Program Overview
The International Child Studies at King's College London 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 International Child Studies 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
- Tuition: GBP 14,910 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Child Studies 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
- [\'International Child Studies Dissertation\', "International Children\'s Rights", \'Global Childhoods\', \'Psychology & Learning\', \'International & Comparative Education\', \'Child Health And Development\', \'International And Comparative Education\', \'International Child Protection\', \'Internship (Child Studies/International Child Studies)\', \'Psychology And Learning\', \'Research Methods\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A 2:1 undergraduate degree or an equivalent qualification in a subject relevant to work with children and/or substantial professional work experience in a relevant field.
Application procedure
- Please submit an application form, transcripts of your previous degree(s) or results to date if the degree is yet to be completed, and two references, including at least one academic reference.
Personal statement and supporting information
- Your personal statement should explain why you would like to take our MA International Child Studies, and how it would contribute to your career plan or development.
- It would be helpful to state where your particular area of interest lies, and how that specialism would be enhanced by a multi-disciplinary approach.
- If your first degree is in a subject not related to international development or issues affecting children, you should set out what professional or other skills and experience you would bring to the programme.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,910 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,910 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact King's College London 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 King's College London
King's College London
London, England
King's College London is a public research university in London, England. King's was established by royal charter in 1829 under the patronage of King George IV and the Duke of Wellington. In 1836,...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months