UC Irvine Graduate Degree Programs
Studying at UC Irvine means having real-world impact. Earn a graduate degree from one of the nation’s top-ranked universities and learn from distinguished scholars and industry experts who will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to thrive in your professional journey.
Master's Degrees
The Professional Master of Embedded and Cyber-Physical Systems
Samueli School of Engineering
Prepare for a high-tech career in industries like aerospace, automotive, and biomedical. You’ll build expertise in embedded systems, cyber-physical systems, AI, and security through hands-on labs and specialized projects. Connect with industry experts throughout the program, gaining practical skills and professional insights to shape your future in advanced technology.
Master of Engineering
Samueli School of Engineering
Through five unique concentrations – Advanced Manufacturing, Biomedical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering – you’ll build specialized technical expertise with industry connections and hands-on learning. You'll gain advanced skills in AI, data science, and sustainable systems to drive innovation in high-tech fields.
Master of Science in Business Analytics
Paul Merage School of Business
Prepare to thrive in the high-demand world of big data and business analytics across industries worldwide. This part-time, online program offers the flexibility you need to build a strong foundation in modern data science. Tackle real business challenges through case studies, team projects, and a capstone project with industry partners. With specialized tracks in data analytics, marketing analytics, and operations analytics, you can tailor your learning to fit your career goals while gaining the skills needed to drive data-driven solutions and lead in your field.
Flex MBA
Paul Merage School of Business
The top-ranked Flex MBA offers working professionals like you a rigorous, customizable curriculum designed to fit your schedule, with classes available on campus, online, or in a blended format. You’ll gain critical skills in innovation, technology, and strategic decision-making, learning from expert faculty and industry leaders. Tailor your experience to meet your unique career goals, whether advancing in your current field, pivoting careers, or pursuing entrepreneurial ambitions.
Master of Science in Pharmacology
School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Science
Gain a solid foundation in pharmacology, drug development, and experimental data analysis to help advance your career in R&D, clinical research, regulatory affairs, or academia. Designed for working professionals, this flexible online program allows you to earn a UC degree from anywhere, equipping you with key skills in drug research and discovery, experimental design, data analysis, and ethical research.
Master of Advanced Criminology, Law and Society
School of Social Ecology
Elevate your career with a fully online program designed for aspiring leaders in fields such as law enforcement, corrections, and social services. This curriculum enhances your skills in social science inquiry, data interpretation, and stakeholder collaboration, empowering you to implement innovative solutions in criminology and society while preparing you for professional advancement or further academic pursuits.
Graduate Tax
School of Law
Experience an innovative LL.M. curriculum that combines rigorous doctrinal training with practical skills to prepare you for success in tax law. Whether advancing as a tax attorney, judge, policy advocate, or enhancing your existing expertise, you’ll benefit from personalized support through a low student-to-faculty ratio and a unique academic experience that sets you apart in the U.S. and abroad.
Master of Laws
School of Law
Immerse yourself in a rigorous academic experience within a welcoming community, guided by distinguished faculty and personalized mentorship. Benefit from practical opportunities such as clinics, journals, and externships, while tailoring your studies with flexible course options that include specialized LL.M. classes and upper-division J.D. courses.
Doctoral Degrees
Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing
Prepare to excel at the highest levels of nursing as you develop advanced clinical judgment, systems thinking, and leadership skills. Through rigorous coursework, you'll gain expertise in evidence-based practice, healthcare policy, and quality improvement, culminating in a DNP Scholarly Project to showcase your expertise as a clinical scholar.
Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner Concentration
Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing
Achieve the highest level of expertise in family practice through this intensive program for BSN and MSN-prepared nurses. Gain 1,020 hours of clinical experience and advanced training in healthcare policy, systems leadership, and population health, culminating in a scholarly project to establish your role as a clinical scholar.