A Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen, from an internationally recognised university.
All applicants need to verify English-language proficiency. This is usually done through an internationally recognised test such as TOEFL or IELTS or through previous university studies. The minimum test scores are: IELTS: a minimum overall score of 6.5 and no section below 6.0; TOEFL internet-based: minimum score of 93 with a minimum of 24 in the written test and no other component under 20 (scale 0–30); Cambridge: CAE (C1), CPE (C2). Knowledge of other languages and practical experience in the area of humanitarian action are recommended.
The Master's Programme in International Humanitarian Action is a multidisciplinary and international programme given in association with different universities in Europe and the rest of the world. It provides high-quality academic education and professional competencies for a career in humanitarian action, emergency and disaster relief, and development at both national and international levels. You will study at a minimum of two universities and can do an internship at a relevant organisation. The Network on Humanitarian Action, NOHA, is the organisation responsible for this joint European Master's programme. The Master's Programme in International Humanitarian Action was launched in 1993 because of growing concern about the increase in disasters and conflicts in the world and the complex consequences for society. In order to address these questions, it was felt that a more professional approach was required, combining academic higher education and professional competencies. The programme is administered by the Department of Theology but is multidisciplinary. This education is one of the best-established Master's programmes in humanitarian action. NOHA links eight core universities in Europe with many partner universities around the globe. The Master's programme has on four occas