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MA/MS in Human Rights

University of Manitoba

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada•QS 2027 #560 =

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MA/MS in Human Rights is a master's degree in Law programme offered by University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada. The programme runs for 16 months. Tuition for international students is CAD 8,376 per semester (CAD 3,807 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Law
Duration: 16 months
Local tuition: CAD 3,807 / semester
International tuition: CAD 8,376 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: catalog.umanitoba.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Human Rights at the University of Manitoba is an interdisciplinary program offered through the Faculty of Law, following the general admission standards of the Faculty of Graduate Studies for master's programs. Students complete 18 course credits and choose between two culminating options: a practicum combined with a major research project, or a thesis. Students whose first language is English must also demonstrate a working knowledge of a second language by the time of graduation. Full-time students typically complete the program in sixteen to twenty-four months. The program draws on law, political science, and other disciplines to examine the theory and practice of human rights, preparing graduates for careers in government, non-governmental organizations, international institutions, and further graduate study focused on human rights and social justice.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Faculty of Law. Admission follows the general requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies for master's programs; no program-specific GPA or English-language requirement beyond the Faculty of Graduate Studies standards is stated. Students complete 18 course credits and either a practicum with a major research project, or a thesis. Students whose first language is English must demonstrate working knowledge of a second language by the time of graduation.

About University of Manitoba

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1877
Students: 31,922
QS rank: #560 =
Programs: 231
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Human Rights award?

University of Manitoba awards a Master's Degree in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Human Rights take?

The programme runs for 16 months.

How much does MA/MS in Human Rights cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 8,376 per semester (CAD 3,807 per semester for local students).

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