Overview
You will have the opportunity to network with like-minded experts, academics and policymakers from around the world who are responding to disasters, conflicts and complex political emergencies.
Careers and skills
Our students come from a wide variety of backgrounds and many are working full-time jobs in real-time humanitarian responses where they can take full advantage of the flexible nature of the course.
The learning and teaching on the International Humanitarian Affairs programme from University of York enables you to build upon the practical knowledge gained from your professional experience with cutting-edge theory and an insight into humanitarian policy making. Successful completion of the course leads to a globally recognised qualification.
Our graduates have gone on to leading roles in governmental and non-governmental organisations, the United Nations and charities, working in areas affected by disasters and conflicts around the world. Their work spans the humanitarian and development spectrum, from camp management to advising the UN and governments on humanitarian responses. Many go on to further study at York and other leading universities.
Career opportunities
- Central government roles
- Local government roles
- United Nations roles eg in the High Commission for Refugees, the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the Mission in Sudan and the World Health Organisation
- International NGOs eg Mercy Corps, Care International, Aga Khan Development Network, Save the Children and Shelter Box
- International Donor Agencies eg DFiD (UK) and USAID
- University roles
Get more details
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Examining Humanitarianism
- Protection and Assistance in International Humanitarian Law
- Humanitarian Response: Food and Nutrition, Shelter, Health and WASH
- Research Methods in Humanitarian Affairs
- Education in Emergencies
- Evaluating Humanitarian Programmes
- Communities in Humanitarian Affairs
- Disasters in Complex Political Emergencies
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Credits
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Disciplines
International Relations View 53 other Masters in International Relations in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 or equivalent in an appropriate subject. We are willing to consider applications from those who do not have the appropriate qualifications but have suitable humanitarian and development experience through working with the United Nations, international humanitarian and development organisations, government authorities, community-based groups or local charities.
Tuition Fee
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International
4980 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4980 GBP per year and a duration of 24 months. -
EU/EEA
4980 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4980 GBP per year and a duration of 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Getting a Student Visa
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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