Overview
The Master's in Human Rights Studies programme from Lund University combines historical, philosophical, political, and legal perspectives on the complex phenomenon that human rights represent in our world. We are committed to the view that human rights need to be regarded and studied not only as ethical principles or ground for law and policy, but also as part of the infrastructure of a democratic society.
Career prospects
The programme prepares you for a future in research or for human rights work in the public, non-profit, or private sector. This is a newly launched programme, which, as yet, has no graduates. The experience from our Bachelor’s programme in Human Rights Studies is that analytical and practical skills in the human rights field are highly and increasingly sought after. Former students work at NGOs, think-tanks, embassies and in the public sector, doing consultancy, communication and research and development.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Human Rights in the Global World: Agents, Indicators and Institutions
- Human Rights in the History of Politics and Philosophy
- Human Rights in Practice: Research Methods, Research Ethics and Project Management
- Thematic Specialisation
- Field Course
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Project Management History Political Science View 9 other Masters in Project Management in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree with a major in human rights or other relevant major in the humanities, social sciences, law, or the equivalent. English Level 6.
- Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in a subject other than Human Rights Studies must demonstrate that they have sufficient knowledge of the subject through specialisation or a degree project.
- Basis of previous study results from courses that are of relevance for this programme, the statement of purpose, and two letters of recommendation.
Tuition Fee
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International
999 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1999 EUR for the full programme during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR for the full programme during 24 months.
SEK 220 00
Living costs for Lund
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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