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The Global Campus of Human Rights
European Master’s Programme in Human Rights and Democratisation (EMA)
- Venice, Italy
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The European Master’s Programme in Human Rights and Democratisation (EMA) is an intensive one-year course aimed at educating 90 professionals in the field of human rights and democratisation.


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UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia
Master in European Union Studies and Human Rights
- Murcia, Spain
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Master's in European Union Studies and Human Rights represents an innovation in the educational field. Its support of a face-to-face formation, the active involvement of students of various nationalities, combined visits to European institutions, and the mixed approach of the provided training make UCAM’s Master's in EU Studies and Human Rights a rigorous, innovative, and top quality program.


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University College Dublin
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MSc in Human Rights
- Dublin, Ireland
MSc
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
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The MSc in Human Rights is a one-year intensive course that prepares you for a career in human rights research, policy, or advocacy in international organisations, governmental and non-governmental bodies, or academia. There is also a two-year part-time option.


Alice Salomon University of Applied Sciences Berlin
Master of Arts - Social Work as a Human Rights Profession
- Berlin, Germany
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
The Alice Salomon Hochschule - University of Applied Sciences - in Berlin, Germany, offers the postgraduate program Master of Arts in Social Work as a Human Rights Profession (MA-SWHR).


University of Denver, Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs
Master of Arts in International Human Rights
- Denver, USA
MA
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Advocate for justice and equality on a global scale. Address today’s most urgent human rights challenges head-on. This program focuses on gender and identity rights, the status of migrants, indigenous people’s rights, human trafficking, and other contemporary social justice issues.
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Central European University (CEU)
Master of Arts in Human Rights
- Vienna, Austria
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The MA in Human Rights Program combines social science, and policy-based approaches with legal science and aims to provide theoretical and practical training in human rights for students who do not have a legal background. The problem-focused curriculum and the strong interdisciplinary and comparative approach offer students ample opportunities to understand the theoretical and legal foundations of human rights and engage with challenges to human rights protection in an age of scepticism and populism.


Malmö University
Bachelor in Human Rights
- Malmö, Sweden
Bachelor's degree
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The Human Rights programme provides you with an understanding of what human rights are and how they are interpreted and utilised legally, politically, and philosophically, as well as how the development of human rights is a result of ongoing global transformations. Human rights are grounded in the belief that all people are born free and are of equal moral worth, and should therefore have equal access to rights.


Swansea University
LLM Human Rights
- Swansea, United Kingdom
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
The LLM in Human Rights will give you the knowledge and skills to deal with some of the biggest challenges facing society today, opening up exciting career opportunities in the field of human rights.


University College London (UCL)
Human Rights MA
- London, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The program offers a comprehensive exploration of human rights issues, combining theory, policy, law, and practice. It's designed for students interested in understanding global and local human rights challenges. Through a mix of lectures, seminars, …


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Certificate in Social Sciences and Human Rights in LATAM - Study Abroad Program
- San José, Costa Rica
Certificate
Full time
12 weeks
On-Campus
English
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The role of Latin American governments and social movements have had an essential contribution to the idea and practice of international human rights. Creating awareness about social issues in the region is one of the best ways to guarantee a positive future development of activism, and governance.


University of London
MA In Human Rights
- London, United Kingdom
- Online
MA
Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
This MA is based on an established program developed in collaboration with leading human rights activists to provide training for future human rights professionals.


George Mason University
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Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Studies - Social Justice and Human Rights Concentration
- Fairfax, USA
BA
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
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Students in the Social Justice and Human Rights programs examine a wide variety of oppressions such as racism, sexism, heterosexism, anti-immigrant oppression, ableism, economic injustice, animal exploitation, and environmental injustice, as well as related denials of human rights, such as human trafficking, settler colonialism, mass incarceration, use of sweatshop and child labor, unequal access to education, and voter disenfranchisement.


Thompson Rivers University
Master of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice
- Kamloops, Canada
MA
On-Campus
English
With TRU's interdisciplinary Master of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice, you can become a leader in the advancement of a just society — locally and globally. This new continuous 16-month program offers a number of completion pathways.


Central European University (CEU)
Master of Laws in Human Rights
- Vienna, Austria
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The main goal of the LL.M. in Human Rights program is to provide theoretical and practical training for future scholars and professionals in human rights, with special emphasis on the legal aspects of human rights protection. Our highly qualified and diverse full-time and part-time (visiting) faculty prepare students to engage in comparative and interdisciplinary analysis of complex human rights problems.


University for Peace
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M.A. International Law and Human Rights
- Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica
MA
Full time
11 months
On-Campus, Blended
English, Spanish
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The Master of Arts Degree in International Law and Human Rights Degree offers students an in-depth review of the procedures and practice of international human rights bodies, at the global and UN level as well as at the regional level. Students will gain an understanding of the various judicial and non-judicial bodies that are at the frontline of questions of interpretation, the development of international human rights standards, and enforcement. In addition, students receive training in hands-on skills in the realm of reporting, monitoring, and evaluation of human rights. Finally, as the globalization of business and investment is increasing in force and speed, with important human rights implications, this specialization explores the interaction between economics and rights, asking critical questions about this process and potential solutions.


Middlesex University Dubai
LLM International Law and Human Rights
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
LLM
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The programme aims to equip students with advanced and comprehensive knowledge in International Law and Human Rights Law, including the foundational principles of public international law, international and regional human rights regimes, and mechanisms.


University of Padova
Master in Human Rights and Multi-Level Governance
- Padua, Italy
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Master’s degree aims at developing a universal culture of human rights. With a strong policy and action-oriented approach, where research and lecturing activities reflect the transnational and transcultural dimensions of human rights studies, it provides professional knowledge and skills to promote and guarantee the respect of human rights. Human rights law, multi-level governance of human sustainable development and security are conceptual paradigms of reference throughout the Program.
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Human Rights degree programs delve into the principles that safeguard human dignity and justice globally. This field empowers you to explore legal, social, and ethical frameworks, preparing you for impactful careers in various sectors.
Through courses in international law, social justice, and conflict resolution, you'll gain practical skills in advocacy, policy analysis, and negotiation. Students build confidence as they engage with complex issues and diverse perspectives, enhancing their critical thinking abilities. Research methods and case studies further equip you to analyze human rights violations and develop informed solutions.
Graduates from Human Rights programs often pursue roles in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and international bodies. Whether working as policy advisors, human rights advocates, or legal consultants, the skills you develop here are applicable across many professional contexts. Engaging with this field not only prepares you for a fulfilling career, but also positions you to contribute to meaningful change in society.