Program Overview
The Climate and Society at Columbia University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 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 Climate and Society 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 62,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Climate and Society programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Dynamics of Climate Variability and Change
- Regional Dynamics, Climate, and Climate Impacts
- Quantitative Models of Climate\x96Sensitive Natural and Human Systems
- Managing Climate Variability and Adapting to Climate Change
- Applications in Climate and Society
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Statement of Purpose
- CV/Resume
- Transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- GRE scores\xc2\xa0
- TOEFL scores for international students
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 62,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 62,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Columbia 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 Columbia University
Columbia University
New York, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-06
- Language English
- Duration 12 months