7.6k Master's degrees in Humanities

The MA in Contemporary Literature, Culture and Theory at King's College London lets you explore a range of texts and concepts from 1945 to the present, with an emphasis on the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

English from University of Missouri - Columbia is dedicated to the study of English language and literature in all of its various historical, cultural, and theoretical aspects.

The History program at North Dakota State University offers M.A., and M.S. degrees. Most graduate courses are held during the workday, but a number of courses are offered in the late afternoon and evening each semester to accommodate working professionals within driving distance of NDSU. Online courses are not offered.

The Master of Divinity - MA in Bioethics joint degree program at Wake Forest University facilitates an interdisciplinary conversation between theology and bioethics and to provide resources for students whose vocational aims require knowledge and/or competence in both disciplines.

The History M.A. at the University of Kansas provides advanced training in archival research and historical thinking. This public programme offers full-time or part-time study modes, focusing on subject expertise and professional scholarship. Students develop high-level communication skills through rigorous academic mentorship.

The Philosophy programme from Syracuse University is designed to enhance a student's understanding and expertise in some aspects of philosophy.

The study of Philosophy has been hailed in the media as the superstar of the humanities for producing graduates skilled in critical reasoning and creative problem solving. Where better to study this in-demand discipline than Fordham University, where we’ve been teaching philosophy for more than 150 years?

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.

The Medieval Studies programme at Southern Methodist University is a comprehensive M.A. degree designed for deep historical exploration. This full-time course requires thirty semester hours of credit, focusing on interdisciplinary research. Students engage with diverse subject areas to master the complexities of the medieval era.

The History programme at the University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a comprehensive academic experience available at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Students can engage in full-time study on campus or explore flexible online tracks for advanced degrees, focusing on critical inquiry and research excellence.

The History program at University of Nevada, Reno is designed primarily for elementary and secondary teachers of history and social studies.

Philosophy degree offered by the University of Bergen will give the student a deeper understanding of key philosophical problem areas.

The Philosophy programme at Concordia University Montréal is a two-year, full-time Master of Arts (MA) degree. This 45-credit course explores fundamental questions of reality and ethics through diverse traditions. Students engage in deep conceptual analysis while preparing for doctoral studies or professional careers.

The M.A.T. in Teaching in English at Boston College is designed for those students who wish to teach English at the secondary school level.

The Catholic and Faith-Based Educational Leadership program at Fordham University focuses on the legacy of inherited excellence, present innovations and the future vitality and sustainability of Catholic and non-public schools.

The Department of Romance Languages at the University of Georgia offers degrees in French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish-language cultural studies, linguistics, and literature, with a focus on interdisciplinary study, close mentorship, and professional training.

The Philosophy programme at the University of Oregon offers a pluralistic approach to the history of thought. Students can pursue this degree through full-time study on campus, exploring diverse perspectives from ethics to environmentalism. This undergraduate course prepares learners for a range of professional paths.

The French programme at Florida Atlantic University offers advanced postgraduate study in language, literature, and culture. Available as an M.A. or M.A.T., this degree provides flexible pathways including thesis and non-thesis options. Students can complete this full-time course on campus to master linguistic and pedagogical skills.

Students focusing their course of study on the department’s four primary areas of strength (Colonial Latin America, Early Modern Global, United States, and China) are admitted into the History graduate program at Pennsylvania State University. Courses in all other areas are offered on a regular basis and encouraged as secondary areas of focus.

The Preservation Studies program at Boston University trains students for productive careers working in historic preservation and the stewardship of cultural resources and heritage. Boston and New England have historically stood out as leaders of the national historic preservation movement.