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7.6k 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 €2,017, offers an affordable entry point for many students. On the other hand, the typical tuition fee, indicated by the €19,429, gives a sense of the average cost one might expect. For those looking at the higher end of the spectrum, the €49,720 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.

English Literature Northumbria University
4,3(160)Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 8% in WorldwideInternationally recognised scholars in English Literature teach this intensive research-focused English Literature programme at Northumbria University. You’ll work with cutting-edge research-active staff to push forward the latest developments in literary criticism.

Secondary History University of Huddersfield
4,4(42)Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 15% in WorldwideWant to turn your spark for history into a career that ignites young minds? The Secondary History course from University of Huddersfield gives you the skills and experience to teach pupils aged 11–16 and build a rewarding career.

Philosophy - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) University of Southampton
4,4(93)Southampton, United Kingdom Top 2% in WorldwideThis one-year (2-semester) Philosophy - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Southampton offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.

Spanish University College Cork
4,1(114)Cork, Ireland Top 5% in WorldwideThe Spanish degree delivered by the University College Cork is aimed at graduates who may want to be considered for a master’s course in the area of Hispanic studies subsequently (but do not have an honours degree in the field) or who may want to add the subject of the Higher Diploma in Arts to their qualifications.

History - Modern and Contemporary History University of Birmingham
4,3(46)Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in WorldwideFrom the industrial revolution to the computer age, from the impact of the French Revolution to the Arab Spring, explore the rapid changes during modern and contemporary history and the impact they have on the world today with the History - Modern and Contemporary History degree from University of Birmingham.

Islamic Studies The University of Exeter
4,3(102)Exeter, United Kingdom Top 3% in WorldwideThe Islamic Studies course from The University of Exeter is a broad and flexible programme which you can tailor to your particular interests and conduct independent research.

Classical Studies Maynooth University
4,1(51)Maynooth, Ireland Top 15% in WorldwideThe Classical Studies Higher Diploma programme from Maynooth University offers a wide-ranging and balanced education in many aspects of the ancient civilisations and their aftermath, with modules on ancient mythology, literature, history, and philosophy as well as the modern reception of the Classical legacy.

Philosophy University of Essex
4,2(88)Colchester, United Kingdom Top 6% in WorldwideIn the Philosophy degree from University of Essex, you can choose from our existing list of modules taught by our enthusiastic, friendly and expert academics – such as modules on ethics, phenomenology and existentialism, feminism, philosophy of religion or contemporary political philosophy.

Interdisciplinary Studies University of Glasgow
4,3(89)Glasgow, United Kingdom Top 2% in WorldwideAt the University of Glasgow’s rural campus in Dumfries, the Interdisciplinary Studies programme provides a friendly and focused learning environment with a high level of access to research supervision, and excellent study resources.

Sacred Music University of St Andrews
4,4(24)Saint Andrews, United Kingdom Top 4% in WorldwideThe Sacred Music programme at the University of St Andrews offers a unique interdisciplinary formation in Sacred Music for musicians, scholars, and leaders in artistic ministry. It is taught jointly by the School of Divinity’s Institute for Theology, Imagination and the Arts and the University of St Andrews Music Centre.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages University of York
4,2(99)York, United Kingdom Top 3% in WorldwideDevelop your knowledge of approaches to English language teaching to facilitate better teaching practice alongside this Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages course from University of York.

Transnational History (TNH) Charles University
4,3(112)Prague, Czech Republic Top 5% in WorldwideDiscover how history shapes our interconnected world. This Transnational History program from Charles University explores the forces that have linked and transformed societies from the 19th century to today. In an international environment, you’ll examine global issues such as globalization, migration, war, or cultural exchange – learning to interpret the past to better understand the present.

Theatre Victoria University of Wellington
4,1(82)Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in WorldwideStudy your specialist subject in detail and take the opportunity to contribute to the world's knowledge in that area. Enhance your critical thinking, communication and problem-solving abilities and learn to create and assess new ideas. The Theatre programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.

Philosophy University of Liverpool
4,3(140)Liverpool, United Kingdom Top 2% in WorldwideThe Philosophy programme from University of Liverpool allows you to undertake a one year full-time or two year part-time research project in Philosophy. You will receive training in research skills and supervision from one or more academic specialists in their subject area.

History University of Reading
4,2(27)Reading, United Kingdom Top 4% in WorldwideThe History degree offered at the University of Reading will take you from Africa through South Asia and the Middle East, the MA History offers a wide-reaching pathway in non-western history right up to the present day.

English Language and Linguistics University of Glasgow
4,3(89)Glasgow, United Kingdom Top 2% in WorldwideThe English Language and Linguistics programme at the University of Glasgow will equip you with the key linguistic and technical research skills to explore the structure and everyday use of English, past and present, from early medieval manuscripts to Renaissance letters, from speech to semantics, from language experiments to investigating vast text corpora.

Applied Research Victoria University
4,2(47)Melbourne, Australia Top 10% in WorldwideGain a solid foundation in research methods before undertaking a thesis related to any of the disciplines within 'sustainable and liveable cities'. The Applied Research programme offered by Victoria University is designed for bachelor graduates in any discipline.

Screenwriting (Part-time) Liverpool John Moores University
4,3(115)Liverpool, United Kingdom Top 9% in WorldwideThis Screenwriting (Part-time) course from Liverpool John Moores University invites you to explore your creative potential, by giving you the creative space to develop as a writer.

Theology and Religious Studies KU Leuven
4,1(135)Leuven, Belgium Top 1% in WorldwideLooking to build on your Bachelor's degree in Theology or Religious Studies? Or perhaps you are engaged in pastoral work and seeking to deepen your theoretical insights? Where better than at KU Leuven, where theology has been taught and practised for nearly 600 years?

International Contemporary Literatures and Media University of Galway
4,1(90)Galway, Ireland Top 6% in WorldwideThis MA International Contemporary Literatures and Media degree delivered at University of Galway will teach you to communicate your ideas effectively - whether in writing, speaking, or across diverse media and to adapt your message to different audiences in intercultural settings.