Master of Arts in Human Rights and Multi-level Governance (English-Taught)

Two-year international master's degree exploring international humanitarian law, transitional justice mechanisms, multi-level human rights accountability, and global civil society mobilization.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree in law, political science, or international studies with minimum 80% equivalent grade.
English language proficiency: IELTS 7.0 overall or Cambridge C1 Advanced.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: Undergraduate diploma, academic transcript, detailed CV, and 1,000-word statement of purpose.
Recommendation letters: Two academic recommendation letters.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Padua International Excellence Scholarship providing €8,000 fee waiver plus living allowance
Application fee: €30 application pre-evaluation fee
Tuition / joining costs: €2,600 per academic year for non-EU scholars (sliding scale for EU)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: May 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Università degli Studi di Padova - Centro di Ateneo per i Diritti Umani 'Antonio Papisca' documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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