MSc International Humanitarian Affairs (online)
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    MSc International Humanitarian Affairs (online)

    University of York
    University of York
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, York
    University Rank:#184
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    MSc International Humanitarian Affairs (online)

    About

    Engage with the philosophical and theoretical emergence of the concepts of humanitarianism.

    ‌‌We offer an opportunity for you to explore fast-changing, contemporary debates over the theory, policy and practice of humanitarian affairs. 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.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Undergraduate degree 2:2 or equivalent in a relevant 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.

    Other international qualifications Equivalent qualifications from your country

    IELTS (Academic and Indicator) 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each component

    Cambridge CEFR B2 First: 176, with 169 in each component

    Oxford ELLT 7, minimum of 6 in each component

    Duolingo 120, minimum 105 in all other components

    LanguageCert SELT B2 with 33/50 in each component

    LanguageCert Academic 70 with a minimum of 65 in each component

    Kaplan Test of English Language 459-494, with 426-458 in all other components

    Skills for English B2: Merit overall, with Pass with Merit in each component

    PTE Academic 61, minimum 55 in each component

    TOEFL 87, minimum 21 in each component

    Trinity ISE III Merit in all components

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 7

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS (Academic and Indicator) 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each component

    Cambridge CEFR B2 First: 176, with 169 in each component

    Oxford ELLT 7, minimum of 6 in each component

    Duolingo 120, minimum 105 in all other components

    LanguageCert SELT B2 with 33/50 in each component

    LanguageCert Academic 70 with a minimum of 65 in each component

    Kaplan Test of English Language 459-494, with 426-458 in all other components

    Skills for English B2: Merit overall, with Pass with Merit in each component

    PTE Academic 61, minimum 55 in each component

    TOEFL 87, minimum 21 in each component

    Trinity ISE III Merit in all components

    Career

    Career opportunities

    • Policy analyst
    • Development Policy Officer
    • Partnership Liaison Officer
    • Fundraising and communications manager
    • Journalist
    • Human Rights Officer

    Transferable skills

    • Collaborate with affected populations as equal partners
    • Analytical and critical skills to engage at policy and practice levels
    • Creativity and imagination to respond to complex and challenging emergencies
    • The ability to facilitate positive change and response improvement
    • The ability to undertake reflective independent learning
    • The ability to research, source and examine information thoroughly
    • The capacity to critically analyse evidence and construct coherent arguments
    • Intellectual independence and autonomy
    • A flexible and open-minded approach to work

    Fee Information

    MSc International Humanitarian Affairs (online)

    University of York

    University of York

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, York

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