Overview

Shape how giving changes the world. The MA Philanthropic Studies at Kent is the UK’s first and only Master’s dedicated to exploring the theory, values and practice of philanthropy.

Designed for working professionals, the course is delivered entirely online, so you can gain a critical and strategic understanding of giving while balancing your studies with your career. You’ll engage with questions about why people give, how to lead change, and what impact really means.

You’ll be taught by experts in the field. The curriculum is rooted in real-world application, drawing on disciplines from social policy and sociology to law and business. You’ll also join an engaged cohort of practitioners and connect through our optional annual conference on campus.

Whether you’re already leading change in the non-profit sector or looking to make a meaningful move into it, this course will deepen your insight, strengthen your strategy, and expand your network.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Philanthropy

Research Methods for Philanthropic Studies

Volunteering and Society

The Art and Science of Fundraising

Advising Donors

Global Philanthropy: Comparative Perspectives

Preparing Your Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

No fixed deadline for applications from home students, but it is recommended to apply as soon as possible; no later than three months before your start date.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

4.5

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OTE

126

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants will normally have a minimum requirement of a 2:1 honours degree or higher in a social science or related subject.
Applicants with good degrees in other subjects and experience working or volunteering in the philanthropic or charitable sectors will also be considered.
In exceptional circumstances we will consider students with lower grade honours degrees if they can demonstrate significant experience working or volunteering in the philanthropic or charitable sectors.
In exceptional circumstances we will consider students who do not have a degree if they can demonstrate significant experience working or volunteering in the philanthropy or charitable sectors. We may in these circumstances ask for examples of recent written work to help make admission decisions.

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

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Funding

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