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Bachelor of Arts in Human Rights St. Thomas University St. Thomas University, Canada

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CAD 20322

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 55 Waived

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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89

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Human rights are codified laws that government is obligated to provide and protect. The study of Human Rights is about training individuals in law concerning the broader field of rights in Canada and around the world.  For human rights to be codified into law, there’s often a period where the fight for those rights takes place—this is accomplished through education and activism. 

Human Rights at STU
The Human Rights program at St. Thomas is the only one of its kind in Atlantic Canada, and the only stand-alone Human Rights program in the country where you can also complete an honours thesis. STU boasts the only for-credit undergraduate Moot Court program in Canada, which allows students to compete against law schools. 

What sets STU’s Human Rights Program Apart?

  • STU Human Rights has its own internship program that provides students with academic credit while they gain professional experience.  
  • Lectures and seminars are always taught by professors—not teaching assistants—which means students learn from experts in the field.  
  • The for-credit Moot Court program is unique in Canada. Students taking Moot Court courses earn academic credit and gain courtroom experience, as well as practical skills in legal research, brief writing, and oral advocacy.
  • Students benefit from faculty expertise in Canadian human rights, international human rights, child rights, international criminal law, 2SLGTBQIA+ rights, and environmental rights.
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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2026

Closed

Jan 2026

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 89
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 61

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.
     

6.5 IELTS Score
89 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
61 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

20322

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 55 Waived

Application Fee
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22895 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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Scholarships

Scholarships

At St. Thomas University, we are committed to recognizing academic excellence, leadership, and community engagement while also supporting students with demonstrated financial need. Our entrance awards program includes:

  • Entrance Scholarships—based on academic achievement and overall student involvement
  • Application-based Entrance Awards—recognizing students who balance academics with extracurricular, volunteer, or community achievements


St. Thomas University Scholarship (Renewable)

If you have an admissions average of 80% or higher, you will automatically be considered for the St. Thomas University Scholarship (Renewable) when you apply for admission.
 

  • Valued at up to $20,000
  • Renewable for up to four years
  • Consideration given to academic achievement, leadership, extracurricular involvement, and community contributions



Chancellor's International Scholarship

Value: Full International Tuition
Number: 1
Criteria: Awarded annually to top-ranking international students entering their first year. Selection will be based on academic excellence, with attention given to leadership qualities. Students must maintain a minimum annual average of 3.7. For further information on renewal criteria.
 




President's International Scholarship

Value: Varies up to a maximum of full tuition and renewable for three additional years.
Number: Varies
Criteria: Awarded annually to top-ranking international students entering first year. Academic excellence is the sole selection criterion. To be eligible for the renewable portion of the award, students must achieve a minimum annual average of 3.7. For further information on renewal criteria.
 


 

Tuition Bursary

Value: 50% on tuition fees
Number: Varies
Deadline: 1 June, 2026

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