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Australia, Western Australia
Type: College
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 2000
Total Students: 12,000 +
Main Campus Address
Building 420, Level 3, Curtin Bentley Campus, Koorliny Way, Bentley WA 6102, Australia
The Master Qualifying Program (MQP) is a one-semester non-award program designed for students who already have a tertiary qualification but who do not qualify for direct entry into a Master’s degree at Curtin University. The emphasis is on developing the skills necessary to succeed in postgraduate-level studies.
Leading to: Master of Human Rights and Global Engagement
Whether you want to enter the field of human rights and social justice, infuse your profession with principles of diversity and inclusion, or advance your expertise as a seasoned human rights worker, this course can support your aspirations.
Additionally, the strong cultural skillset and global perspective developed through this course would be an excellent foundation for a new career in international development or international relations.
Delivered through our Centre for Human Rights Education, this course draws on the centre’s strong partnerships and commitment to inclusivity, social justice and ethical behaviour. You’ll experience award-winning and innovative teaching from lecturers with extensive activist and advocacy experiences. Together with your peers, you’ll engage in important discussions around some of the most urgent global issues we face, and examine how we may respond.
As the only multidisciplinary course in human rights and global engagement in Australia, this two-year program will expose you to rich and varied perspectives on human rights in a global context. This includes insights into regional politics, culture and justice, intercultural competence, and sustainability. This will enable you to build a broad and critical understanding enabling you to develop your own views and solutions to current crises faced by the world.
You’ll strengthen your intercultural competence by exploring diverse cultural and religious perspectives, enhancing your understanding of how your own culture has influenced your views and beliefs, and deepening your understanding of other world views. This will prepare you to work in a range of settings with people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
This course provides opportunities to gain practical experience in real-world scenarios, such as developing advocacy campaign strategies and engaging in simulation exercises modelled on UN human rights agency hearings. You’ll also have the opportunity to complete an internship to gain real-world experience in human rights and global engagement.
Depending on your unique interests and experience, this course can lead to a range of careers in advocacy, policy-making, education, community development, youth work or international development.
What you'll learn
Postgraduate Pathway
3 Days
Full-Time
30 Months
20
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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feb 2026 | Open | |
jun 2025 | Closed | |
jul 2025 | Closed |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
High Achiever Scholarship
Covers 15% of any study period when achieved a 70% CWA.
This scholarship is only for international students. It will not extend to your first year at Curtin University.
Terms and Conditions:
To retain the scholarship:
Progression Scholarship :
CU will give 20% for the entire duratin of the course if achieved 70% CWA. (Undergraduate or Master by coursework).
Students who have completed their studies in Australia can apply for a Post Study Work Permit or a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to continue working in Australia post the completion of their study programs. As an international student, one can apply for the visa but not later than six months after completing your course. But to be eligible, you must meet the Australian Study Requirements, which include a minimum of 16 months of stay in Australia and a completing 92 weeks of a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
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