University of Pretoria 2021 Scholarships for Masters in Human Rights and Democratization in Africa

Published: 22 Dec 2019

Applications are being invited to study LLM/MPhil in Human Rights and Democratisation in the prestigious University of Pretoria in South Africa. 

The LLM/MPhil in Human Rights and Democratisation in Africa is a unique programme to which 25 to 30 individuals from African countries with the following degrees and preferably experience in the field of human rights are admitted:

1. Law students: A degree allowing access to the legal profession (eg LLB or licence en droit)
2. Other students (non-law students): At least an Honours degree in a discipline relevant to human rights and democratisation

During an intensive one-year course, they are taught by eminent lecturers in the field of human rights and gain invaluable practical exposure. It is the only course of its kind in Africa.

University of Pretoria Centre for Human Rights Masters Scholarship

Application Deadline	April 15, 2020
Funding Type	Fully Funded
Country to study	South Africa
School to study	University of Pretoria (UP)
Type	Masters
Course to study	View courses
Sponsor	Centre for Human Rights
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of University of Pretoria Centre for Human Rights Masters Scholarship

scholarships of up to US$15000,  funded by the European Union are available.

The general objective of this programme is:

1. To train human rights experts who can be employed in government ministries, other national, international and regional bodies concerned with human rights and democracy. 
2. Expand collaboration among African universities. Collaboration should result in a network of lawyers and academics specialised in human rights and democracy. The programme envisages promoting research and teaching that addresses the particular needs of Africa.
3. Develop a relationship between the African Masters and the other regional masters, such as the European Masters Degree in Human Rights and Democratisation (EMA), the Master’s Degree in Human Rights and Democratisation in South Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean Master’s Programme in Human Rights and Democratisation.

University of Pretoria Centre for Human Rights Masters Scholarship Courses

• Human Rights and Democratization

Requirements for University of Pretoria Centre for Human Rights Masters Scholarship

The eligibility criteria for the LLM/MPhil (HRDA) is as follows:

1. Law students (LLM option): A degree allowing access to the legal profession
2. Non-law students (MPhil option): An Honours degree in a discipline relevant to human  rights and democratisation

Applicants must have excellent academic credentials and demonstrate human rights experience or interest. Women, as well as members of minority groups such as indigenous people, LGBTI persons and persons with disabilities, are particularly encouraged to apply

Application Deadline

April 15, 2020

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Centre for Human Rights on centreforhumanrights.submittable.com to apply