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.
NZ$11,220
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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.
About This Course
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
Entry Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Interview may be required
Build towards these roles
Work in government human rights agenciesRoles in public policy developmentPositions in international and national NGOsPositions in national human rights institutions
Build skills in these industries
Human rightsGovernment and PolicyNGOs
