The Master of Human Rights Law is the only coursework masters degree in human rights law in Australia. It is particularly relevant for graduates from non-law disciplines who wish to pursue a career in the human rights arena. This specialised degree provides in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge of the international human rights legal framework, the organisations that promote and protect it and the mechanisms and processes by which it is enforced. Students will also develop high-level skills in interpreting and analysing primary and secondary human rights materials including treaties, treaty body decisions, domestic jurisprudence and scholarly commentary.
This course may be completed by undertaking eight coursework units (at least five in the area of human rights law) or a combination of coursework and a minor research thesis.
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| Intakes | First semester, second semester | First semester, second semester |
| Course Content | 2010 University handbook entry for this course | 2010 University handbook entry for this course |
| Duration | 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time | 1 year |
| Credit points | 48 total for course | 48 total for course |
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Fees for 2010
Fees are subject to change annually. |
Commonwealth supported place (CSP) Commonwealth supported place not offered for this course. Domestic fee per 48 credit points |
International fee per 48 credit points 48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year $29,800 AUD |
| CRICOS code | Not applicable | 055071G |
| Monash course code | 3392 | 3392 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Law | Faculty of Law |
| Contact |
Coordinator Postgraduate Admissions and Publications Email: graduate@law.monash.edu.au Telephone: +61 3 9903 8500 |
Coordinator Postgraduate Admissions and Publications Email: graduate@law.monash.edu.au Telephone: +61 3 9903 8500 |
An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in any discipline with a minimum credit average and two years relevant work experience in this area of specialisation (ie. human rights or human rights law).
A minimum of two years relevant work experience in this area of specialisation (ie. human rights or human rights law) is required. A current curriculum vitae must be submitted to support this entry requirement.
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in any discipline with a minimum credit average and two years relevant work experience in this area of specialisation (ie. human rights or human rights law).
Overall IELTS of 7.0; with Reading 6.5, Listening 6.5, Writing 6.5 and Speaking 6.5
Paper-based TOEFL 600 (TWE of 4.5); or Internet-based TOEFL Overall 100 (with Writing 24+, and no other section lower than 20).
A minimum of two years relevant work experience in this area of specialisation (ie. human rights or human rights law) is required. A current curriculum vitae must be submitted to support this entry requirement.
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
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