Master of Public Policy in Human Rights

The University of Sydney

The human rights specialisation will provide students with an understanding of how human rights apply in various political, social, economic and environmental contexts. The specialisation will allow students to develop critical skills in the effective use of human rights tools and language to achieve specific changes in the world while gaining skills to apply to real situations and create workable solutions. This specialisation addresses rights violations at the local, national, regional and global levels, combining social, scientific and legal approaches to provde a holistic perspective on human rights and social change. Gain critical perspectives on the global, national and local levels of a rapidly changing policy environment with growing public scrutiny and complex challenges through the Master of Public Policy.This degree is designed for people who work in (or are looking to work in) government and the public sector, and for those working in non-government or private sector bodies who seek a better understanding of the role of government in public policymaking.The Master of Public Policy is a postgraduate coursework degree that will further develop your understanding of policy design and implementation, while providing insights into the opportunities and constraints stemming from political, social, economic, civil and technological factors.You will complete core units covering migration, corruption, crises management, governance and environment, and you will complete a capstone unit comprising either a research project or dissertation. You will also complete elective units as needed to meet the requirements of your course.

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