Some universities emphasize on the design of drugs such as Georgetown University, which offers Master of Science in Drug Design and Discovery, imparts learning for the “processes involved in the use of technology and bioinformatics to design drugs”. (https://biotechnology.georgetown.edu/academics/drugdesign/) The University of Aberdeen has a Masters by Research (MRes) in Drug Discovery, which aims to develop student’s research skills and provides the information of drug discovery process from “both a scientific and commercial (bio-business) view.” (https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/degree-programmes/54/drug-discovery/).

Whereas some universities combine pharmaceutical science in learning such as Coventry University has an MSc in Pharmacology and Drug Discovery, which conglomerates “pharmacological, molecular, biochemical, cell biological and genetic techniques” altogether to deliver the learning. (https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/pg/2020-21/hls/pharmacology-and-drug-discovery-msc/) Vrije Universiteit (VU) Amsterdam’s MSc in Drug Discovery and Safety teaches “the interaction between molecules and human body from a range of perspectives” such as “chemical, medical, toxicological, pharmacological and genetic”. (https://masters.vu.nl/en/programmes/drug-discovery-safety/index.aspx). University of Nottingham’s MSc in Drug Discovery and Pharmaceutical Sciences provides “in – depth knowledge of all aspects of drug discovery, integrating teaching in chemistry and biology” (https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pgstudy/courses/pharmacy/drug-discovery-and-pharmaceutical-sciences-msc.aspx). In addition to pharmaceutics, De Montfort University Leicester’s MSc in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology covers topics “relating to DNA and protein-based medicines’. (https://www.dmu.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-courses/pharmaceutical-biotechnology-mscpg-dippg-cert/pharmaceutical-biotechnology.aspx)

Few universities have taken the aspect of toxicology into consideration such as University of Hertfordshire’s MSc in Drug Discovery and Toxicology, offers a problem based learning to develop high – level critical analysis skills and substantial exposure to practical techniques in drug discovery and toxicology.” (https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-masters/msc-drug-discovery-and-toxicology) The University of Aberdeen offers an MSc in Drug Discovery and Development, which provides an information on “drug metabolism and toxicology, small molecule drug discovery, biologic drug discovery.” (https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/degree-programmes/55/drug-discovery-and-development/).

Students may opt for variations in specializations while studying drug discovery, offered by universities such as University of Bath which offers an MSc in Drug Discovery focusing on “concepts and research techniques in drug discovery including target identification and validation, screening platforms, optimisation of small molecule drugs and biotherapeutics, and the importance of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.”(https://www.bath.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-2020/taught-postgraduate-courses/msc-drug-discovery/) King’s College London runs MSc in Drug Discovery Skills in which students can “study a range of modules that include core skills and case histories in drug discovery.” (https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught-courses/drug-discovery-skills-msc.aspx).

Pharmaceutical aspects are also included by some universities while teaching drug discovery such as University of Sunderland, which has an MSc in Drug Discovery and Development, which “covers advanced pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical analysis, drug design, pharmacology, proteomics and pharmacogenomics.” (https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/study/pharmacy-pharmaceutical-and-cosmetic-sciences/msc-drug-discovery-development/#course-structure).  Drexel University, College of Medicine’s Masters of Science degree program in Drug Discovery and Development (DDD) helps students to “gain comprehensive knowledge of pharmacology, physiology, pharmacoepidemiology, translational medicine, and pharmacogenomics” (https://drexel.edu/medicine/academics/graduate-school/drug-discovery-development/curriculum/). The University of Sheffield’s MSc in Genomic Approaches to Drug Discovery provides an education in “drug screening and gene discovery, using the latest genomic techniques.” (https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/bms/study/masters/gadd).

While a few others cover biological and biomedical aspects in drug discovery such as Edinburgh Napier University which runs an Msc in Drug Design and Biomedical Science, conveys knowledge in the creation and development of effective drugs from concept to clinic using theory and practical applications of “chemical drug design and immunology, pharmacology and molecular biology”. (https://www.napier.ac.uk/courses/msc-drug-design-and-biomedical-science-postgraduate-fulltime) University of Patras’s MSc in Drug Discovery and Development, integrates new fields of Pharmaceutical Sciences, which includes all stages from the discovery and strategies of a new bioactive compound till the release of the drug. (https://www.upatras.gr/en/node/7840) University of Gothenburg offers a Master’s degree in Drug Development. The course “gives an orientation about concepts, working methods and strategies in modern drug development, with emphasis on the early part (“drug discovery”) and covers topics such as: Identification and validation of new cellular target molecules, bioinformatics, genetic model organisms, and methods for high-throughput screening.” (https://utbildning.gu.se/education/courses-and-programmes/course_detail?courseid=BIO523).

Some universities have included chemistry aspect in their learning such as The University of Birmingham offers a Masters in Drug Discovery and Medicinal Chemistry, which includes “multidisciplinary modules ranging from chemical synthesis and molecular modelling to pharmacokinetics, toxicology and drug delivery.” (https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/schools/medicinal-chemistry.aspx). University of Leeds offers an MSc in Chemical Biology and Drug Design, which focuses on “synthesis of biologically active molecules, medicinal chemistry, protein engineering, biophysical chemistry, and chemical proteomics”. (https://courses.leeds.ac.uk/f985/chemical-biology-and-drug-design-msc) The Innovation University, Stevens Institute of Technology runs a Master’s program in Computational and Medicinal Chemistry, which imparts learning in “innovation in drug discovery and clinical care”. The program combines “chemistry, biology, computer science, life sciences, medicine, clinical applications, bioethics” together and focuses on “protein structure and property interaction, ligand and receptor interactions and modification of ligands and compounds to better-fit receptors and other targets”. (https://www.stevens.edu/schaefer-school-engineering-science/departments/chemistry-chemical-biology/graduate-programs/computational-and-medicinal-chemistry-masters-degree) Victoria University of Wellington runs a Master of Drug Discovery and Development (MDDD). The course studies combines “biological sciences with chemistry” and provides ability “to target, design, synthesise, create and assess new drugs” (https://www.victoria.ac.nz/explore/postgraduate-programmes/master-of-drug-discovery-and-development/overview). University of Lincoln runs an M.Chem. in Chemistry for Drug Discovery and Development which imparts learning in “synthetic chemistry and develop experience in drug formulation and manufacture within the regulatory context of the pharmaceutical industry.” (https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/course/chmdrgum/) The University College London, School of Pharmacy’s MSc in Drug Discovery and Development provides “hands-on experience of molecular modelling and computer-based drug design and analytical and synthetic techniques and be exposed to modern platforms for drug discovery and methods of drug synthesis.” (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/pharmacy/study/msc-drug-discovery-and-development). Newcastle University’s MSc in Drug Chemistry mixes chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences and gives learning in “drug design, metabolism, toxicology, synthetic organic chemistry” and focuses on topics related to “bio-imaging, modern approaches to chemotherapy”. (https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/degrees/drug-chemistry-msc/#profile)

A few universities concentrate on natural product based drug discovery program such as The University of Edinburgh which has an MSc in Drug Discovery and Translational Biology, which combines “structural biology, bioinformatics, chemistry and pharmacology” and explores new techniques and methods for “developing drugs and therapeutic compounds for humans and animals and disease control agents for plants”.

(https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/degrees/index.php?r=site/view&edition=2021&id=3)

Salford University’s Master’s in Drug Design and Discovery integrates “classical natural products-based drug discovery methods, involving extraction, assay-based functional fractionation, isolation, characterisation, and target validation.” The course syllabus not only focuses on the “discovery of antimicrobials against multidrug resistant strains of bacteria” but also “molecular target-based drug discovery and molecular modelling.” (https://www.salford.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/drug-design-and-discovery) University of Bordeaux offers a Master’s in Analytical Chemistry for Drugs and Natural Products, which concentrates on “analytical control of plant-based drugs and health products”. (https://www.u-bordeaux.com/Education/Study-offer/Masters-in-English/Analytical-Chemistry-for-Drugs-and-Natural-Products) University of East Anglia offers an MSc in Natural Product Drug Discovery, which focuses on “nutriceuticals and herbal extracts, antibiotics and antimicrobial resistance and the major human diseases” and teaches the “science of natural product discovery, from microorganisms to plants and animals”. (https://www.uea.ac.uk/course/postgraduate/msc-natural-product-drug-discovery)

Some target cancer related drugs such University of Bradford’s MSc in Cancer Drug Discovery. According to the University “Drug discovery combines the expertise of medicinal chemists required in translating the understanding of the molecular aspects of disease progression to the identification of suitable chemical entities, and the process of optimisation that ultimately leads to the discovery of new medicines.” (https://www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/pg/cancer-drug-discovery/). Queen’s University Belfast runs an MSc (Res) in Oncology Drug Discovery, which reveals “how existing and future drug targets are identified from biological samples isolated from the cancer clinics”. (https://www.qub.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-taught/2020/oncology-drug-discovery-msc(res)/) Leiden University has an MSc in Drug Discovery and Safety, which provides a research-based knowledge “into the discovery of new drug targets and safe and effective lead molecules, particularly in the field of cancer, through a combination of advanced imaging techniques (‘systems microscopy’), in vitro and in vivo model systems, organic synthesis, molecular biology and pharmacology, and computational approaches.” (https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/study-programmes/master/bio-pharmaceutical-sciences/drug-discovery-and-safety).

Whereas the Maastricht University has a Master’s in Drug Development and Neurohealth, which provides “theoretical background and practical experience in pharmaceutical drug research and development, medicinal nutrition and personalised healthcare.” (https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/education/master/research-master-cognitive-and-clinical-neuroscience-specialisation-drug-development)

University of Kent offers an MSc in Applied Drug Discovery, which emphasizes on “how fundamental science is applied to the discovery and development of medicines.” (https://www.msp.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/msc-applied-drug-discovery/index.html). Liverpool John Moores University’s MSc in Drug Discovery and Design targets “molecular chemists with a passion for drug creation and offers an integrated, stimulating and challenging programme of study, informed by contemporary research and responsive to the changing nature of the pharmaceutical industry.” (https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduates/drug-discovery-and-design). Imperial College London offers an MRes in Drug Discovery and Development. According to the university, a “Multidisciplinary Science for Next Generation Therapeutics” provides “an understanding of the current global state of drug discovery together with radical insights into future directions from leaders in the field.” (https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/pg/chemistry/drug-discovery-development/). University of Turku has an MSc in Drug Discovery and Development, which provides “knowledge of technological innovations as well as methods of clinical drug research and development phases, clinical trial design, study planning and biostatistics.” (https://info.finlanduniversity.com/masters-degrees/programmes/drug-discovery-and-development).

Few universities focus on drug development such as The University of Manchester’s MSc in Model – based Drug Development “focuses on the modelling and simulation skills that are currently transforming the drug development industry”. (https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/list/08749/msc-model-based-drug-development/course-details/#course-profile). KU Leuven’s Master of Drug Development focuses on “properties of drugs and biological systems they affect, drug development, production and analysis, the pharmaceutical work field and pharmaceutical care”. (https://onderwijsaanbod.kuleuven.be/opleidingen/v/e/CQ_50268794.htm) University of Southern California, School of Pharmacy runs an MS in Management of Drug Development. The course “brings together chemical evolution, implementation of quality systems and testing in animals and people”. (https://pharmacyschool.usc.edu/programs/rs/msdd/). Queen Mary, University of London runs an MSc in Clinical Drug Development, which integrates learnings in “drug development process provides a detailed picture of the complex and highly interrelated activities required for the development cycle for drugs and biologics, from the process of discovery to successful commercialisation.

(https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/coursefinder/courses/121382.html)

Some universities concern for drug safety such as King’s College London offers an MSc in Drug Development Science and delivers “expertise and skills in all aspects of clinical research, drug regulation and drug safety.” (https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught-courses/drug-development-science-msc-pg-dip-pg-cert.aspx). University of Wisconsin – Madison has a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences: Applied Drug Development, which concentrates on “drug development, manufacturing, and ongoing safety management”. (https://pdc.wisc.edu/degrees/pharmaceutical-applied-drug-development/) The Centre for Drug Discovery Development and Production (CDDDP), University of Ibadan, Nijeria – a Regional Centre of Regulatory Excellence (RCOREs) offers a Master’s degree program in Drug Development and Regulatory Pharmacy (MDDRP), which imparts learning in industrial and regulatory pharmacy. (https://cdddp.ui.edu.ng/master%E2%80%99s-degree-programme-drug-development-and-regulatory-pharmacy-mddrp). University of Barcelona’s Master’s degree in Drug Research, Development and Control is suitable for those who wishes to learn stages of drug development, drug analysis and control.  (https://www.ub.edu/web/ub/en/estudis/oferta_formativa/master_universitari/fitxa/D/M0B08/index.html) Uppasala University, offers a Master’s programme in Drug Discovery and Development. “The course deals with different phases in drug development; Identification and validation of target molecule (the target), identification and optimisation of active substance, ADME-Tox profiling, in-vivo and in-vitro pharmacology, formulation, discovery and biomarkers and disease models, clinical trials, registration and commercialisation.” (http://www.uu.se/en/admissions/master/selma/Kurser/?kKod=3FK229&typ=1).

The National University of Singapore offers a MSc (Maritime Technology and Management) which “seeks to train and equip graduates with key skillsets to enable next-generation port capabilities in Singapore, such as industrial systems development, big data analytics tools, and emerging port technologies (e.g., digitalization to train workers). The MSc (MTM) alumni community will function as touchpoints which the Centre for Maritime Studies (CMS) and the Department of Industrial Systems Engineering and Management (ISEM) can capitalize for future collaboration between industry and research” (https://www.masterstudies.com/MSc-(Maritime-Technology-and-Management)/Singapore/National-University-of-Singapore/).

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology offers a Masters in Marine Engineering, describing it thus: “The Nordic Master in Maritime Engineering at Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is based on the expertise of the participating universities within naval architecture, offshore engineering and maritime engineering” (https://www.mastersportal.com/studies/39583/maritime-engineering.html).

The World Maritime University in Sweden offers an MSc Programme in Maritime Affairs which “emphasizes the practical application of expertise. It offers both an overview of the complex, inter-related maritime and ocean fields, as well as the opportunity to specialize. The programme is designed to respond directly to the real needs of the maritime industry, and to equip graduates with the skills needed today and in the future. It is academically challenging and professionally oriented, and is designed for ambitious, mid-career maritime professionals. It provides a particularly strong foundation for those intending to move into either a national or an international career” (https://www.masterstudies.com/MSc-Programme-in-Maritime-Affairs/Sweden/WMU/).

Then there is the Master of Maritime and Air Transport Management (M.Sc.) from the University of Antwerp. “The main objective of the programme is to help executive staff members from transport-related companies and organisations (shipping companies, port authorities, terminal operators, airlines, airports etc.) to become top-notch executives and researchers in the field. It is specifically designed with an international audience in mind and aimed at individuals with a background in economics or management focusing on transport-related matters” (https://www.masterstudies.com/Master-of-Maritime-and-Air-Transport-Management-(M.Sc.)/Belgium/UAntwerp/)

The Erasmus Centre for Martitime Economics & Logistics offers an MSc in Maritime Economics & Logistics (MEL), which “reflects MEL’s holistic and integrated approach to addressing the complex interconnectedness of global maritime supply chains. In addition to the MEL courses, the programme places substantial emphasis on methodology and analytical skill development” (https://www.masterstudies.com/MSc-in-Maritime-Economics-and-Logistics-(MEL)/Netherlands/MELEC/).

The Ghent University Law School in Belgium offers an MS in Maritime Science, which “is an inter-university program developed by Ghent University (UGent) and the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB). It aims at students from diverse academic backgrounds, who have a common passion for maritime transport and already hold a Master degree. People working in the maritime sector may also benefit from the program to enhance their knowledge and skills. The program comprises three main pillars: a technical/general pillar, an economic/logistic pillar, and a legal pillar, and follows the multidisciplinary approach which makes it unique in the global academic landscape” (https://www.masterstudies.com/Master-of-Science-in-Maritime-Science/Belgium/Law-UGent/).

The University of Quebec at Rimouski offers a slightly different Masters in Maritime Resources Management which “aims to train managers with a global, multidisciplinary and integrated vision of the maritime domain. It trains professionals who can use management methods, tools and techniques to effectively contribute to decision-making in the maritime sector, both at the operational and strategic levels.

The student has the opportunity to deepen his knowledge in one of the three sectors of the program: fisheries (fishing and aquaculture), management of the coastal and marine environment and maritime transport” (https://www.masterstudies.com/Masters-in-Maritime-Resources-Management/Canada/UQAR/).

At the Master of Science in Earth Sciences offered by Australian National University, “You’ll study courses from different earth science disciplines including computational geosciences, data sciences, analytical techniques, biogeochemistry, experimental petrology, geobiology, geochemistry, geochronology, geology, geophysics, ocean and climate change and planetary sciences” (https://science.anu.edu.au/study/masters/master-science-earth-sciences?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrIbTjpXL7wIVEx4rCh15aAaVEAMYASAAEgISc_D_BwE). It is distinguished from Geology but different authors and institutions lay different emphases. Some treat Geomorphology as a sub-discipline within geology but there is no consensus.

Coventry University offers a Geomorphology Master in Science by Research (https://www.educaedu.co.uk/institutions/coventry-university-uni1866). The University of Bristol offers a PhD in Geographical Sciences (Physical Geography) as also an MSc by Research. It offers also a Masters by Research in Global Environmental Challenges and a PhD in Geographical Sciences (Human Geography) – (http://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/2021/sci/phd-geographical-sciences/).

The University of Freiburg offers a Masters in Geography which “enables students to understand and assess how environmental issues are shaped by biophysical, social, economic, and political processes. All students take a core module dealing with conceptual and theoretical foundations of geography, and choose a specialisation: either dynamics in glaciology and geomorphology, which covers topics such as the cryosphere, glaciology or alpine geomorphology; or nature, society and politics, which explores nature-society relations in space through thematic entry points such as nature conservation and resource management, rural development and change, water governance, land and environmental conflicts” (https://www.unifr.ch/geo/en/studies/geography/master.html)

The Department of Geography, University of Sussex offers highly specialized PhD programme in Geomorphology. It says that “The science that links environmental change to physical responses in geomorphological processes and landforms is a complex area and one that is of interest to policy makers and academic research. Our research investigates sensitive systems by field monitoring, physical and numerical modelling, description and analysis of sediments, soils and rocks, and reconstruction of Quaternary environments.  We address the cross-cutting research theme Surface-Atmosphere Interactions together with the Climate Science and Society research cluster” (http://www.sussex.ac.uk/geography/research/earthsystems).

The Department of Geosciences, University of Arizona, focuses on research and education in the nature, genesis, and history of the Earth and its crust, and the evolution of the environment and biota at the Earth’s surface. It offers a Geosciences MS. It says on its website that “The Department of Geosciences at the University of Arizona offers both a two-year M.S. and a four-year Ph.D. program. Both programs are research based and have course work requirements, as well as a final requirement of an M.S. thesis or a Ph.D. dissertation. All students who apply are considered for financial support (in the form of teaching/research assistantships, or fellowships). Almost all students admitted to our degree programs are offered financial support; M.S. students are funded for two years, and Ph.D. students are funded for four years” (https://grad.arizona.edu/catalog/programinfo/GEOSMS).

The M.S. in Applied Gepgraphy – Applied Geomorphology at The University of North Texas “prepares geography students for careers or further education in a wide variety of areas concerned with processes that shape the surface of the earth. Applied geomorphology emphasizes geomorphological processes that are of societal significance, including hazards such as flooding, expansive soils, landslides and coastal erosion. This track enables students to structure their degree plans around conceptual and technical aspects of applied geomorphology” (https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/university-north-texas/postgrad/ms-applied-geography-applied-geomorphology).

At The Geography & Environment Studies of The University of Regina, “MA and MSc degree programs and in special circumstances a PhD program are offered in selected areas of Geography. Research interests of the department include: cultural, historical, economic, rural and urban geography, cartography, resource management, remote sensing, geographical information systems (GIS), hydrology, geomorphology, and applied climatology. Particular emphasis is paid to geographical analysis of the problems of the Canadian prairies” (https://www.uregina.ca/gradstudies/future-students/programs/geography.html).

The Simon Frase University offers Graduate Student Opportunities in Fluvial Geomorphology and Sedimentology. It says that “Full funding is available for all graduate student positions (2 years for masters and 4 years for doctoral) for students that do not have funding from external sources” and encourages “inquiries from students of all scientific backgrounds, students with training in Physical Geography, Earth Sciences, Oceanogra-phy, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science or Engineering” (https://www.sfu.ca/~jvenditt/images/Grad_stud_opp_SFU.pdf).

Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest, Hungary offers a MSc in Cartography whose aim is “The goal of this program is to train Cartographers with a professional cartographic approach based on high level theoretical and practical knowledge.

This program is recommended to applicants who want to able to manage and coordinate cartographic and geoinformatics research projects as well as to have the knowledge and skills to solve traditional cartographic or information technology-based problems.

This program provides students with a broad scale of knowledge in Cartography and Geoinformatics in combination with geography, other earth sciences, information technology, database management, web-based mapping services, etc. Students acquire the theory as well as the methodologies in the development and implementation of the latest visualization technics”.

(https://www.masterstudies.com/MSc-in-Cartography/Hungary/E%C3%B6tv%C3%B6s-Lor%C3%A1nd-University/)

The Technical University of Munich also offers Master of Science in Cartography.

The programme focuses on a comprehensive education in Cartography and Geoinformatics, in particular on spatial information technologies, mathematic principles of map making, spatial data handling, theories and technologies of visual analytics, geovisualisation and communication of spatial information.

(https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/studienangebote/international-programmes/en/detail/4200/)

Geoinformation Technology and Cartography MSc/PgDip/PgCert, University of Glasgow

This Masters in Geoinformation Technology & Cartography focuses on understanding and managing the locational data required to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) together with visualisation and map production in a GIS environment. It is the only programme in the UK to have a significant emphasis on cartography; and our focus on the underpinning geomatics aspects and cartographic output is unique among GIS programmes.

(https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/geoinformationtechnologyandcartography/)

The Technical University of Dresden also offers

The University of Wisconsin

There is the Erasmus Mundus Master of Science in Cartography. Describing the course, the EM says: “Maps and cartographic communication processes are keys for enabling humans to deal with all kind of spatial data in an efficient way. The domain of cartography can be seen as by definition very broad and interdisciplinary. The Erasmus Mundus Master of Science in Cartography (CARTO) is a joint program of: • Technical University of Munich (TUM, Germany), Chair of Cartography• Vienna University of Technology (TUW, Austria), Research Group Cartography• TU Dresden (TUD, Germany), Institute for Cartography• University of Twente (UT, The Netherlands), Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC)The four partner sites represent centres of excellence in the field of cartography, recognized at the European and global levels” (https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/projects/eplus-project-details/#project/586676-EPP-1-2017-1-DE-EPPKA1-JMD-MOB)

There is also an MSc Surveying and Cartography offered by many. One of them is University College London, according to which “The Geospatial Sciences (GIS and Computing) MSc teaches students the theory, tools and techniques for working with geospatial data, from acquisition to processing to analysis. Students have the opportunity to engage and work with academics and industrial partners on cutting-edge research through seminars and a dissertation. This specialist GIS and Computing programme educates students in the theoretical, scientific and practical aspects of geographic information science, with a strong focus on the technical and analytical aspects of the discipline. The pathway covers a range of topics from spatial analysis and geocomputation to programming and app development. Our graduates become GIS professionals rather than simply GIS users” (https://www.postgraduatesearch.com/ucl-university-college-london/57683200/postgraduate-course.htm).

The University of Southampton offers an MSc in Applied Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing

Use geographical data to solve real-world problems on this master’s degree in applied geographical information systems and remote sensing. On this UK MSc course you’ll use the latest technology and develop key programming and analytical techniques. You’ll learn the skills to work in a range of careers, from environmental consultancy to government research. (https://www.postgraduatesearch.com/university-of-southampton/52310858/postgraduate-course.htm)

Cranfield University offers Geographical Information Management MSc which “has been developed in direct collaboration with industry, in response to the increased global demand for multi-disciplinary managers, advisors, and consultants in resource management. Taught by a dedicated faculty, this course is unique in providing balanced coverage of the key GIS technologies to prepare you for a successful career across the full range of global sectors using geographical information (GI) technologies” (https://www.postgraduatesearch.com/cranfield-university/52322792/postgraduate-course.htm)

Different, although geo-based, is the Masters in Digital Mapping, with University of Kentucky leading the discipline. Describing digital mapping, Kentucky University says: “Prepare to critically navigate and create in today’s information ecosystems as a data scientist, web designer, or a geovisual artist.  Graduates of Digital Mapping not only understand what “big data” is, they use big data to create visual representations of the world. This program is available in both a Graduate Certificate and Masters of Science (MS)”. It goes on to ass that “With four start dates available each year and intensive 10-week semesters, this rigorous online program is geared toward working professionals who want to advance their careers”. (https://www.uky.edu/academics/graduate-certificate-masters/digital-mapping)

MA in Digital Arts & Humanities at UCC, Ireland, combines theory and practice. As the site describes, “The course will give you a grounding in how information and communications technology (ICT) tools can be used to capture humanities data sources in digital form to frame research questions, collaborate on research using social networking tools, and present results, both in print and online. You will be encouraged to and facilitated in the creation of digital artefacts individually and in teams” (https://www.ucc.ie/admin/registrar/calendar/postgraduate/Masters/arts/page102.html). Naturally, you can do a PhD.

The University of British Columbia’s College of Graduate Studies also offers an MA in Digital Arts & Humanities and a PhD “Using digital technologies to explore questions central to the arts and humanities; applying arts and humanities frameworks to digital tools and technologies”, (https://gradstudies.ok.ubc.ca/igs/digital-arts-humanities/).

The MTU Crawford Department of Arts in Health & Education has some interesting offerings (https://crawford.cit.ie/). It offers an MA in Art and Process. Explaining the choice of ‘Process’, it says: ”The concept of process is understood in a variety of ways: as material exploration and the engagement with medium and technique; as theoretical investigation and systems of enquiry without resolved or object-based endpoints; as innovative models of art distribution, including the possibilities of working outside traditional sites of art production and reception”, (https://crawford.cit.ie/courses/art-and-process/). And there is a MA in Art Therapy, which “leads to a professional qualification to practise Art Therapy in the form of therapeutic intervention with a wide variety of client groups. On completion graduates can register with the professional body for the Creative Therapies in Ireland, IACAT (Irish Association of Creative Arts Therapists)”, (https://crawford.cit.ie/courses/art-therapy/). Trinity College in Dublin offers an MPhil in Digital Humanities and Culture. As it explains, “Many of the biggest questions in our world today can only be answered by drawing on knowledge of both culture and technology. Trinity’s MPhil in Digital Humanities and Culture prepares its students to take on these questions in a wide variety of contexts, whether they want to deepen their understanding of a humanities subject through data mining and visualisation; explore the virtual transmission of culture and heritage by and beyond museums, libraries and archives; or join the movement to make technology development more human”, (https://www.tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate/az/course.php?id=DPTLL-DHCU-2F09).

You may also look at The Open University in the UK for a variety of courses (http://www.openuniversity.edu/). Similarly, examine the offerings from the European Association of Digital Humanities (https://eadh.org/news/category/courses).

King’s College, London, offers a Digital Humanities MA which “brings digital theory and practice to the study of human culture: from history, English and music to museums, digital publishing and more.

Digital technology provides many new opportunities and challenges to those working with textual, visual or multimedia content. Using critical theory, case studies and hands-on project-based exercises, our course studies the history and current state of digital knowledge production, exploring theoretical and practical challenges in modelling, curating, analysing and interpreting digital representations of human culture in all its forms, past and present.

Leads to careers in cultural heritage, publishing and web- based businesses” (https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught-courses/digital-humanities-ma)Lancaster University also offers a similar Digital Humanities MA (https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/postgraduate-courses/digital-humanities-ma/).

The University of Alberta offers an MA in Digital Humanities (https://www.ualberta.ca/media-technology-studies/programs/digital-humanities/index.html).

The Australian National University offers a Digital Humanities Masters according to which “Digital Humanities is an interdisciplinary field of study located at the intersection of humanities scholarship and computational technologies. Its key purpose is to investigate how digital methodologies can be used to enhance and transform research in the Arts and Social Sciences. It also employs traditional humanistic skills to analyse modern digital artefacts and to scrutinise contemporary digital culture” (https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/2021/major/dihu-maj).

The Swedish Defence University offers a Master in Defense and Security Systems Development, as an “interdisciplinary, international Master’s program at the intersection of social sciences and engineering. The program has been developed in close collaboration with public authorities and companies in the defense and security sector in order to provide you with knowledge about how technical systems are integrated with people and organizations in order to deal with a complex threat environment.

Defense and Security Systems Development is a two-year program that leads to a Degree of Master of Science in Systems Science for Defence and Security. The program is intended for those who have attained a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or s bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 180 credits, including a minimum of 90 credits in the field of defense, crisis management and security”.

(https://www.masterstudies.com/universities/Sweden/The-Swedish-Defence-University-(SEDU)/)

University of South Australia offers a Master of Defence Systems Integration. This program is an ideal career step for a range of engineers and defence industry professionals: mid-career engineers with five or more years’ experience from graduation, working within a defence company who are looking to further their formal engineering qualifications and prepare for a role as a senior engineer or a systems engineer; engineers from small to medium enterprises where the company is seeking to be part of a supply chain for a defence prime, and needs to increase the level of defence engineering knowledge in the company.

This postgraduate degree is offered as part of a suite of three programs (graduate certificate, graduate diploma and master). Each qualification extends to the next, so you can easily transition to a master level qualification.

(https://study.unisa.edu.au/degrees/master-of-defence-systems-integration/dom)

Guided Weapon Systems MSc

The Guided Weapon Systems MSc is a flagship Cranfield course and has an outstanding reputation within the Guided Weapons community. The course meets the requirements of all three UK armed services and is also open to students from NATO countries, Commonwealth forces, selected non-NATO countries, the scientific civil service and industry.

(https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/courses/taught/guided-weapon-systems)

Temple’s College of Science and Technology offers a Professional Science Master’s in Cyber Defense and Information Assurance. “This 30-credit-hour, interdisciplinary graduate program is designed for professionals in technology-related careers seeking advanced coursework in global cyber security detection and prevention, as well as current laws and regulations”

(https://www.temple.edu/academics/degree-programs/cyber-defense-and-information-assurance-psm-st-cdia-psm)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offers an MS in Unmanned Systems as “a non-engineering degree that focuses on this emerging industry by addressing topics including policy design, ethics, and systems management. Students will gain knowledge in many areas that contribute to the successful operation of missions supported by unmanned systems along a spectrum of autonomy levels — from remote-controlled to human-supervised to fully autonomous”. (https://erau.edu/degrees/master/unmanned-systems)

Based on a search through the internet, it appears that this course is available more in UK universities with the course duration being one year; some universities are using particular programming languages and some are giving their focus on the society in particular.  The US has some specifically focused on public policy. You may have to search more depending on your orientation.

The London School of Economics and Political Science has an MSc in Applied Social Data Science, which imparts “training in fundamental aspects of applied data science, computation and programming and quantitative methods” and also focuses on “variety of programming languages and applications, particularly R and Python” “to create and manipulate large databases” and to “think creatively about how to deploy these skills in the context of specific projects” (https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Graduate/Degree-programmes-2020/MSc-Applied-Social-Data-Science). The University of Essex runs an MSc in Social Data Science, which develops skills in “advanced data science and artificial intelligence” and emphasises “on big data, new forms of data, and computational methods to work with such data – all within a strong framework of social science applications and research design principles.” (https://www.essex.ac.uk/courses/pg01314/1/msc-social-data-science) University of Exeter offers an MSc in Applied Social Data Science, which equips students “with the technical understanding of a range of social data science techniques and the practical software and programming skills to implement these methods”. (https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/politics/appliedsocialdatasciencemsc/)

The University of Sussex runs an MSc in Human and Social Data Science, which explores “modern information and communication technologies, the python programming language, probability theory, statistics, linear algebra and calculus, machine learning techniques, ethics and interpretability”. (https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/human-and-social-data-science-msc) Manchester University  offers an MSc in Data Science (Social Analytics) which aims to “develop an agile, skilled data scientist, and be prepared for the challenges and rewards of interdisciplinary teamwork” (https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/list/11424/msc-data-science-social-analytics/course-details/#course-profile) University College London has an MSc in Social and Geographic Data Science, which “combines a rigorous treatment of underlying theory for, and methods of implementing and exploiting, spatial analysis, decision support, and data science. Optional modules provide the opportunity to develop expertise in modelling and analysis in one or more areas of social and environmental science with social and policy dimensions.” (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/taught-degrees/social-and-geographic-data-science-msc) University of Oxford offers a Master’s in Social Data Science, which “provides the social and technical expertise needed to analyse unstructured heterogeneous data about human behaviour”. (https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/courses/msc-social-data-science)

Few universities also offer it for a duration of approximately one or one and a half year.  Lund University offers a Master of Science in Social Scientific Data Analysis which gives “extensive and intensive training in the process of conducting social research, research design, methodology, qualitative and quantitative methods (students are taught to analyse using state-of-the-art programming language ‘R’), as well as applied theory, theory building, and relevant interdisciplinary theories. (https://www.graduateschool.sam.lu.se/academics/SSDA) Tilburg University has a Master’s in Data Science and Society, which is a multidisciplinary program with four tracks – “Business, Governance, Media or Health” by which students can “a) identify patterns and gather insights from large and complex datasets” b) “translate those insights into actionable solutions and recommendations” c) “learn to take ethical issues into account, such an issues regarding privacy, accountability or human autonomy into decision making”.(https://www.tilburguniversity.edu/education/masters-programmes/data-science-and-society)

The University of Copenhagen offers an MSc in Social Data Science, which “combines state-of-the-art data science techniques, including machine learning, predictive analytics and natural language processing with core sociological, economic, anthropological, political science and psychological theories and methods to equip students with the competences to identify, assess and solve societal and business problems in the digital age”. (https://studies.ku.dk/masters/social-data-science/) Aalborg University runs a Master’s in Social Data Science, which focuses on “cutting – edge skills in data driven analytics and how to apply them in real world issues.” (https://www.en.aau.dk/education/guest-exchange/social-data-science/). KU Leuven, Belgium, has a Master of Sociology focusing on social data science building expertise in the collection and analysis of social data (https://soc.kuleuven.be/fsw/toekomstigestudenten/english/mos/datascience).

The University of Texas, Dallas, The Master of Science in Social Data Analytics and Research builds on faculty expertise in criminology, economics, geospatial information sciences, political science, public and nonprofit management, public policy, political economy, and sociology to equip individuals with multi-disciplinary skills in social data production, collection and analysis for which there is increasing career demand by government, nonprofit and private sector organizations, and by doctoral programs and other advanced research institutions. (https://www.masterstudies.com/Master-of-Science-in-Social-Data-Analytics-and-Research/USA/The-University-of-Texas-at-Dallas/)

The University of Buffalo’s MS Data Analytics in Social Sciences “prepares students to collect, interpret and communicate the results of data analysis across a wide berth of social science fields. Students are first introduced to basic/intermediate statistics courses and computation programming/data manipulation. They will then take research courses both within and outside of their preferred discipline, culminating in a research project or thesis on a topic of their choice (in conjunction with an advisor)” (https://gradidp.buffalo.edu/types-of-degrees/social-sciences/data-analytics-for-social-sciences/ms-data-analysis-in-the-social-sciences/). The McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University offers a Master of Science in Data Science for Public Policy whose “core courses emphasize analytical skills and core knowledge for designing and managing sound public policy” (https://mccourt.georgetown.edu/master-of-science-in-data-science-for-public-policy/ms-dspp-curriculum/). University of Pennsylvania has an MS in Social Policy which “is a rigorous, eleven-month, ten-course program that prepares professionals with knowledge and skills to use policy to increase equity, promote justice, and forge social change” (https://www.sp2.upenn.edu/academics/ms-in-social-policy/).

The Hertie School offers a Master of Data Science for Public Policy because “Global migration, combatting disinformation or creating smart cities – today’s complex issues call for a new generation of policymakers and problem solvers who understand how to combine policy and data to create solutions for government, civil society and business” (https://www.hertie-school.org/en/mds). Brown University has a Master in Social Analysis and Research and says that “The STEM–designated master’s program in Social Analysis and Research (MSAR) in the Department of Sociology at Brown trains students in advanced techniques for data collection and analysis” (https://www.brown.edu/graduateprograms/social-analysis-and-research-scm?creative=469777405602&keyword=social%20science%20masters%20degree&matchtype=b&network=g&device=c&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7tLVxqTT8wIVTCQrCh1UggzzEAMYAiAAEgJhFfD_BwE).

]]> https://jntataendowment.org/migrationglobal-migration/ Wed, 26 Sep 2018 11:27:16 +0000 http://jntataendowment.org/blog/?p=147 Migration/Global Migration is a sensitive issue but also a topic of study. Many universities now offer many courses to study in great detail the various dimensions of migration, local, regional and global.

Tel Aviv University offers MA in Global Migration and Policy designed for students with strong educational backgrounds, professional drive and, preferably, previous professional or activist experience. The program covers “topics on immigration and citizenship policies; legal and ethical perspectives on refuge and asylum; the labor market integration of immigrants; the challenges of social integration and ethnic identification of the “second generation”; marginalization and discrimination; migration and the environment; and best practices in international development and humanitarian aid, among other subjects.” (https://international.tau.ac.il/ma_global_migration_and_policy)

There is a wide variety of courses available in the United Kingdom. The University College London has an MSc in Global Migration. The programme combines theoretical and policy debates about migration and trained students to work with migrants and asylum seekers in different parts of the world, who aspire to posts in UN, EU, national policy think-tanks, government research and policy departments, NGOs, community-based and grassroots organizations.  (https://www.geog.ucl.ac.uk/study/graduate-taught/msc-global-migration). The nine months M.Sc. Programme in Migration Studies at the University of Oxford “analyses global migration and mobility, in historical context, and as part of the broader processes of development and social change.” (https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/courses/msc-migration-studies?wssl=1) The London School of Economics and Political Science offers MSc in International Migration and Public Policy which provides “a systematic multidisciplinary approach to central controversies in the comparative analysis of public policy responses to immigration and migrant integration issues across different levels of governance.” (http://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Graduate/Degree-programmes-2018/MSc-International-Migration-and-Public-Policy). The University of Kent runs an MA in International Migration. The programme permits “students to study migration – including human trafficking, asylum and forced migration as well as integration and citizenship.” (https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/56/international-migration). The University of Sussex has an MA in Migration and Global Development which helps students to “gain an advanced understanding of the complex relationship between migration and development.” (https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/global-studies/migration-and-global-development-ma). The Queen Mary University London offers MSc in Migration, Culture and Global Health. It helps students to “develop empirical and theoretical understandings of the range of health, wellness and healthcare concerns that are experienced by migrants and their families and how these occur across interconnected development contexts of ‘origin’, ‘destination’, ‘return’ and ‘transit’ countries.” (https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/coursefinder/courses/200392.html). The Middlesex University London runs an MA in Migration, Society and Policy which focuses on migration and related socio-political and policy issues, combining theoretical, methodological and practice-oriented training relevant to a number of career routes in academia, policy-making, the public sector, the community sector and NGOs. (https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/migration-society-policy) The University of Essex runs an MA in Migration Studies which “combines insights of sociological theory with the methodological tools highly in demand by government, NGOs and supranational institutions.” (https://www.essex.ac.uk/courses/pg01140/1/ma-migration-studies). The University of Glasgow offers MSc in Global Migrations and Social Justice. “It addresses questions such as who moves and why, who is allowed to settle and where, what are the roles of states, institutions and civil societies in these processes.” (https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/globalmigrationssocialjusticemsc/).  The University of Swansea offers one year MSc by Research in Global Migration. (http://www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/research/science/geography/msc-by-research-global-migration/)

In the United States, the MA program in International Migration Studies at the City University of New York, The Graduate Center focuses on the subjects like International Migration, Global Immigrant Cities, Research Methods in International Migration, and Migration Policy. (https://www.gc.cuny.edu/Page-Elements/Academics-Research-Centers-Initiatives/Masters-Programs/International-Migration-Studies/Course-Offerings-Fall-2018). The University of San Francisco has a Master’s in Migration Studies. (https://www.usfca.edu/arts-sciences/graduate-programs/migration-studies)

Ryerson University, Canada runs an MA Program in Immigration and Settlement Studies (ISS). “The ISS Program provides fertile ground for knowledge enhancement and in-depth analysis of past and present migration patterns, policies, and practices” (https://www.ryerson.ca/graduate/programs/immigration/)

In Europe too, there is wide variation in the courses offered. The University of Copenhagen, Denmark offers MA in Advanced Migration Studies. The programme focuses on “humanities and social science approaches to migration, including ethnology, anthropology, sociology, sociology of religion, history, philosophy, political science, sociolinguistics, education, and literary and media studies.” (https://studies.ku.dk/masters/migration-studies/). The Aalborg University, Copenhagen runs an M.Sc. Programme in Global Refugee Studies with a strong research component and focuses on refugees and forced migration”. (https://www.en.aau.dk/education/master/development-international-relations/specialisations/global-refugee-studies)The Malmö University, Sweden offers one year Master’s degree programme in International Migration and Ethnic Relations. It deals with topics including “current international developments and research perspectives in migration and ethnic relations; the effects of globalisation and human mobility on societies, groups and individuals; the social and political adaptation and integration of ethnic minorities in different societies; issues of inclusion and exclusion of immigrants; majority-minority relations; and philosophical and ethical perspectives on life in diverse and complex societies.” (https://edu.mau.se/en/Program/SAIME). The Linköping University also runs MA in Ethnic and Migration Studies focuses on today’s emerging issues like “ethnicity and migration to global economic and cultural change, and to systems of domination and resistance movements.” (https://liu.se/en/education/program/f7mem) The Leiden University, The Netherlands has an MA in Cities, Migration and Global Interdependence which studies “processes of migration, urbanisation, economic development and global interaction through time.” (https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/study-programmes/master/history/cities-migration-and-global-interdependence)

The University of Ghana offers MA/MPhil in Migration Studies which focuses on “the key concepts, research and analysis in the economics, politics and law, geography, sociology, and anthropology of migration.” (http://cms.ug.edu.gh/mamphil-migration-studies). The Africa University offers Master of Science Programme in Migration, Citizenship and Refugee Protection.  It “offers students an understanding of the complex and varied nature of migration and refugee populations, of their centrality to global, regional and national processes of political, social and economic change, and of the needs and aspirations of displaced people.” ( http://www.africau.edu/programmes/MasterofScienceinMigrationCitizenshipandRefugeeProtection.html). The American University in Cairo has an MA in Migration and Refugee studies which aims to provide an understanding in “critical knowledge, research methods and analytical skills of current theoretical, legal, political, economic, social, demographic and psychological issues in migration and refugee studies.” (http://schools.aucegypt.edu/GAPP/cmrs/diplprog/Pages/Home.aspx)

The Mercyhurst University has a Masters in Applied Intelligence which is designed in a theoretical and practical framework for the study of intelligence and its application in a wide variety of contexts. (http://www.mercyhurst.edu/academics/graduate-programs/graduate-degrees-and-certificates-intelligence-studies/applied-0) After completing the course there are wide variety of employment options available in this area like “intelligence analysts, intelligence officers, special agents, social media analysts, anti-money laundering/know-your-customer analysts, market research analysts, threat intelligence analysts, police officers, management consultants, cyber security threat analysts, business continuity analysts in addition to many others.” (http://www.mercyhurst.edu/academics/graduate-programs/graduate-degrees-and-certificates-intelligence-studies/applied-0)

The Georgetown University offers Master’s in Applied Intelligence program which prepares students “to navigate the technology-driven intelligence landscape by acquiring the critical analysis and communication skills needed for success in this industry.” The course deals with the “oral and written communication skills in applied intelligence and focuses on homeland security, law enforcement, and competitive business intelligence.” (https://scs.georgetown.edu/programs/423/master-of-professional-studies-in-applied-intelligence/). Similar to this the university has a Master’s degree program in Security Studies Program (SSP) also. The King’s College London runs MA in Intelligence and International Security which “examines the trends that continue to shape intelligence and geo-strategic developments in the 21^st century.” The university “aim to provide a framework in which to understand the nature and role of intelligence in its relationship to wider issues in war and international security; an understanding of the processes, practices and institutions that have characterised intelligence in the modern era; an understanding of the problems connected with intelligence collection, assessment and ability to predict events in world affairs; and an appreciation of the particular ethical concerns generated by intelligence related phenomena.” (https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught-courses/intelligence-and-international-security-ma.aspx). The Angelo State University offers Master of Security Studies (M.S.S.) in Intelligence, Security Studies and Analysis. It “addresses the growing need for graduate-level study in the intelligence discipline and its relationships to national security issues such as: Policy making, Military strategy, planning and operations, Constitutional issues, The rule of law in a democracy.” (https://www.angelo.edu/content/profiles/2431-intelligence-security-studies-and-analysis-masters/Templates/profiles-graduate-programs#contact). The Penn State University offers Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security – Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Option. “The GEOINT option within the intercollege Master of Professional Studies (iMPS) in Homeland Security is designed to increase the skills and knowledge of the analyst to produce accurate intelligence to help save lives, improve government, and assist businesses. Geospatial intelligence is applied in law enforcement and homeland security applications such as disaster response and recovery, emergency preparedness, environmental analysis and protection, how criminal and terrorist groups act spatially.” According to the university this program is “ideal for those working in federal agencies such as the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, Army Corps of Engineers, USGS, NOAA, EPA, and FEMA.” (https://www.worldcampus.psu.edu/degrees-and-certificates/homeland-security-geospatial-intelligence/overview)

The Dublin City University (DCU), Ireland, has a 24-month International Master’s program in Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies (IMSISS) Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) developed by a consortium of three European universities –University of Glasgow (UK), Dublin City University (Ireland), and Charles University in Prague (Czech Republic). “Students on this degree programme will examine a broad range of contemporary security challenges, such as terrorism, civil war and conflict, mass migration, energy supply security, cyber security and new technologies, and transnational and serious organised crime.” (https://www.dcu.ie/courses/Postgraduate/law_and_government/International-Master-Security-Intelligence-and-Strategic#tab1)

The National University’s runs the Master of Science of Strategic Intelligence. According to the University, “The Master of Science of Strategic Intelligence program educates students on the components and sum of the parts that the Intelligence Community comprises, the environment in which it functions, and the nature of the threats facing the United States.” (http://ni-u.edu/wp/academics/schools/college-of-strategic-intelligence/master-of-science-of-strategic-intelligence/)

The Embry – Riddle Aeronautical University offers a Master of Science in Security and Intelligence Studies (MSSIS), housed in the College of Security and Intelligence, which combines “science and high technology with advanced intelligence and security topics” (https://erau.edu/degrees/master/security-intelligence-studies/). The University of Buckingham runs an MA in Security and Intelligence Studies and “aims to deliver a deep understanding of the contemporary security and intelligence environment in western democracies, with a focus on the UK”, (https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/humanities/ma/securityandintelligence). The Brunel University London also offers MA in Intelligence and Security Studies. (https://www.brunel.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/Intelligence-and-Security-Studies-MA#).

The August University, USA runs the Master of Arts in Intelligence and Security Studies (MAISS) (https://www.augusta.edu/pamplin/maiss/admissions.php)

The University of Southern California offers Master’s in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine. This is a one year program based on biomedical science, including developmental biology, human embryology, regenerative medicine, and translational and therapeutic aspects of stem cell technology. The University says that this course is helpful to obtain a “unique understanding of how the body’s own developmental and repair mechanisms can restore damaged cells, tissues and organs—providing new opportunities to treat conditions ranging from blindness to cancer, from organ failure to HIV/AIDS.” (https://scrm.usc.edu/)

The Stanford Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine (SCBRM) program offers Master’s and Doctoral studies in SCBRM. The department says that “the doctoral education that translates basic science to clinical applications, typically referred to as Translational Science, and of intense interest internationally in medical schools and universities.” The “doctoral program provides exceptional didactic education and research experience in the basic sciences underlying stem cell biology.”  (http://exploredegrees.stanford.edu/schoolofmedicine/stemcellbiologyandregenerativemedicine/#text)

The University of Sheffield runs an MSc Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine program which leads “to international research in stem cell biology, regenerative medicine and the molecular and cellular basis of disease” (https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses/purescience/biomedical/stem-cell-regenerative-medicine-msc). The University of Nottingham also has an MSc in Stem Cell Technology and Regenerative Medicine. (https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pgstudy/courses/medicine/medical-sciences/stem-cell-technology-msc.aspx)

The University of Chester runs an M.Sc. in Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine. If a student has a biomedical or clinical research interest, successful completion of the MSc will allow them to directly register onto PhD study and join the team of researchers at the Institute of Medicine. (https://www1.chester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/stem-cells-and-regenerative-medicine/201810#campus).

Newcastle University offers MRes (Master of Research) in Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine which “involves a working knowledge of scientific research”. The course allows students to experience an internationally competitive research area, predominantly in academia but also potentially in industry. (https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/degrees/stem-cells-regenerative-medicine-mres/#profile).  The University of Southampton also offers MRes in Stem Cells, Development and Regenerative Medicine. The MRes is organised by the Centre for Human Development, Stem Cells & Regeneration (CHDSCR) (http://stemcells.org.uk/) which undertakes fundamental research into early development and stem cells, together with applied translational research targeting the NHS and patient benefit. (https://www.southampton.ac.uk/medicine/postgraduate/research_degrees/degrees/mres-in-stem-cells-development-and-regenerative-medicine.page)

Some universities call their programme Master’s in Regenerative Medicine. The NUI Galway has an MSc in Regenerative Medicine and “focuses on stem cells, gene therapy and tissue engineering, focussing on how they can be applied to develop new therapeutics”. “This course is administered by the Regenerative Medicine Institute (REMEDI), a world-class biomedical research institute. REMEDI’s main focus is to use cells and genes to regenerate healthy tissues that can be used to repair or replace other tissues and organs with a minimally invasive approach.” (http://www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/regenerative-medicine.html). The Queen Mary University of London also offers MSc in Regenerative Medicine which provides “advanced, multi-disciplinary training in the scientific principles and clinical applications of regenerative medicine, and is delivered jointly by Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry and the School of Engineering and Materials Science”. (https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/coursefinder/courses/164872.html). The MRC Centre for Regenerative Medicine (CRM) based at the University of Edinburgh offers Ph.D. in Regenerative Medicine focusing on “stem cells, disease and tissue repair to advance human health” and the goal of this program is “developing new treatments for major diseases including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, degenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease, and liver failure.” (https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/degrees/index.php?r=site/view&edition=2018&id=695)

Auston University, Singapore offers combination of theoretical and practical based M.Sc. in Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine (http://www.aston.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught-programmes/life-health-sciences/msc-stem-cells-and-regenerative-medicine/). Ankara University, Turkey, offers a theoretical and research based Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Master Program. (http://bbs.ankara.edu.tr/Amac_Hedef.aspx?bno=3347&bot=1002).

Some universities offers very specific subject oriented courses in Regenerative Medicine like the University of Bradford which runs an MSc in Skin Sciences and Regenerative Medicine which focuses on mainly skin and says that “The skin is a particularly useful model as it contains very active stem cells and is a relatively accessible source of human cells. The unique human regenerative capacity of the hair follicle is particularly interesting. Follicles shed their hairs during frequent growth cycles regenerating new replacements; these may resemble previous ones or differ in size and/or colour (e.g. beard hairs replacing tiny facial hairs).” (https://www.bradford.ac.uk/courses/pg/skin-sciences-regenerative-medicine/).

The University College London offers MSc in Nanotechnology and Regenerative Medicine which “equips students with critical understanding of how nanotechnology can be harnessed for the improved detection and treatment of disease, the use of stem cells in medicine, tissue engineering strategies for tissue regeneration, improving biomaterials for directing cell behaviour, the regulatory, ethical and commercial hurdles for the translation of these emerging technologies.” (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/taught-degrees/nanotechnology-regenerative-medicine-msc)

In a similar fashion, The University of Manchester has an MRes program in Tissue Engineering for Regenerative Medicine which focuses on “strategies to repair, replace and regenerate various tissues and organs to solve major clinical problems, gaining insights into topical issues including stem cells, polymer technology, biomaterial fabrication/characterisation and gene delivery.” (https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/list/06439/mres-tissue-engineering-for-regenerative-medicine/course-details/#course-profile). The Swansea University has an MSc by Research in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicines. (http://www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate/research/engineering/msc-by-research-tissue-engineering-and-regenerative-medicine/#key-features=is-expanded&description=is-expanded&entry-requirements=is-expanded&how-to-apply=is-expanded&tuition-fees=is-expanded&additional-costs=is-expanded), the FH Technikum Wein, University of Applied Sciences offers Master’s Degree Program in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicines and is offered as a double degree program in cooperation with the Experimental and Medical Biosciences master’s degree program at Linköping University (LiU) in Sweden (https://www.technikum-wien.at/en/study_programs/master_s/tissue_engineering_and_regenerative_medicine/)