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Academic Program Tracks

MSGA 

MSGSCC

Degree Requirements

4 Core Courses (12 Credits)
6 Concentration Courses (18 Credits) – each concentration has 1 required course
3 Electives (9 Credits)
1 Capstone or Thesis Project (3 Credits)

Total: 14 Courses (42 Credits)

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Degree Requirements

6 Core Courses (18 Credits)
5 Specialization Elective Courses (15 Credits)
1 Thesis/Capstone or Cyber Practicum (3 Credits)

Total: 12 Courses (36 Credits)

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Course Registration 

Schedule Mapping Guidelines 

Students typically take core courses in their first semester. Having a mix between core and concentration courses is also viable depending on the concentration. Please refer to the Schedule Mapping Guidelines for recommendations on course selection.

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Registration Info  

Students register via Albert, NYU’s online registration system

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Degree Components 

Concentrations 

For MSGA Students, a minimum of 6 courses or 18 credits are required in your chosen concentration. 

Use the Comprehensive Course List to help with planning. 

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Thesis/Capstone Project Guidelines 

Within the MSGA and MSCSCC degrees, students are required to complete either a Thesis or a Capstone Project (3 Credits). 

Use the Thesis/Capstone Checklist to help with planning. 

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Customizable Degree Enhancements 

Global Field Intensives

The Global Field Intensive (GFI) is designed for students to maximize their in-country academic experience by engaging in comprehensive pre-departure research and project planning. Global Field Intensive courses can be applied towards any concentration and count for 3 credits, upon successful application and approval.

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2023 Greece GFI

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Specializations 

In addition to their choice of concentration, MSGA students are able to attain a “Specialization in Data Analytics”, “Specialization in United Nations” or “Specialization in Global Risk”. These Specializations help equip students with concrete skills that will benefit them throughout their coursework, as well as gain field experience. 

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Consulting Practicums 

Consulting practicums place students in real world situations, working under faculty supervision for the United Nations, the U.S. State Department, non-governmental organizations, and private firms on projects of immediate importance. These practicums exist across our eight concentrations, and are full credit bearing. 

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Practicum Partner: Reconstructed Living Labs

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