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Transform your commitment to human rights into a professional path with AUT's Master of Human Rights program. As New Zealand's only program of its kind, it draws students from various fields including business, law, social sciences, media, and emergency response.
This cross-disciplinary degree creates pathways to roles in global human rights bodies, governmental departments, policy organizations, rights institutions, and NGOs both locally and internationally. It's equally valuable for professionals already engaged in legal practice, regulatory work, human rights advocacy, or educational sectors.
Explore social sciences and public policy to build expertise for impactful careers that contribute to positive global change. Our engaging learning environment fosters connections among students, offering opportunities to partner with community groups or industry leaders on projects and practical work placements.
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of a B grade average or higher in papers at level 7 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent; TOEFL iBT score of 90; Certificate in English for Academic Study (CertEAS) with A grade; AUT Academic English with B+ grade; CAE minimum overall score of 176; PTE minimum overall score of 58.