MA Human Rights - Law/Political Science Pathway (Standard Route) at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Study the relationship between law, politics and modern human rights. Study human rights from legal, political and policy perspectives and develop an interdisciplinary understanding of global challenges. Build critical and transferable skills for careers in NGOs, law, public policy, journalism, international organisations or further academic research.

What you will study

A master’s degree is formed of 180 credits. On the MA Human Rights - Law/Political Science Pathway (Standard Route), there are three mandatory course units, including a dissertation worth 60 credits. Compulsory units include Research Design and Skills, Human Rights in World Politics, Dissertation.

Career pathways

The University of Manchester is one of the most targeted universities by the UK’s top graduate employers (High Fliers, The Graduate Market Report 2024). Our MA Human Rights course equips you with the specialist knowledge and critical skills needed for a range of roles where a deep understanding of law, politics and ethics is essential.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we consider your degree subject, grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. English language: IELTS Academic test score of 7 overall, including 7 in writing with no further component score below 6.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,600 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 29,800 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/how-to-apply/

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