LLM in Human Rights / 1 year

Who we are

We bring together students and professors from around the world to explore complex constitutional, business, legal and human rights problems in their broader context, across continents and disciplines. We have more than 20 visiting professors from top universities as well as from the legal and the human rights professions. Accredited in the U.S., our advanced degree programs offer hands-on experience inside and outside the classroom, including clinical courses, study trips, moot courts and internship opportunities.

What we offer

Combining theoretical and practical perspectives, these programs prepare you to make an impact in national, regional and international human rights protection. An internship program with local NGOs, a course at the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg and the Vienna Human Rights Model United Nations Conference offer unique experience-based learning opportunities.

Where your degree will take you

Graduates of the department pursue careers as policymakers, diplomats, scholars, human rights professionals, judges, arbitrators, consultants and lawyers in business and public administration.

Study in Vienna

Apply now and be among the first to study at our new campus in Vienna! Did you know that the Austrian capital has been ranked as the world’s “most livable city” for ten years in a row? Find out more about CEU in Vienna at http://www.ceu.edu/vienna.

How to fund your studies

In pursuit of our mission, we strive to attract world-class graduate talent from all over the world. This is why we offer generous scholarships available to students from any country. In 2018-2019, 82% of CEU students received financial aid, ranging from tuition awards to scholarships with stipends and housing. Learn more about how to fund your studies at http://www.ceu.edu/financialaid.

Apply by

• January 30, 2020 for master's studies with financial aid
• April 15, 2020 for self-financing master's candidates who require a study visa
• August 14, 2020 for self-financing master's candidates who do not require a study visa

Visit the LLM in Human Rights / 1 year page on the Central European University website for more details!