Master in Humanities/Humanistic Studies (Master's)

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This programme is designed for students interested in history, literature, philosophy, and religion who seek advanced study in Western intellectual traditions. It emphasizes the Great Books and Christian faith-based perspectives in its curriculum. Students engage in online discussions and scholarly writing through digital platforms. The programme supports further academic work or teaching in humanities fields.

Focus areas include History, Literature, Philosophy, Religion, Great Books, Christian Thought.

The programme requires 30 credit hours distributed across foundation courses, core courses, independent tutorials, a concentration seminar, and a thesis course. All coursework is delivered online with structured digital interaction.

Graduates pursue doctoral studies, teaching positions in humanities, or roles in missionary work.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum 3.25 GPA. They must submit a completed application, three letters of recommendation, a 400-500 word statement of personal goals, and GRE or MAT scores meeting specified thresholds. Admission also requires approval from the programme director.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. Online, full-time or part-time, with no specified duration. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 66% of applicants.

Faulkner University’s main campus is in Montgomery, Alabama, the state capital. Students can live in residence halls and use campus services supported by the Campus Safety and Police Department, which provides around-the-clock coverage at the Montgomery campus. Officers work with Montgomery police, Montgomery Fire/Rescue, and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Faulkner also operates campuses in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile, alongside online study options.

Academic life is organized through six colleges and includes undergraduate and graduate programs in areas such as Biblical Studies, Business, Criminal Justice, Nursing, Speech-Language Pathology, Physician Assistant studies, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy. The Thomas Goode Jones School of Law offers practical experience through local and state government agencies. Faulkner’s educational approach connects vocational ministry, intellectual development, character, and service within a Christian environment. The university lists a 14:1 class size, more than 35 online programs, and more than 3,500 enrolled students.

International applicants can apply to undergraduate and graduate programs. Admission materials include an application, proof of English ability through TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE, translated academic records with a foreign credential evaluation, financial certification and bank statements, and a passport copy. Accepted students may receive an I-20, while traditional international students must submit a $5,000 deposit before arriving. Undergraduate applicants are considered for academic merit scholarships without a separate application.