Overview
Scholarship type
Number of scholarships to award
Grant
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
Description
Mass migration due to political instability and climate crises, the growing wave of right-wing populism and authoritarianism affecting political systems and international cooperation worldwide, and the disruptive effects of digitalisation and new technologies on all aspects of life are central challenges facing international public policy today. In today’s rapidly changing global environment, safeguarding fundamental human rights faces many challenges. The Human Rights Scholarship is aimed at students interested in protecting human rights in the context of global governance and politics.
Benefits
At least 2 full scholarships worth 38,500 euros.
Eligibility
- Available for the Master of International Affairs.
- Open to applicants from all nationalities.
- This scholarship is aimed at students interested in topics related to human rights in the context of global governance and politics.
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Locations
Nationality
Study experience required
Age
Application
Application deadline
First, submit a standard application to MIA programme.
Additionally, write a one-page personal statement elaborating on your interest in human rights issues and how your studies at the Hertie School could serve this purpose.
Send the personal statement via email after a standard application has been submitted.
Your application for admission to a master’s programme must be submitted by either the Early Bird deadline (1 December) or Priority Deadlines (non-EU/EEA 15 January; EU/EEA 15 February). They recommend you apply as early as possible.