Program Overview
The Human Rights at Mahidol University is a MA 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 Thailand 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 6
- Tuition: USD 2,700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 54 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Bangkok, Thailand
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
- International\nHuman Rights Standards
- Human\nRights Protection Mechanisms
- Human\nRights In Asia
- Research\nMethods In Human Rights
- Human\nRights Theory
- Human\nRights In International Relations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.5 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- hold a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in any field, with a minimum GPA of 2.50 (or the equivalent)
- submit a personal statement: write your personal statement of interest 400-600 words\ndescribing in details:
- your special academic interests,\xc2\xa0
- your purpose and objectives in undertaking this study programme, and\xc2\xa0
- ideas for your master\xc2\x92s thesis in human rights studies\xc2\xa0
- your related experiences in the field of human rights, including full-time and part-\ntime professional experiences and volunteer works (if any).\xc2\xa0
- have experience working in human rights or related field is preferred\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 2,700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 54 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 2,700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 54 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Mahidol University 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 Mahidol University
Mahidol University
บ้านหนองแจง, Thailand
Mahidol University 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- Language English
- Duration 12 months