Human Rights Course 2026–27 by HURT Foundation – Eligibility, Fees, Duration & Application
The HURT Foundation, with Government Law College [GLC], Mumbai, is offering a Post Graduate Certificate Course in Human Rights 2026–27 for graduates interested in understanding human rights, social justice, dignity, equality and mechanisms for protecting fundamental rights. The course is designed to provide learners with foundational and practical knowledge of human rights and contemporary human rights concerns.
About HURT Foundation
HURT Foundation is an organisation working in the field of human rights and related social concerns. Through educational and awareness initiatives, the foundation seeks to promote greater understanding of human rights, their importance in society and the mechanisms available for their protection.
The Human Rights Course provides an opportunity for participants from different academic backgrounds to study important concepts and contemporary issues related to human rights.
Post Graduate Certificate Course in Human Rights 2026–27
The course introduces participants to the concept, history and development of human rights. It also focuses on the institutions and mechanisms involved in safeguarding human rights.
Key Course Details
- Course Name: Post Graduate Certificate Course in Human Rights
- Academic Session: 2026–27
- Batch 1: Commences in September 2026
- Batch 2: Commences in December 2026
- Duration: 3 months
- Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline
- Mode: Online and Offline
- Course Fee: Rs. 6,250 per participant
- Certificate: Post Graduate Certificate in Human Rights, subject to fulfillment of course requirements
Curriculum Overview: Human Rights Course 2026–27 – HURT Foundation
The programme introduces learners to human rights as basic rights and freedoms belonging to every individual. Major areas covered include:
- History and evolution of human rights
- Fundamental principles of human rights
- Human dignity and equality
- Human rights protection mechanisms
- Core human rights issues
- Contemporary human rights concerns
- Critical examination of current human rights issues
Assignments and Evaluation
Participants are required to complete academic assignments as part of the evaluation process:
- Assignment 1: An essay of approximately 1,500 words on a selected core human rights issue.
- Assignment 2: A critical evaluation of a selected current human rights issue in approximately 2,000 words.
- Participants must achieve the prescribed minimum passing requirements in the applicable evaluation components.
Certificate Requirements
To receive the course certificate, participants must satisfy the prescribed requirements, including:
- Minimum 75% attendance for online or offline participants.
- Timely submission of assignments.
- Minimum 45% marks as prescribed for the evaluation components.
- Participation in field visits where applicable to the offline mode.
- Compliance with academic and plagiarism requirements.
Plagiarism or failure to submit assignments may result in non-fulfillment of the certificate requirements.
Course Fee and Application Process
The total course fee is Rs. 6,250 per participant, including the prospectus and application form. Applicants are required to make the payment through the payment options provided in the official application form and upload proof of successful payment where required.
Interested candidates should apply through the official HURT Foundation website and carefully review the application instructions, eligibility conditions, payment procedure and course requirements before submitting the application.
Who Should Apply?
The course may be useful for:
- Law students and graduates
- Students from social science disciplines
- Legal professionals and researchers
- NGO and social-sector professionals
- Human rights advocates
- Graduates interested in social justice and human rights
- Individuals seeking structured academic knowledge of human rights
How to Enroll
- Notification: 1787649173_prospectus .pdf
- Enroll Now: Admission Form – Post Graduate Certificate Course in Human Rights Conducted by GOVERNMENT LAW COLLEGE, Mumbai, In Collaboration with HURT FOUNDATION, Mumbai
