7.6k Master's degrees in Humanities

The History programme at Syracuse University will provide the analytical and research skills needed for future success in this diverse field.

Our Master of Fine Arts in Directing program at Boston University provides early-career professionals with the opportunity to cultivate their artistic identities and professional objectives while refining and enhancing their technical skills and range.

The MFA in Film and Television Studies program at Boston University requires a total of 64 credits. In the third semester, students develop a prospectus for a final graduate thesis project and present it to the graduate faculty for their approval. 

The English M.Sc. at University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a versatile postgraduate programme delivered on campus. Students can choose between thesis and non-thesis tracks to suit their professional goals. This public study mode course typically requires 30 to 36 credits, offering deep engagement with literary and linguistic studies.

The English Master of Arts at the University of Regina is a two-year public programme available in several pathways, including thesis, project, and course-based routes. Students engage in advanced literary research or creative writing while developing professional communication skills through intensive seminar-based study.

The Liberal Studies programme at Southern Methodist University offers a flexible, interdisciplinary approach to graduate education. Designed for busy professionals, this Master’s degree explores the human condition through diverse perspectives. Students enjoy intellectual freedom in a part-time format with evening and weekend classes.

The English program at University of Nevada, Reno aims to give students a deeper understanding of how literature, theory, language and culture can be made relevant in the modern world - and a basis for moving their career forward, whether in academia or elsewhere.

The Creative Writing programme at the University of Regina is a two-year Master of Arts delivered in a public study mode. This advanced course allows students to refine their literary craft through specialised workshops and research. It offers multiple pathways, including thesis and project-based routes, to suit your goals.

The English programme at the University of Louisville offers a comprehensive study of language, literature, and professional writing. This undergraduate degree is delivered on-campus with full-time study options, focusing on developing the critical thinking and communication skills essential for success in a global workforce.

This Religious Studies MA course from Queen's University focuses on the relationship between religion and culture (ancient or contemporary) and, furthermore, places an emphasis on contemporary theories and methods in the study of religion. 

The Humanities programme at the University of Louisville offers a versatile interdisciplinary education within the College of Arts & Sciences. Students can engage in full-time study to explore diverse cultural perspectives and global histories, developing the critical thinking skills essential for modern professional leadership.

Develop and refine your voice as a writer—and gain the skills you need to sustain a life in the arts—with the Master of Fine Arts in Theater - Playwriting at Temple University's School of Theater, Film and Media Arts.

The graduate program in Spanish at Temple University integrates the established fields of Literature and Linguistics. Students may apply one approved non-Temple graduate course done in a Spanish-speaking country toward fulfillment of the M.A. requirements in Spanish. Opportunities for graduate study abroad through Temple programs are available occasionally.

The Bioethics course at Monash University prepares students with the ability to provide well-informed analysis of these issues that are relevant to both individuals and society as a whole.

This Theology and Religious Studies - Research programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam engages you with ins and outs of academic research in a specialized area within theology or religious studies. Your religious convictions are the starting point of a journey, in which you will learn to critically develop your own worldview in dialogue with others.

The MA Filmmaking course is designed for you to develop your creative voice, master advanced technical skills, and launch a career in the global film and TV industries. From day one, you’ll be making ambitious, original work – building a strong visual style, critical perspective, and industry-level ability. You’ll also make more films on this course than on any other MA filmmaking degree programme

The Modern History M.Sc. at Aberystwyth University provides an intensive exploration of global, European, and British history from the 19th century to today. This one-year, full-time programme focuses on diverse political and cultural perspectives, offering expert research training and flexible study modes for aspiring historians.

The Comparative Literature programme at the University at Buffalo is a rigorous postgraduate degree designed for deep research. This full-time course typically spans two years, offering students a robust academic environment to explore global literary traditions and advanced theory within a diverse scholarly community.

The Linguistics MA at the University at Buffalo is a comprehensive postgraduate programme delivered in person. Students can choose between full-time or part-time study modes over a two-year duration. This 33-credit course provides a deep exploration of language structures and cognitive interfaces within a world-class institution.

The University of Maine History Department offers MA and PhD programs of study in a wide range of fields.