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Tuition USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Birmingham, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Policy at Samford University is a MSc 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 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Homewood, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Policy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Action Research: Theory and Techniques
  2. Field-Based Action Research
  3. Educational Leadership for Learning
  4. Comparative International Education
  5. Governance and Policy in Educational Systems
  6. Innovative Concepts in Education
  7. Design for Educational Improvement
  8. Issues in Educational Finance
  9. Comparative Legal Issues in Education
  10. Practicum in Educational Leadership

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Academic ability is evaluated on the basis of undergraduate and graduate academic records, a competitive score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and academic recognition. Applicants must have a bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution prior to enrolling in the program. International applicants also should review our English proficiency requirements.
  • Managerial potential is evaluated on the basis of the applicant\'s work experience and professional recognition. Work experience is preferred, but not required. Involvement in continuing education and extracurricular, community and church activities are considered as part of the admission process.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 40,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Samford 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 Samford University

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Samford University

Birmingham, United States

Samford 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