Program Overview
The Development and Emergency Practice (PGDip PGCert) at Oxford Brookes 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 Development and Emergency Practice (PGDip PGCert) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom 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 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,870 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,670 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Development and Emergency Practice (PGDip PGCert) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The programme is open to all candidates who fulfil at least one of the following conditions:
- hold a good honours degree in a relevant discipline
- hold a relevant recognised diploma or professional qualification (eg in architecture, planning, environmental psychology, public health, geography, public administration)
- are in their final year of studying architecture or planning and are able to demonstrate their proficiency in written and design work
- have substantial and proven field experience.
English language requirements
- At least 6.5 in IELTS, with a minimum of 6.0 across all four components of the test
International applications
- Preparation courses for International and EU students
- Take our Pre-Master\'s course to help you to meet both the English language and academic entry requirements for your master\'s course.
- If you need to improve your English language, we have pre-sessional English language courses available to help you to meet the English language requirements of your chosen master\xc2\x92s.
How to apply
- You apply for this course through UCAS Postgraduate.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,870 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,670 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,870 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,670 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Oxford Brookes 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 Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, United Kingdom
Oxford Brookes University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date May 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months