Program Overview
The Arid Land Studies at Texas Tech University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Arid Land Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Lubbock, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Arid Land Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
- Language, Philosophy, & Culture 3 Semester Credit Hours *
- ANTH 2300 - Biological Anthropology 3 Semester Credit Hours
- ANTH 2100 - Biological Anthropology Lab 1 Semester Credit Hours
- POLS 1301 - American Government 3 Semester Credit Hours
- ENGL 1301 - Essentials of College Rhetoric 3 Semester Credit Hours
- HIST 2300 - History of the United States to 1877 3 Semester Credit Hours
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants to the program must satisfy the requirements set by the university and the Graduate School. In addition, students interested in the MSALS program must have two letters of recommendation and a statement of career goals
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 16,746 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Texas Tech University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Texas Tech University
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, United States
Texas Tech University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 34 semesters
- Credits 16