Concurrent Master’s Degrees The combination of two master’s degree programs in recognized majors (including a master’s degree and a J.D.) in which a limited number of units may be used in common to reduce the time needed to earn both degrees, and which entail an integrated capstone. Concurrent Degree guidelines How to calculate “shared units” Approval process (following preliminary review by Graduate Division): Campus only: Graduate Council Committee on Budget and Interdepartmental Relations Divisional Council Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Planning