The Liberal Studies program in Human Rights Studies focuses on the concepts and operation of human rights work from the viewpoint of several disciplines. Students are introduced to general legal and philosophical principles and have the opportunity to develop particular knowledge in a specific area of human rights. Departments in which students take courses include Religion, Political Science, Anthropology, and Women’s Studies. Students also take courses at the School of International and Public Affairs and the Mailman School of Public Health.
The information listed here is specific to the Human Rights Studies program. Information pertaining to all Liberal Studies students is available on the Current Students webpage. Students should familiarize themselves with the information found here as well as that on the Current Students webpage.
Students interested in applying for the Human Rights Studies program can find more information about the Liberal Studies M.A. on the Prospective Students webpage.
