Call for Applications for 2015/2016 MA Human Rights and PhD Human Rights and Peace Studies at Mahidol University, Thailand

The Institute of Human Rights and Peace Studies (IHRP) at Mahidol University in Thailand is pleased to announce the Call for Applications for the 2015/2016 Academic Year for their Master of Arts Human Rights (International Program) and PhD Human Rights and Peace Studies (International Program).

Exciting scholarship opportunities are also available! For further information visit the IHRP website at:http://www.ihrp.mahidol.ac.th/index.php/en/academic-admissions/scholarships

IHRP programs are uniquely interdisciplinary and are redefining the fields of human rights and peace studies in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. Both the MA and PhD programs have attracted students from over 40 countries with a diversity of backgrounds and experiences. IHRP offers a wealth of unique learning opportunities including fieldtrips for students to engage with local NGOs, meet with government officials, and gain a new understanding of human rights and peace in the field.

IHRP produces graduates who are:

• knowledgeable about human rights and peace from an interdisciplinary perspective;
• equipped with research skills and an ability to relate their expertise within different political, economic, social and cultural contexts;
• and possess the practical skills necessary to engage with and address human rights and peace challenges in society.

Further Information:

To learn more about the programs, application requirements, and scholarship eligibility visit our website at:http://www.ihrp.mahidol.ac.th/

Application Deadline:

All application materials for the PhD and MA programs as well as scholarship applications must be postmarked no later than Thursday 30 April 2015.