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The Master's programme in Governance and Human Rights connects the theory of science with its practical application. In seven modules, the students will learn to analyse and understand legal and political theories of governance and international and regional human rights regimes. They will also learn how these topics are interrelated. The students and scholars in the Governance and Human Rights Master's programme will design, plan, organise, and realise their own project addressing a practical challenge related to the field of governance and human rights. Project-based learning is of central importance for the programme. The students will learn to conceptualise and contribute to social change and acquire the design and communication skills to adapt theoretical approaches to governance and human rights to their professional working environment, e.g., as part of corporate social responsibility (CSR) or sustainable development policies. They will be taught and supervised by outstanding and renowned international human rights academics, practitioners, and experienced project coaches. At a glance: First and only professional Master's programme connecting governance and human rights Classes and seminars taught entirely in English Distance-learning / online learning classes with three classroom sessions in LÃ¼neburg (one to one and a half weeks each) Application of the subjects in individual project Course details: There are four theoretical modules and three hands-on modules consisting of two to three courses each. You will be able to apply your knowledge in an individual project and organise a conference together with your class. You will finish your studies with a Master's thesis. Four theoretical modules: F1 Introduction to Governance and Human Rights Good Governance Principles Human Rights Concepts and Norms F2 Human Rights and Governance: Norms and Principles Human Rights for Specific Groups: Women, Children, Persons with Disabilities and Migrants International Criminal Justice F3 Contemporary Challenges of Governance and Human Rights Application Business and Human Rights Human Rights Regimes Protecting Specific Groups F4 Human Rights Institutions, Mechanisms, and Transitional Justice Human Rights Institutions and Mechanisms Human Rights Reporting and Monitoring Three hands-on modules: F5 Research, Communication and Decision-Making Skills Problem Solving and Design Thinking Communication and Negotiation Skills F6 Programme Design Human Rights and Governance Proposals and Fundraising Project Development and Project Management Tools F7 Social Change: Campaigning, Social Media, and Communication Campaigning & Awareness Raising Social Media and Networks Conference Event Additionally, each student will develop his or her own individual project with a focus on a question relating to governance and human rights.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Academic admission requirements: a first university degree (e.g., Bachelor's) one year professional experience in the field of governance and human rights advancedÂ English language skills The following documents are required for application: Duly filled out online application form Curriculum vitae Certified copy of first university diploma(s) Transcript of records Employment confirmation/certification Note: A translation of the above mentioned documents are needed if the originals are not in German or English. Where to apply: For more information concerning the application process, you can contact the study course coordinator Jhon Magkilat ([email protected], phone: +49 41316777925) or visit the website http://www.leuphana.de/gahr-application.

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How to Apply

Online application: www.leuphana.de/gahr-application

Master in Governance and Human Rights (MA)