Migration studies is a broad-based course of study that evaluates the process of human migration in a global context. The field of migration studies is gaining in popularity as policymakers worldwide struggle to make difficult decisions in an increasingly contentious political and social climate.

An MA is a master’s degree awarded to students that have completed a program studying humanities or fine arts subjects such as history, communications, philosophy, theology or English. A Master of Arts degree typically requires coursework, research and written examinations.