Enrolment is limited due to the seminar nature of the course, only a limited number of applicants are admitted to the program.  Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for admission: 

• Current or recent graduate of a Master’s or PhD level program 

• Social Sciences, Humanities, or other disciplines relevant to Genocide Studies preferred

• Excellent academic record 

• Firm grasp of the English language 

• Involvement and/or academic/professional interest in human rights issues 

• Strong  oral and written communication skills 

• Ability to discuss and analyze difficult, emotionally charged issues with maturity and objectivity 

• Proficiency in organizing and presenting information 

• Strong interest in a future career in Genocide Studies and/or human rights 

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Application Requirements

Students interested in applying must include the following with their application:

• Most recent university transcripts

• 2 letters of recommendation (to be submitted by the referees with the Recommendation Form) 

• Resume/CV

• Application essay: a personal narrative on your passion for making a difference and how you envision that fits with the GHRUP program (maximum 2 pages)

• Pay the application fee of $75 CAD here.

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To apply please visit the Application Portal here.

Please pay the application fee before applying and please direct your referee to email their reference and recommendation form to admin@genocidestudies.org.

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2024 Recommendation Form

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