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Study Details: MA 2-5 years online
Designed and run by activist scholars based at the Human Rights Consortium, within the Institute of Commonwealth Studies, this practice-based online Master's builds the vocational skills you need to succeed as a human rights practitioner. It can also be studied as a Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate.
Key Features
The degree is designed and run by activist scholars at the Human Rights Consortium (HRC), so you'll be taught by leaders in their field with a great deal of academic and practice-based expertise. Many of the modules feature videos or dialogue with guest human rights practitioners, who share their insights.
Cutting-edge course content examines human rights issues from a practical perspective as well as theoretical and legal ones, so you’ll learn the essential skills needed to work in the field. Employers praise our MA for delivering the training and knowledge that human rights professionals need for a successful career today.
The University of London is a truly global institution. While studying online, you’ll be able to connect with fellow current or aspiring human rights professionals around the world, benefiting from their diverse perspectives and experiences.
Enjoy flexibility in terms of what, when and how you study. Fully online teaching lets you learn in your own time, without relocating. The MA can be studied part-time in a minimum of two years or up to five years, so there's no need to put your career on hold.
The University of London has been a trusted provider of distance learning for over 160 years. When you study with us, you can be confident that your qualification will be valued by employers around the world.
If applying for the MA or PG Diploma then you will need
An undergraduate degree (e.g. bachelor's) which is considered at least comparable to a UK upper second class honours degree, from an institution acceptable to the University.
If you do not meet the entrance requirements you may still apply. Each application will be considered on an individual basis by the Programme Director, giving attention to alternative qualifications and/or relevant experience in the field of human rights, broadly understood.
If applying for the PG Certificate then you will need
* acceptable work experience is to be considered on an individual basis once a formal online application has been submitted
This MA degree is designed for those who wish to develop or enhance careers in a range of professional contexts in the human rights or humanitarian fields.
Graduates of the related on-campus MA have gone on to work for major international NGOs including Amnesty International, Oxfam, Friends of the Earth and Anti-Slavery International, as well as several UN agencies, businesses, academia and in government.
Students can also specialise in developing research skills in human rights for future PhD studies. The School of Advanced Study also offers a PhD programme in human rights by distance learning or on campus.
Core modules
Elective Modules
Dissertation (MA only)
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