Humanitarian Policy and Practice MSc
University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
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University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
Humanitarian Policy and Practice MSc
Postgraduate · Social
About this programme
Are you interested in understanding the complexity of humanitarian crises, and learning how to shape more ethically and politically sensitive responses in humanitarian contexts? Working alongside interdisciplinary experts at UCL, you will reflect on current policies and practices, and the political economy of humanitarian action, while exploring how to identify and shape forms
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- £39,200 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
A UK degree at 2:1 classification or above in a social science or health/medical science subject or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Candidates who do not meet the academic standards but who have 5 or more years relevant professional experience (this can be a combination of voluntary and paid work) may be considered for admission.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (5)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- UCL Global Excellence ScholarshipsPartial funding · Deadline March-April each year
- Charles Wallace Burma Trust Academic GrantsPartial funding · Check official website
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds