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72 Master's degrees offered by the university
Corporate Governance and Practice
The Corporate Governance and Practice programme at Stanford University is a full-time, nine-month Master of Laws (LLM) designed for international lawyers. This advanced degree provides rigorous training in transactional law and corporate oversight. Students must be in residence to complete between 35 and 45 credit units.
Statistics
The Statistics programme at Stanford University is a prestigious M.S. degree designed for completion over five to six quarters. This full-time, on-campus course offers a part-time option via the Honors Cooperative Program. Students must complete 45 units of advanced coursework to master modern statistical methods and theory.
Communication - Media Studies Track
The Communication - Media Studies Track at Stanford University is a prestigious coterminal M.A. programme. Designed for high-achieving students, this full-time course requires 45 units of advanced study. It offers a deep dive into media psychology and digital culture, typically completed over several consecutive quarters.
Musicology
The Musicology programme at Stanford University offers an intensive PhD pathway for scholars. This full-time, campus-based degree focuses on systematic research and independent scholarship. Students progress through advanced coursework and qualifying exams before completing a substantial dissertation in their chosen field.
Slavic Languages and Literature
The Slavic Languages and Literature programme at Stanford University offers a comprehensive study of Russian culture, literary theory, and history. Available as a full-time B.A. (Hons), M.A., or Ph.D., the degree provides students with deep linguistic expertise and access to world-class research archives in California.
Mechanical Engineering
The Mechanical Engineering programme at Stanford University is a Master of Science degree designed for aspiring industry professionals. This 45-unit course offers flexible study modes, including full-time and part-time online options. Students engage with advanced research and technical design over a standard one-year duration.
Stanford Teaching Education Program (STEP)
The Stanford Teaching Education Program (STEP) at Stanford University is a premier postgraduate qualification designed to develop leading agents for change in global classrooms. This intensive programme integrates rigorous research with practical training to prepare educators for impactful careers in teaching and education.
Coterminal Program in Geological Sciences
The Coterminal Program in Geological Sciences at Stanford University provides an exceptional opportunity for students to pursue a graduate research experience and earn an MS degree concurrently with or subsequent to their BS studies.
International Legal Studies
The International Legal Studies programme at Stanford University is a full-time, nine-month residency degree for international law graduates. This advanced course focuses on interdisciplinary socio-legal research and empirical methods. Students develop a specialised thesis under expert guidance at this world-leading centre.
Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies
The Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies M.A. at Stanford University is a one-year, full-time interdisciplinary programme. Designed for students with strong language backgrounds, it offers flexible, research-focused training. This intensive degree provides expert instruction in regional history, culture, and politics.
History
The History programme at Stanford University is a terminal M.A. degree designed for advanced research. This full-time course requires 45 units of study, focusing on original scholarship and collaboration with expert faculty. Students specialise in one of 14 subfields to prepare for professional excellence in the historical field.
Computer Science
In general, the M.S. degree in Computer Science from Stanford University is intended as a terminal professional degree and does not lead to the Ph.D. degree. Most students planning to obtain the Ph.D. degree should apply directly for admission to the Ph.D. program.
International Policy Studies - International Security
The International Policy Studies - International Security programme at Stanford University offers an advanced academic path for those pursuing expertise in global safety. This full-time degree provides a rigorous curriculum focused on statecraft and strategic technology, preparing students for leadership in a complex world.
Applied Physics
The Applied Physics programme at Stanford University offers advanced postgraduate training through M.S. and Ph.D. pathways. This full-time academic offering focuses on the intersection of physics and engineering. Students engage in high-level research within a world-renowned institution over several years of intensive study.
Earth System Science
The Earth System Science programme at Stanford University offers a premier graduate research environment focused on environmental change. This full-time doctoral degree provides advanced training in Earth Sciences and Geography, allowing students to predict and respond to natural and human-caused global challenges.
MSx Program
The MSx Program at Stanford University is an intensive, full-time Master’s in Management degree. Spanning a duration of one year, this online and in-person accelerated programme is designed for experienced global leaders. It offers a transformative academic experience to help professionals maximize their leadership potential.
Aeronautics and Astronautics
The Aeronautics and Astronautics M.S. at Stanford University is a 45-unit postgraduate programme focused on aerospace engineering themes. This full-time or part-time course typically lasts four to five quarters and does not require a thesis. It offers a flexible, lecture-based curriculum for aspiring industry professionals.
Modern Thought and Literature
The Modern Thought and Literature programme at Stanford University offers an interdisciplinary approach to literary study. This full-time degree focuses on the intersection of creative writing and literature, providing students with a rigorous academic environment at a world-leading institution in the United States.
Civil & Environmental Engineering - Structural Engineering
The Civil & Environmental Engineering - Structural Engineering programme at Stanford University is a 45-unit Master of Science degree. This full-time course offers a flexible curriculum, allowing students to focus on specific professional interests through a blend of core modules and diverse engineering electives.
Health Policy
The Health Policy programme at Stanford University is a two-year, full-time Master of Science degree. It is designed for professionals with clinical or healthcare backgrounds to master research and decision-making skills. Students complete 45 units of graduate coursework and an original research thesis to graduate.