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Saint-Joseph University - Political Science Institute Arab Master in Democracy and Human Rights
Saint-Joseph University - Political Science Institute

Arab Master in Democracy and Human Rights

Beirut, Lebanon

1 up to 2 Years

English

Full time

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EUR 67 / per credit

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Introduction

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Arab Master's programme in Democracy and Human Rights / Arab Master's programme in Democracy and Human Rights

Interested in boosting your career in the field of Governance?

A unique interdisciplinary program that includes research-oriented courses grounded in theory while developing practical and critical skills. It offers an international environment with lecturers and students from over 15 countries, and it includes a semester in a partner university across the region: Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Tunisia, and Palestine (for Europeans and Americans).

The curriculum covers 80 to 120 credits, depending on the academic background of the student and the chosen track. Over 25 courses and 50 seminars are given by researchers, experts and practitioners from across the Arab region and Europe. These courses and seminars are divided into four thematic streams:

  • Human Rights: Civil, Political, Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
  • Democratic Governance and the Rule of Law
  • Political, Social and Intellectual Dynamics in the Arab World
  • Applied Human Rights: Research and Professional Skills

Our courses include specialized seminars, field visits, field research, a Human Rights Laboratory, the Development of a Human Rights project and an internship program in a Human Rights organization.

Programme

First Semester (Beirut)

The first semester is divided into four thematic sections and a field-trip.

Democracy and Rights

  • Legacy of Colonialism (2cr)
  • Arab Political Thought (2cr)
  • Democracy and Human Rights in MENA (4cr)

Governance, Rule of Law and Constitutional Process

  • Comparative Constitutional Systems (4cr)
  • Political Parties and Pressure Groups in MENA (4cr)

Political Transitions to Democracy

  • Democratisation and Liberalisation (4cr)
  • Transition Processes in MENA (4cr)

International Relations and the Global System of Human Rights Protection

  • International Human Rights law and Protection Mechanisms in MENA (3cr)
  • Vulnerable persons and groups Human Rights (3cr)

Second Semester (Rabat, Ramallah or Tunis)

Students have to conduct research and write a thesis during their second semester. They can also do an internship and follow relevant courses at the university.

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Admission Requirements

Academic requirements

Applicants must have a minimum of 240 ECTS (MA degree, or a BA degree with an additional 60 master-level European credits, or their equivalent). Degrees should be in political science, law, any other social science or specialisation in a relevant discipline.

Applicants completing the degree entry requirements subsequently to the application deadline are requested to provide a current transcript of records. Final admission into the Programme will be conditional upon the receipt of documentation of the completed degree.

Additional studies and experience

Additional studies and practical experience in the area of human rights in inter-governmental, governmental, or non-governmental organisations help consolidate your candidacy.

How to Enrol

In order to apply you need to fill the attached Application Form and Scholarship Form. You will also need to attach to your application:

  • A transcript of grades from your last diploma
  • A copy of your diploma
  • A CV
  • A copy of your passport
  • A digital photo
  • A letter of intent explaining your interest in the programme and your career ambitions
  • Two letters of recommendation (with at least an academic one)

Email your application and relevant documents to [email protected].

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