About the course

This is the only Human Rights and Diplomacy programme in the world taught in partnership with the leading training body of the United Nations: the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). This is an interdisciplinary course that combines Law, Philosophy and Politics of human rights. You’ll learn about the practice and theory of human rights laws and politics, the UN human rights institutions, their history and their philosophical foundations. You’ll be taught by top human rights researchers and will be given practical training from experienced UN personnel in negotiating draft documents, and learning how to make a difference.

　　The course includes a study visit to Geneva for all students, to observe the Human Rights Council in session. Additionally, for the final three months of the course, if your profile is strong enough then you’ll have the opportunity to apply for a highly desirable internship, or else to pursue projects with human rights organisations or to tackle a traditional dissertation. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£20,645

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Stirling
Spring (January), 2025	Stirling
Spring (January), 2026	Stirling

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Stirling

A minimum of a second class Honours degree or equivalent, in either a numerate subject such as maths, computing and engineering, or a business and finance subject. Some experience of computer programming is also required. If you don’t have these formal qualifications but have relevant work/life experience, you’re still encouraged to apply.

　　If English is not your first language you must have one of the following qualifications as evidence of your English language skills:

　　IELTS: 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill

　　Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): Grade C or above

　　Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): Grade C or above

　　Pearson Test of English (Academic): 54 with 51 in each component

　　IBT TOEFL: 80 with no subtest less than 17

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Stirling. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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