About the Course
The course is introductory and inter-disciplinary. It aims to provide participants with an understanding of international human rights norms, as well as the systems for protecting these at international, regional and national level. It mainly targets professionals who have a job relevant to human rights.
Many past lecturers have been leading researchers within their fields. Even so, the main strength in this course lies in the participants. The course will prioritize group work and facilitating for shared learning and exchange. All participants will be expected to read preparatory literature, which will be distributed in advance.
The program for 2025 is under development. The 2023 program can be found here.
Update: We are now closed for applications.
We received a record number of applications (4,758), compared to 88 applications last time the course was held. It will take some time to assess all the applications, and we do not know how long, but everyone who has applied will receive a response as soon as possible.
Selection criteria
- Job relevance: To what extent the knowledge gained from the course may be useful in your current job, to you and to others
- In the selection process, the organisers will opt for a diversity of professional backgrounds, including a good balance between civil servants, civil society representatives, and others with relevant background (such as legal practitioners, representatives of independent state institutions like courts and ombudsman, and people working for international organisations, and academics)
- Added value: This is a basic course. Applicants who already have undergone extensive studies in human rights are normally not prioritized
- Language: An adequate level of written and oral English skills is required to follow the course
- Geographical location: We aim to have participants from different countries and regions
- Gender balance
Financial information
Participants will be charged a NOK 6500 course fee. This includes lunch and coffee breaks, and two dinners.
Stipends are available to persons representing institutions with limited financial resources from low or middle-income countries.
The stipends will cover:
- Course fee, international travel and accommodation (paid directly by NCHR)
- Visa and travel insurance costs (must be paid by the participant and be reimbursed after the course is completed)
For questions, please contact aksel.tomte@nchr.uio.no