Program Overview
The Development at University of Oslo is a MPhil 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 programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Norway 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 6.5
- Location: Oslo, Norway
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Development 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
- [\'Research Methods and Project Design\', \'Key Issues in Development and Environment\', \'Consumption, Sustainability and Social Change\', \'The Political Economy of Global Health\', \'Food and Sustainability\', \'What Works? Promising Practices\', \'Emerging Economies and Challenges to Sustainability\', \'Global Governance for Sustainable Development\', \'Environmental Humanities\', "Master\'s Thesis in Culture, Environment and Sustainability\\xa0, (autumn and spring, 60 credits)"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to master\'s degree studies requires:
- Higher Education Entrance Qualification\xc2\xa0and a completed bachelor\'s degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor\'s degree. Applicants with foreign education, please refer to the\xc2\xa0country list.
- a specialization defined by the programme
- a minimum grade average of C (in the Norwegian grading scale) or equivalent from the specialization in your degree.
- a language requirement documented by one of the tests/exams below:
a) Passed examination in English foundation course (140 hours/5 periods per week) with a minimum grade of 4 in Norwegian upper secondary school (or an equivalent grade from a Nordic upper secondary school) or passed examination in English from second and/or third school year in Norwegian upper secondary school,\xc2\xa0or
b) An internationally recognised\xc2\xa0English language proficiency test.
- The minimum requirement for admission to\xc2\xa0DECC is at least a good second class honours degree (or equivalent) within social sciences, the humanities, or natural sciences. A degree in business studies does not qualify.
- Students with a natural science background should have at least half a year\'s studies (30 ECTS) within the humanities or social sciences to prepare them for the interdisciplinary challenges this programme offers.
- Letter of motivation: We ask all applicants to our programme to add a Letter of motivation/Statement of purpose where you elaborate on your interest in or background from development and environmental issues, either from work or studies.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About University of Oslo
University of Oslo
Oslo, Norway
University of Oslo 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 24 months