Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Policy and Administration

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

The Human Rights MA, PGDip, PGCert programme from University of London 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.

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.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Policy and Administration

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

The Human Rights MA, PGDip, PGCert programme from University of London 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.

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.

Admission Requirements

Application Deadline

05 Aug 2026

Starting Month(s)

Oct

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