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Birkbeck, University of London · Postgraduate
- Available to all international students
- For postgraduate study
- Open to your course
1 yearDuration
£20,850Per Year (Intl)
£26,500Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Offered by Birkbeck, University of London, the MA Medical and Health Humanities provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our MA Medical and Health Humanities offers you a dynamic, interdisciplinary approach to the study of health, illness and medicine through cultural, historical and philosophical perspectives. Whether you are a healthcare professional or someone with cross-disciplinary interests in medicine and health, this course gives you the chance to explore the fascinating intersections of medicine, culture and ethics. Why choose this course? - It is designed with two different pathways: one for medical and healthcare professionals, the other for students with an arts, humanities or social science... International tuition fees are £20,850 per year, home/UK fees are £12,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Why choose this course?
Medical and Healthcare Professional Pathway
Highlights
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry Requirements A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in an arts, humanities or social sciences subject. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. On your application form, please list all your relevant qualifications and experience, including those you expect to achieve. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£20,850
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£20,850
Home Student Fee
£12,000
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birkbeck, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £26,500 | £40,000 |
| 3 years | £14,500 | £23,500 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £27,500 | £34,500 |
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH20). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
10%Studying
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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