Admission Procedures 

Applications for all three programs, the International Masters in Human Rights, the Thai Masters in Human Rights, and the PhD in Human Rights and Peace Studies, are carefully considered by the admissions committee, and decisions are made based on all aspects of the application requirements: academic standards, the strength of letters of reference, quality of the writing sample, and the statement of motivation.  Consideration of the research interests of the applicant will be taken into account in order to ensure that students will receive sufficient support and guidance by faculty.

Application files are reviewed twice yearly by the admissions committee.  The closing date for the first  round of applications is October 31, 2009 and the second round is January 31, 2010 for the academic year beginning in June, 2010. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply for the first round deadline of October 31 in order to allow time to arrange financial support for study.  Complete application files, with all required documents, must be received before these dates to be considered for admittance to the programs.

Application Requirements for the International Masters in Human Rights

In order to be eligible for the Masters in Human Rights, International Program, applicants must:
1. Hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field, with a minimum GPA of 2.50 (or the equivalent)
2. Have English language proficiency, with a TOEFL score of not less than 550 or an IELTS of at least 6.0, or pass the English Proficiency Test arrange by the Faculty of Graduate Studies at Mahidol University

Application Requirements for the International PhD in Human Rights & Peace Studies

Students are normally admitted to the international PhD program in Human Rights and Peace Studies after the completion of an MA, or its equivalent, with a demonstrated high level of accomplishment.  In exceptional cases, students may be admitted with only a BA, and significant reseach experience.  The program may arrange interviews with applicants as deemed approporiate.

A. Requirements for candidates with a Master’s degree:
1. Graduated with a Master’s degree in any major from a recognized university, with a GPA of at least 3.0 or equivalent  
2. Have English language proficiency, with a TOEFL score of no less than 550 or an IELTS of at least 6.0, or pass the English Proficiency Test arranged by the Faculty of Graduate Studies at Mahidol University

B. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree:
1. Graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in any major from a recognized university, with a GPA of no less than 3.25
2. Have at least five years of experience in a field related to human rights or peace
3. Have published in an accredited journal at least one article as the sole author, or at least two articles as a co-author.
4. Hold a affiliated position at a research centre or academic institution
5. Have English language proficiency, with a TOEFL score of no less than 550 or an IELTS of at least 6.0, or pass the English Proficiency Test arranged by the Faculty of Graduate Studies at Mahidol University