Human Rights Courses
Université catholique de Louvain
Stanford University
Harvard University
Université catholique de Louvain
Columbia University
Lund University
University of Geneva
Harvard University
University of London
Utrecht University
Université catholique de Louvain
University of Iceland
Universiteit Leiden
University of Pittsburgh
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
University of Geneva
University of Pennsylvania
Case Western Reserve University
University of London
University of Geneva
Johns Hopkins University
Indian Institute for Human Settlements
Sciences Po
University of Copenhagen
Take human rights online courses offered by the United Nations (UN), leading NGOs and top universities. Learn how the United Nations and other human rights organizations tackle the most pressing human rights issues of our time. The directory contains both, introductory level courses and advanced courses on specific human rights issues. All courses in our list are available for free to audit or try. You may choose to opt-in for a paid verified certificate issued by the course providers that include Harvard University, Stanford University, UNICEF, among others. Most of the human rights courses listed on this page are self-paced. You can enroll yourself anytime, anywhere it suits you and start with your learning experience instantly.
How can I register?
The registration is not difficult. First you choose the course you would like to take. Click on the title or picture of the course. You will be redirected to a more detailed description of the course. On the course description page you will find a blue button to register. Once you clicked the button you will be redirected to the official page of the course provider. Depending on the platform the button will say “Enroll now”, “Join now” or a similar statement. Fill in the requested details and you are ready to start the course.
Are the courses free?
Most courses and course contents are available for free. You can additionally choose to obtain a verified certificate issued by the course provider such as Harvard University, UNICEF or Oxfam. You can add the certificate to your CV or resume.
How much is a certificate?
The fee for the certificate varies between $25 for short courses and $900 for a micromasters. The most common price for a certificate is between $49 and $99 USD. Financial aid is available for those who qualify through the hosting platforms. Please note that the processing of the application for financial aid may take several weeks.
Why take a course?
Taking an online course is an excellent way to explore your interests, equip yourself with essential skills, and demonstrate your commitment to a future employer. If you opt-in for a verified certificate you can add it to your CV and application materials. This can be especially useful if you are transitioning between careers or if you want to showcase expertise in a specific topic. Nevertheless, a short online course cannot replace a master’s degree.
