Program Overview
The Development Practice at Columbia University is a Master 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 Development Practice 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 7.5
- Tuition: USD 50,948 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Development Practice 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
- Foundations of Sustainable Development
- Quantitative Analysis
- DP-LAB
- Economic Analysis for International and Public Affairs
- Global Food Systems
- Global Health Practice
- Management for Development Professionals
- Infrastructure Course
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- CV
- Language Resume
- Personal Statement
- GRE or GMAT
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 50,948 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 50,948 (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
Manhattan, United States
private university in New York City, New York, US
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
