Program Overview
The Human Services at Northeastern University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered Online. 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 Human Services 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: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 30,195 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 30,195 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Human Services 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
- Theory and Practice of Human Services
- Human Service Management and Development
- Social Inequality, Social Change, and Community Building
- Research and Evaluation in Human Services
- Policy Issues in Human Services
- Introduction to Employee Assistance Programs
- Human Services Capstone Project
- Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations
- Fundraising and Development for Nonprofit Organizations
- Grant and Report Writing
- Human Resources Management in Nonprofit Organizations
- Introduction to the Digital Era: The Power of Social Media
- Intercultural Communication
- Integrative Experiential Learning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Online application
- Statement of purpose (500-1000 words): identifying your educational goals and expectations from the program; please be aware that the University\'s academic policy on plagiarism applies to applicant\'s statement of purpose
- Professional resume
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official undergraduate degree documentation
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language: English language proficiency guidelines
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 30,195 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 30,195 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 30,195 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 30,195 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northeastern 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 Northeastern University
Northeastern University
Boston, United States
Northeastern 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- Language English
- Duration 12 months