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International Migration Policy Studies

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Sample Curriculum


1st Semester: 16 Credits
IP 501 Introduction to Public Policy, 2 credits
IP 502 Public Policy Research Methods, 2 credits
IP 505 Global Politics, 4 credits
IP 560 Introduction to Migration Policy Studies, 4 credits
Advanced Second Language, 4 credits

2nd Semester: 15 Credits
IP 504 Data Analysis for Public Policy, 2 credits
IP 520 International Economics, 4 credits
IP 628 Seminar: International Migration, 4 credits
WKS 567 Grant and Proposal Writing, 1 credit
Advanced Second Language, 4 credits

3rd Semester: 17 Credits
IP 558 Population and Human Security, 4 credits
IP 640 Seminar: Comparitive Migration Analysis, 4 credits
IP 671 Seminar: Humanitarian Assistance: Post-Conflict Reconstruction, 4 credits
WKS 549 Human Trafficking, 1 credit
Advanced Second Language, 4 credits

4th Semester: 14 Credits
IP 518 Women's Human Rights in Cross-Cultural Perspectives, 4 credits
IP 522 Rethinking Human Rights, 4 credits
IP 653 Seminar: Security and Development, 4 credits
WKS 570 Cross-Cultural Training, 2 credits
Master's Portfolio and Exit Interview, Non-credit requirement

Total Credits for the Master of Arts Program: 62 (up to 64 Credits are allowed)
  • A minimum number of 60 credits are required for graduation.
  • Italicized courses denote required core IPS courses.
  • Workshop topics vary with each semester.
  • Students may also take a Directed Study course centered around their personal interests and focus.
  • Students considering the International Professional Service Semester (IPSS) - Please confirm with your advisor as to how this will impact your schedule.

Please Note: This is for review purposes only. Your actual curriculum may vary depending upon your Specialization’s requirements and offerings during enrollment. Please refer to the program description page to view Specialization requirements.

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