Program Overview
The Human Rights at The University of Hong Kong is a LLM programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Human Rights programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Hong Kong and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 42,100 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Human Rights programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): A score of 593 or above (paper-based test) or 97 or above (internet-based test)
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): An overall band score of 7 or above with no subtest below 6.5
- The test score report is valid for two years for admissions purpose.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must comply with the General Regulations:
- hold a degree of Bachelor of Laws with at least second class honours or an equivalent qualification accepted by the University for this purpose; or
- hold a degree in a discipline other than law with at least second class honours accepted by the University for this purpose and have at least two years relevant experience and professional qualifications; or
- have obtained either the Common Professional Examination of England and Wales or the Common Professional Examination Certificate of this University.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 42,100 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 42,100 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Hong Kong directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Hong Kong
University of Hong Kong
香港島 Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
University of Hong Kong is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 12 months