Human Rights Scholarship 2027 in UK

Overview

The Human Rights Scholarship is designed for graduates and professionals looking to build advanced expertise in international human rights, diplomacy, international law, and multilateral institutions. Provided by the University of Stirling in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), the programme runs full-time and in-person in Stirling, United Kingdom, starting in January 2027.

Benefits

Practical training led by experienced professionals and human rights practitioners.
An academic study visit to Geneva.
Potential opportunities to apply for on-the-job training within the UN system or with UN-affiliated organisations for candidates with a strong profile.
Partial scholarship opportunities available (tuition fees are £11,500 for UK and Republic of Ireland students, and £24,300 for international and EU students).

Eligibility

Applicants typically must possess a minimum of a second-class honours degree or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates lacking formal academic prerequisites but holding substantial relevant professional or life experience are encouraged to apply.
Open to individuals from various disciplinary backgrounds, such as politics, philosophy, sociology, and law.
International applicants must fulfill the University’s specific country admission standards.
Non-native English speakers are required to supply evidence of English language proficiency through accepted qualifications such as IELTS, Cambridge, Pearson PTE, TOEFL, Trinity ISE, or Aptis.

How to Apply

Candidates must submit their applications through the official application system provided by the University of Stirling. Applicants should ensure they review all institutional admission, funding, and international student requirements, and prepare their academic credentials and language documentation beforehand.

Deadline

The international application deadline is November 2026.

Overview

Benefits

Practical training led by experienced professionals and human rights practitioners.

An academic study visit to Geneva.

Potential opportunities to apply for on-the-job training within the UN system or with UN-affiliated organisations for candidates with a strong profile.

Partial scholarship opportunities available (tuition fees are £11,500 for UK and Republic of Ireland students, and £24,300 for international and EU students).

Eligibility

Applicants typically must possess a minimum of a second-class honours degree or an equivalent qualification.

Candidates lacking formal academic prerequisites but holding substantial relevant professional or life experience are encouraged to apply.

Open to individuals from various disciplinary backgrounds, such as politics, philosophy, sociology, and law.

International applicants must fulfill the University’s specific country admission standards.

Non-native English speakers are required to supply evidence of English language proficiency through accepted qualifications such as IELTS, Cambridge, Pearson PTE, TOEFL, Trinity ISE, or Aptis.

How to Apply