Overview

The Human Rights and Social Justice course from Thompson Rivers University gives you flexibility in how you complete your degree with four unique pathways. After graduation, you’ll be ready to make an impact—whether that’s through landing your dream job, positioning your current organization to adapt to a changing world, or continuing on to further PhD studies.

You want to change the world. Turn your bachelor’s degree into a Master of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice, and lead projects for NGO’s, government agencies and social services; or prepare for your PhD programme.

Do you consider yourself an activist?
A humanitarian?
Do you want to build your social justice skills to expand your career, or are you already responsible for leading change in equity, diversity, and inclusion for your organization?

This programme is eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and aligns with IRCC’s updated list of eligible fields of study (CIP Code: 45.9999). Please consult the IRCC website for the latest information.

Career opportunities:

Graduates can use their Master of Arts to qualify for a PhD programme, other relevant graduate studies, or go to careers in:

Provincial, national, or international NGOs

Various levels of government

Private sector companies adhering to corporate social responsibility

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Genocide in the 20* Century

Settler Colonialism: Decolonization and Responsibility

Body Rights: Systems and Social Movements

Art, Media and Dissent: Bridging the Local and the Global from the Guerilla Girls to the #MeToo Movement

Truth to Power: Promoting Social Change on Stage and Screen

Social Justice and Networked Culture: Digital Communities, Mediated Identities and Online Journalism

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kamloops, Canada

Disciplines

Social Policy View 21 other Masters in Social Policy in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

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94

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of a four-year undergraduate baccalaureate degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline (for example, sociology, political science, history, anthropology) from an accredited institution.

A minimum GPA of a 3.3 (on a 4.3 scale) in the last 60 credits at the undergraduate level (exceptions are made on a case-by-case basis if the applicant can demonstrate academic or relevant experiential growth since graduation in the fields of human rights or social justice).

A letter of intent highlighting your experience and enthusiasm related to issues of human rights and/or social justice.

Your CV or resumé.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

24569 CAD / year

≈ 24569 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

15696 CAD / year

≈ 15696 CAD / year

Living costs

Kamloops

Canada

1240 - 1930 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Key information

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Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Kamloops

Funding

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