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MA Global Human Rights and Social Justice in Practice at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course Summary

  • Gain practical skills to tackle global human rights challenges.
  • Explore key topics like climate justice, refugee rights and gender equality.
  • Engage in applied projects through real-world opportunities.
  • Learn from leading practitioners and interdisciplinary experts.
This masters equips you to advance human rights and social justice globally. Delivered by the Institute of Law and Justice and supported by the renowned Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice, we’ll combine rigorous academic learning with real-world application. When you graduate you’ll be well-prepared for roles in advocacy, policymaking, NGOs and global organisations. For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/law/ma-global-human-rights-and-social-justice-in-practice/full-time/

Entry requirements

A 2:2 or above in a degree in a relevant subject that includes learning related to human rights, for example from a legal, social science or international relations degree OR at least three years relevant professional experience. If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS 6.5 score with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in all other skill areas or equivalent. If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score. If you do not have such academic qualifications we may consider your application individually, based on your personal, professional and work experience, and other formal qualifications. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5An IELTS 6.5 score with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in all other skill areas or equivalent.

If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/law/ma-global-human-rights-and-social-justice-in-practice/part-time/

Fees and funding

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Sponsorship information

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MA Global Human Rights and Social Justice in Practice at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS