Fully funded Masters scholarships for African Students at University of Pretoria
ABOUT
The LLM/MPhil in Human Rights and Democratisation in Africa is a prestigious one-year intensive course where 25-30 exceptional individuals spend 6 months in Pretoria and 6 months at one of the 13 partner universities all over Africa. They are taught by eminent lecturers in the field of human rights and undergo many practical training exercises. It is the only course of its kind in Africa. Graduates become members of the HRDA Alumni Association whose 482 members are currently active in the full spectrum of human rights work: from grassroots, through civil service, to international organisations including the African Union and the United Nations.
ELIGIBILITY
• Law students (LLM option): A degree allowing access to the legal profession
• Non-law students (MPhil option):
An Honours degree in a discipline relevant to human rights and democratisation Applicants must have excellent academic credentials and demonstrate human rights experience or interest. Women, as well as members of minority groups such as indigenous people, LGBTI persons and persons with disabilities, are particularly encouraged to apply.
BENEFITS
Approximate cost: US$ 15 000
