Program Overview
The International Humanitarian Action at University of Groningen is a MA programme in Humanities over 16 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 International Humanitarian Action programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Groningen, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Humanitarian Action 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
- [\'Intensive Programme in Humanitarian Action\', \'Social and Medical Sciences in Humanitarian Action\', \'Geopolitics in Humanitarian Action\', \'International Law for Humanitarian Action\', \'Management in Humanitarian Action\', \'Disaster Analysis & Intervention Design\', \'Internship Humanitarian Action\', "Master\'s Thesis in Humanitarian Action", \'Study abroad is required\', \'For an average of 20 weeks\', \'Maximum of 30 EC\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
knowledge minimum
Written bachelor\'s thesis.
previous education
Bachelor degree in law, health, psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics, management, theology or other humanitarian action related field.
professional experience
Relevant working experience is a major advantage.
other admission requirements
Students will be selected based on an assessment of their prior learning, motivation and, if applicable, earlier field experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Groningen 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 University of Groningen
University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
University of Groningen 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 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 16 months
- Credits 30