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Study Human Rights Advocacy Abroad

Human rights is an issue which is every human’s responsibility to stand up for. Far from being confined to one country’s structural agenda, the battle for human rights is a truly global one, which transcends national borders. By studying human rights abroad and becoming a human rights advocate, you will be well on your way to becoming a better global citizen, one armed with the knowledge and power to make a real difference.
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134 Human Rights Advocacy Study Abroad Programs

AIFS Abroad

9.7

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AIFS Abroad in Rome, Italy: Semester

Spend a semester or academic year in the classic city of Rome with AIFS Abroad. Earn up to 17 credits studying at AIFS Abroad Global Education Center and receive credits from Fairfield University. No previous Italian language study is required. All programs begin with a 1-week language and cultural orientation. Choose between 4 academic programs: • Multi-Discipline • Intensive Italian Language Program • Study + Internship Program • Music Program (for music majors, in conjunction with Saint Louis College of Music) • Independent Study Courses Volunteer opportunities are also available. Students can choose from the Service Learning and Volunteering Program and the Service Learning and Active Citizenship course. Live in a shared student apartment, which includes an excellent meal plan. You'll enjoy numerous social and cultural activities, including: • 3-day excursion to Sorrento, Naples, Pompeii, and Capri • 3-days in Florence • Day trip to the villages of Assisi and Spello Optional excursions include 3 days in Palermo, Sicily.

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WorldStrides

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Study Abroad in Auckland, New Zealand - Summer Research

Advance your international research skills by engaging in research at New Zealand’s highest-ranked university, the University of Auckland. Geared toward arts and humanities students considering graduate studies, this program includes projects led by respected researchers. These projects study the complicated intersectionality of topics involving cultural heritage and identity, gender, politics, and more. Each is unique, offering a mix of in-class and field research with individual and group responsibilities. Outside of class, explore more of this fascinating region, from the multicultural city center to the surrounding rugged natural environments. You’ll also get to know Kiwi culture better through an organized orientation, cultural events, and support.

CIEE College Study Abroad

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CIEE Summer + Semester Internships Programs

CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Find the right fit for you! Live, learn, and work abroad on an internship program with CIEE! CIEE Summer Internships CIEE Summer Global Internships are 6-credit, 8-week programs with full-time working hours (approximately 30 hours weekly) and a seminar. CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad are 6 to 7-credit, 6-week programs with a part-time internship (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and a 3-credit academic course. CIEE Semester Internships CIEE Semester Global Internships are 9 to 13-credit, 12-week programs that feature a full-time internship (approximately 30 hours weekly), a seminar, and an optional 3 to 4-credit academic course online. CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad Programs are 12 to 14-credit, 12-week programs that feature a part-time internship​ (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and two academic courses.

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IFSA, Institute for Study Abroad

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IFSA Summer in Buenos Aires

Learning meets cafe culture, vibrant arts, and Gaucho traditions! Get to know the sights, sounds, tastes, and history that make Buenos Aires a distinctively colorful and lively Argentine city. Whether you prefer class in English or Spanish, you’ll find intriguing options designed to help you explore and understand the porteño way of life. Catapult your strong Spanish skills forward with an intensive language class. Get to know the themes that play out in 20th-century Chilean and Argentine literature. See how an increasingly interconnected world economy has impacted the Argentine nation and Latin America. Learn how Argentines address mental health issues and the impact this approach has on different segments of people. Or discover the events that have shaped Argentina as a leading defender of human rights.

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New York University

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Make Your Mark at NYU Tulsa

Engage in meaningful internship opportunities while making an impact on the community around you at NYU Tulsa. From public policy to urban design and arts to engineering, students at NYU’s newest global site have the opportunity to take part in a variety of internships as they work with professionals who are making a difference in their communities. Tulsa has a rich and complex history, and students are immersed from the start—local faculty craft each of NYU Tulsa’s unique courses to create site-specific learning experiences. From its spacious academic center to its brand-new luxury apartments, NYU Tulsa provides all the resources and space you need to deepen your understanding of critical social, cultural, and economic issues—both in the classroom and beyond. Opportunities vary based on local restrictions. Visit the NYU Tulsa website for up-to-date information.

John Cabot University

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Top Rated Program Study Abroad in Italy 2025
Study Abroad in Rome at John Cabot University

Studying abroad is an incredible opportunity to enhance your resume while exploring the world, learning a new language, and building lifelong international connections. Located in the heart of historic Rome, Italy, John Cabot University offers you the chance to join a vibrant international campus community while immersing yourself in one of the world’s most fascinating cities. Each year, we welcome 1,800 students during our semesters or summer sessions. With over 400 classes to choose from, a dynamic student life program, and a Monday-to-Thursday class schedule, you’ll have plenty of time to discover Rome and travel across Europe, thanks to our proximity to train stations and airports. If you’re seeking a semester abroad experience that lets you explore Italy and Europe while staying on track with your academic goals, JCU could be the perfect fit for you!

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MAXIMO NIVEL

9.22

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Intern Abroad in Latin America | Top-Rated Internships

Do your international internship with Maximo Nivel - get international work experience in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. - Education (K-12) - Special Education - Micro-Business - Hospitality & Tourism - Human Rights - Medical Please take note of these qualifications: - Interns should be fluent in English. - Spanish language skills are only required for Micro-Business and Medical internships. - Interns should be enrolled or have completed a Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. - Medical interns must present proof of their medical training. Since 2003, Maximo Nivel has been a leader in educational travel and study abroad. Our work-study-travel programs host more than 4,000 people per year. We are a professional, ethical, and hard-working organization that is completely dedicated to providing a great experience to every participant, student, traveler, and client! Every day, we strive to set ourselves apart and provide the best internship, education, and cultural experiences in Latin America along with top-notch client service and great home base facilities. Live it!

College Year in Athens

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Top Rated Program Study Abroad in Greece 2025
Study Abroad in Greece with CYA (Semester/Academic Year)

CYA (College Year in Athens) has been offering study abroad programs in various academic disciplines for over 60 years. Athens, a European capital, is rich in history and a contemporary hub for art, international business, and relations and debate on economic, political, and migration issues. With supplemental activities varying from archaeological digs to on-site courses and from study travel to volunteer opportunities, students can actively engage with their course material. They live in apartments in downtown Athens. A homestay option is also available where they're inspired to immerse completely in a historic environment. The CYA curriculum consists of academically rigorous courses taught by expert faculty. Course offerings encompass a range of academic disciplines and are taught in English. Optional language courses are available (Modern & Ancient Greek, Latin). Each semester, classroom lectures are complemented by on-site courses and field studies of major historical and contemporary sites around Greece.

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Forum-Nexus Study Abroad

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2

Psychology & Social Work Traveling Program in Europe

Expand your knowledge by visiting 8 European cities in 1 month this summer! Ultimate Summer in Europe is a multi-country program where you can earn up to 9 credits while you travel through Europe with other students worldwide. Take an independent study course in psychology, sociology, or social work while discovering the best of Europe! Ultimate Summer in Europe: 5 Countries, 8 Cities in 1 Month Program itinerary: Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Milan, Lugano, Verona, Riva del Garda Program dates: June 28 - July 25, 2026 Shorter sessions are also available Visit our website for more details, including how to apply for free.

IES Abroad

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IES Abroad Seoul Direct Enrollment - Yonsei University

IES Abroad partners with Yonsei University, a prestigious private research university in Seoul and a trusted partner of IES Abroad’s Study Abroad Foundation (SAF), to offer the Seoul Direct Enrollment - Yonsei University Program for Fall, Spring, and Academic Year terms. Seoul is a dynamic metropolis where ancient history and modern life converge. And you might have heard that Seoul has been ranked the third “best student city” according to the QS World University Rankings® 2022! Winning factors include a “24/7” culture thanks to night markets, late-night tea houses, and 115 museums; nine major subway (plus bus) lines so everything feels convenient and a population of nearly 10 million people to enjoy all that it has to offer. So picture it: you’re walking across campus at Yonsei University listening to your favorite K-Pop songs, hoppang (steamed bun) from a pojangmacha (street cart) in hand, ready to take on the day in bustling Seoul.

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SIT Study Abroad

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SIT Study Abroad: Nepal: Tibetan and Himalayan Peoples

Learn about Tibetan and Himalayan politics, religion, and the challenges faced by communities in exile. Spend six weeks in Kathmandu, home to a significant Tibetan community, and study topics such as the Dalai Lama’s Middle Way approach, human rights in Tibet, and traditional Tibetan medicine, Sowa Rigpa. Explore ancient pilgrimage routes, deconstruct myths about Tibet, and trek to rural mountain communities. Learn Tibetan, with the option to study Nepali, and complete independent research or an internship. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

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Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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Study Abroad at UAB: Tailor Made Study Programs for Groups

This is a unique, tailor-made learning and living experience integrated with the academic quality of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Our customized programs are for institutions and agencies that want to provide groups of international students with an educational experience at a university of international excellence. Participants study on the main campus just outside the city or at a campus in central Barcelona. Individual programs are tailored by selecting from more than 100 elective subjects in English or Spanish across areas like Business, Communication, Medicine and Nursing, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Spanish and Catalan Language. Guarantee maximum flexibility! Programs are available all year round, with flexible timetables and no minimum duration. Students can add accommodation, meals, transport, cultural visits, and leisure activities.

Siena Italian Studies Program

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SIS Semester and Summer in Siena, Italy

Participants are immersed in the Italian language and culture during a semester, academic year, or summer program. Courses include Anthropology, Art History, Cinema, Medieval History, Sociolinguistics, History of Italian Cooking, Business, and Creative Arts. Students live with local host families while making a difference in the local community through service-learning opportunities. They participate in a series of activities and excursions during the semester or summer term. Some of these include cooking classes, grape harvest, hikes in the countryside, museum visits, day trips to Florence, and overnight excursions to the Alps, Tuscan coast, or other destinations of interest.

Mente Argentina

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Dynamic Academic Semester: Study & Immerse in Buenos Aires

Embark on a dynamic academic journey in Buenos Aires with Mente Argentina’s Academic Semester Program. Designed for students eager to delve into Argentine culture and academic excellence, this program allows you to study at one of four prestigious universities. Whether aiming for a semester or a full academic year, earn between 12-18 US semester credits or 24-36 ECTS credits, all transferrable to your home institution. Our program not only provides comprehensive academic options but also enables you to enrich your experience through internships, volunteer work, or specialized immersion courses in Tango, Cooking, Wine Tasting, Photography, and TEFL Certification. Why Choose Buenos Aires? Buenos Aires, with its lively arts scene, diverse culinary landscape, and dynamic social atmosphere, offers an unparalleled backdrop for academic and personal growth. Studying here enhances your academic credentials and provides a rich, immersive cultural experience, preparing you for global citizenship.

Go Abroad China Ltd.

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Paid Internships in Fortune 500 Companies in China

Launch your global career with Go Abroad China’s Paid Internship Program. Since 2003, we have connected over 4,000 international students and professionals from 50+ countries to high-impact, paid positions across China’s leading economic hubs. Our exclusive network guarantees access to 2,000+ internships at Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and innovative startups across 20+ sectors, including business, finance, marketing, engineering, and IT. No prior Mandarin is required for many English-speaking roles. We provide a complete, stress-free experience with all-inclusive packages covering visa support, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, and cultural activities. With dedicated career mentoring, 90% of our alumni secure jobs within three months. Choose your own start date for programs from one month to a full year, and let us tailor an internship to match your goals, skills, and budget.

Columbia University School of Professional Studies

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Study Abroad at Columbia University SPS

With 17 Master’s degrees and a variety of flexible courses and formats, Columbia's School of Professional Studies rigorous programs meet students where they are and take them where they want to go — on their terms and throughout their lives. Columbia's location in NYC offers students the unique opportunity to take advantage of one of the most diverse and dynamic places in the world. Whether you’re seeking to take a deep dive into an area of interest or incorporate a cross-disciplinary perspective into your studies, Columbia's Visiting Students program offers students enrolled in a degree program at another institution the specialized, world-class instruction that you would expect in the Ivy League. Visiting students are enrolled alongside matriculated Columbia degree students, and earn credits that may be used toward graduation at your home institution.

Linguistic Horizons

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Spanish Immersion - Study and Intern

This program is perfect for students with intermediate-level or higher Spanish skills who seek an authentic and immersive experience. Away from the crowds of American students who opt for more popular destinations, like Barcelona or Madrid, with us, you will find yourself fully immersed in the Spanish language and culture of La Coruña, Spain. At the beginning of the semester, you can optionally take an intensive Spanish language course to help prepare you for the semester abroad. You can take classes in your field of interest at an accredited public Spanish university. Most classes are taught in Spanish alongside Spanish students. While some courses are offered in English, we highly recommend taking on the challenge of studying in Spanish. If you need additional Spanish practice before the semester starts, you may combine our Summer Spanish Immersion program with the semester or year abroad program. You will be issued an official transcript, and we can assist you with obtaining transfer credit at your home institution. Adding a customized internship at a Spanish company alongside your studies is possible.

DIS - Study Abroad

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DIS Copenhagen – Justice & Human Rights

Human rights continue to be one of the most debated topics of our time, and what better opportunity to question and analyze legal approaches through a cross-cultural lens than when you study abroad. Through your meetings with experts on Study Tours and Field Studies, you delve into the legal aspects and political context behind major modern conflicts and human rights violations in Europe, enhancing your knowledge of international law and current human rights challenges. This program is a good fit if you study: • Government • Human Rights • International Relations • Legal Studies • Political Science Visit our website for a full list of additional elective courses!

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CES Maastricht

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Politics, Law & International Relations in Europe

Spend a semester or an entire academic year at Maastricht University (UM) in this study abroad program. Take classes with a distinct European focus and earn between 24-32 ECTS credits per semester. Human rights, democracy, and the rule of law are the core values of the European Union (EU). Yet in light of challenges such as migration and societal integration, Brexit, and the rise of Euro-scepticism, the future of the EU is far from certain. In a world of converging cultures and different political and legal systems, students will explore how policy-makers negotiate between member states with a range of different nationalities, languages, and agendas. The Netherlands holds an unparalleled position in the international legal field and is at the forefront of civil liberties and human rights. Maastricht is a stone’s throw away from the International Criminal Court in The Hague, as well as the European Parliament in Brussels, the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg, and the European Court of Justice in Luxembourg. At these institutions, students can examine national agendas, opposition to political unions, and the roles of international actors such as NATO and the UN.

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University of Limerick

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5

Study Abroad Semester Program

The University of Limerick (UL) offers an unforgettable experience. Discover a transformative journey at one of Ireland’s most prestigious universities. UL welcomes international students and provides diverse academic opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities, and a warm, inclusive community. Studying abroad is a unique time in your education. At UL, we want to be as flexible as possible to ensure incoming students have the option to make the most of their experience with us. Thus, our semester program has been designed to accommodate academic and personal goals by offering various courses across numerous disciplines. Whether you’re studying engineering, business, humanities, or science, UL provides the resources to customize your learning experience. As one of Ireland’s foremost universities, UL is recognized for its dedication to an outstanding student experience, commitment to graduate employability, and research with societal impact. Benefit from an extensive network of partnerships with national and international industries, government bodies, and communities.

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Why Study Human Rights Abroad

Those who are passionate about human rights have their work cut out for them. All over the world countless injustices are committed every day at the expense of those who do not have the resources to fend for themselves. Participating in a human rights study abroad program will give you the opportunity to learn about some of the most important issues facing our modern age, and also commence the journey of venturing out into the world to meet these problems head on as a human rights advocate.

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CYA provided me with the greatest three months I could ever ask for.

February 18, 2026by: Samuel Edney - United States

Program: Study Abroad in Greece with CYA (Semester/Academic Year)

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CYA was the perfect way to experience Greece. The housing was perfect and immersive, the food around Athens was cheap and good, and classes being held at historical sights was a dream come true. I would recommend this program to anybody who has a remote interest in history. I would also like to mention that the work/study trips were amazing, and gave all of us students opportunities to meet friends and learn history hands-on.

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