Program Overview
The International Development Policy at Georgetown University is a Master 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 Development Policy 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Development Policy 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
- Intermediate Microeconomics for Development
- Public Finance in Developing Countries
- Social and Economic Development Policy
- Sustainable Development
- Statistical Methods for Development Policy
- Regression Methods for Development Policy
- Impact Evaluation for Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A Completed Application to the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Official Domestic Transcripts
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 49,332 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Georgetown 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 Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Washington, United States
private university in Washington, D.C., United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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