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7.7k Master's degrees in Humanities
Exploring Humanities programmes can be an enriching experience for international students. The cost of these programmes can vary widely. For instance, the lower-end tuition fee, represented by the €2,018, offers an affordable entry point for many students. On the other hand, the typical tuition fee, indicated by the €19,069, gives a sense of the average cost one might expect. For those looking at the higher end of the spectrum, the €47,994 highlights the premium options available. It's also worth noting that a significant 7% of programmes fall into the affordable category, making it accessible for a broader range of students. Additionally, the growing trend of online learning is reflected in the 20% of online Humanities programmes, offering flexibility for those who need it.
Linguistics (Applied) and Discourse Studies
The Linguistics (Applied) and Discourse Studies programme at Carleton University is a Master of Arts degree delivered in a public study mode. This comprehensive curriculum typically spans one to two years, offering students a unique opportunity to explore the central role of language within diverse social contexts.
Theological Studies
Theological Studies by Faith International University provides a well-rounded biblical and theological understanding of the Christian faith in relation to other disciplines.
Divinity
The Divinity program from University of Divinity is a primary theological degree for students with a degree in another area.

Drama and Theatre Studies
The Drama and Theatre Studies degree delivered at University of Galway is a dynamic and practice-rich programme based at the O’Donoghue Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance. It blends critical study with hands-on theatre-making, allowing students to shape their learning across areas such as Irish drama, playwriting, directing, applied theatre, and performance theory.
Divinity
Prepare to fulfill your mission in life by earning your Master of Divinity at Grand Canyon University. Scholars undergo a rigorous program of ministry training and biblical and theological study to lay the framework for a future career ministering to God’s people.

Languages and Cultures (by Research)
This Languages and Cultures (by Research) course from Lancaster University is an excellent choice if you are keen to build on your love of languages and cultures and would enjoy the freedom to explore a research topic of your own choice.
Liberal Studies
The Liberal Studies, M.A.L.S. is offered by University of New Hampshire. The liberal studies (or M.A.L.S.) program is innovative and interdisciplinary. Design your own course of study, choosing courses from across the university that focus on a topic, issue, perspective or cultural development, culminating in a scholarly thesis or creative applied project.
History
The History programme at The City University of New York offers a flexible curriculum for scholars and future educators. Available as a B.A., M.A., or combined B.A.-M.A., this degree features full-time study options. Students engage in discussion-based learning led by an accomplished faculty at this prestigious institution.

Classics and Ancient Civilisations
The Classics and Ancient Civilisations programme at Leiden University covers the entire range of present-day research on the civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Anatolia, Syria and Palestine, Greece and the Roman Empire.
Arts
The Arts program at Monash University is renowned for innovative, engaging and high quality research in the humanities and social sciences, and we are committed to providing graduate research education of the highest quality in a stimulating, supportive and professional environment.
Classics
The Classics programme at the University of Oregon is a comprehensive M.A. degree offered on a full-time basis. Students can specialise in Language and Literature or Classical Archaeology and Material Culture. This rigorous course requires 45 credits and provides deep expertise in ancient Greek and Latin traditions.
Creative Writing
The Creative Writing programme at the University of South Florida is a funded three-year M.Sc. level MFA. Delivered in a public study mode, it offers a full tuition waiver and teaching assistantships. Students specialise in poetry, fiction, or non-fiction within a supportive, professional literary community.
Linguistics
The newly designed Master’s Programme in Linguistics from University of Konstanz focuses on the basic structures across languages that underlie human speech and examines how linguistic knowledge is applied in the investigation of individual languages

English Communication Teaching
The English Communication Teaching course at National University of Singapore is a programme that equips educators with skills required to meet the pedagogical demands of today’s global classrooms.
English - Literary Studies
The MA in English - Literary Studies at The Chinese University of Hong Kong is an intensive taught programme, one year for full-time students and two years for part-time students.
Humanities Concentration in Civic Leadership
Completing this dual Humanities Concentration in Civic Leadership at University of Louisville degree saves students time and money by waiving the elective courses needed for each program.

Beginnings of Irish Christianity
This Beginnings of Irish Christianity degree delivered by the University College Cork provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the religious culture and spirituality of early medieval Ireland, from the conversion to Christianity down to the end of the twelfth century.
Postgraduate Pathway in Art
This Postgraduate Pathway in Art offered by Birmingham City University International College has a strong international outlook – with former graduates now working in Shanghai, Spain, Malaysia, London, Hong Kong, India, Kuwait, Thailand and Taiwan, to name but a few!
Greek and-or Roman History
The one year Greek and-or Roman History programme offered at the University of Oxford is an intensive and high-pressure course designed primarily for those students who wish to prepare for doctoral work by means of a shorter course than the two-year MPhil in Ancient History. For this degree you will write a dissertation of up to 10,000 words and complete two other options.
Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
The Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies programme at Florida Atlantic University offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary education. This academic track explores diverse social perspectives through various study modes. Students engage with expert faculty to understand complex societal structures over the course of their degree.