Human Rights
Why study Human Rights?
Human rights are an increasingly prominent aspect of contemporary issues here and around the world. Current examples include systemic racism, equitable access to healthcare, the voting age, #MeToo, modern slavery, asylum seeking, climate justice, reproductive rights and inclusive education. These concerns are anchored in the present and their resolution focuses on the future.
This major crosses the boundaries of traditional university subjects to prepare you for employment in government agencies and private companies in sectors like health, law, housing, immigration, education and social welfare. Work for NGOs like the Red Cross, Doctors without Borders and Amnesty International.
A major in Human Rights pairs well with many other majors the University offers, especially in the fields of Law, Management and Social Sciences, to provide you with further employment pathways.
Career Opportunities
- Corporate social responsibilty officer
- Immigration consultant
- Human rights lawyer
- Human resources officer
- Policy Analyst
- Disability & inclusion advocate
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Study Human Rights in these qualifications
Scholarships and prizes
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