The concurrent M.A. program in International and Area Studies (IAS) is designed to complement the graduate degree programs in architecture. It is intended to produce graduate students who combine advanced professional training with a detailed knowledge of contemporary international issues or particular world areas or countries. The content of each M.A. program is shaped in consultation with the departmental IAS advisor to meet the specific needs and interests of the individual student.

In addition to satisfying all Graduate Division and departmental requirements for the Master of Architecture, M.S., or Ph.D. degrees, students in this concurrent program must complete a minimum of 24 units outside architecture in the special area agreed upon with the IAS advisor.