Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights
Politics & Policy
A course by
AUT
Develop your critical thinking, advocacy and communication skills for a career in the human rights field with this postgraduate diploma.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Develop skills in advocacy and communication
Graduates will be able to employ advanced advocacy and communication techniques suitable for the human rights context.
Critical and analytical thinking
Demonstrate advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the analysis of human rights issues.
Understand international and national human rights frameworks
Attain knowledge of how human rights are protected and challenged in various settings, including government institutions and NGOs.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights at AUT offers an interdisciplinary curriculum for those passionate about human rights. Designed to enhance skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, advocacy and communication, the programme prepares graduates for roles in human rights work with international organisations, governmental and policy agencies, national human rights institutions, and NGOs. It is especially suited for professionals working in law, regulatory agencies, or education. The programme involves 120 points from selected courses in the Master of Human Rights, and includes block courses delivered by international experts.
Course Content
- Interdisciplinary courses from the Master of Human Rights
- Critical thinking and problem-solving in human rights contexts
- Advocacy and communication strategies
- Block courses delivered by international experts
- Policy development and analysis
- Human rights in government, NGOs, and education sectors
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree
Interview may be required
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Human rights
Government and Policy
NGOs
Legal sector
Education
Future employment opportunities might be
Work in government human rights agencies