
A world-class education and the opportunities, resources, and support for career attainment — that’s what we provide our graduate students. We strive to cultivate individual strengths and talents and welcome every student as our partner. We value collaboration and discovery across disciplines and recognize the critical role of diversity in realizing our potential for excellence and innovation.
Bren School of Environmental Science & Management
Striving to solve environmental problems by integrating science, management, law, economics, and policy — a unique and celebrated interdisciplinary approach. Meet the Bren School.
The Gevirtz Graduate School of Education
Getting smart about educational issues. Innovating new educational models. Developing future leaders of public education. Ensuring high-quality education for children. We are The Gevirtz School.
Technology Management
Offering master’s and doctoral degrees, the Department of Technology Management is training future global leaders of technology and business, fostering a new generation of scholars and cultivating cutting-edge research.
Master of Engineering and Technology Leadership Program – Online
The Master of Engineering and Technology Leadership (METL) online program prepares engineers and technology professionals to become effective leaders in complex, innovation-driven industries. METL students build a foundation in leadership and management, coupled with technical expertise in one of four cutting-edge tracks: AI and Machine Learning for Science and Technology, Quantum Information, Semiconductor Technology, or Technology Management.