Double degree program in human rights and law
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- 5 yearsDuration
- Main Campus, Waterloo, CanadaLocation
- Faculty of ArtsField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Main Campus, WaterlooCampus
- Earn a Bachelor of Arts with a Human Rights minor from Waterloo and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in Hum…Awards
- $54,020Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Pursue a career in human rights by earning a Bachelor of Arts (including a minor in Human Rights) from Waterloo and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in Human Rights Law from the UK's University of Essex — in as little as five years. If you're interested in human rights, a legal education provides specialized knowledge and a particular set of skills that are especially relevant.
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The multidisciplinary nature of these programs will prepare you to work for non-governmental or community-based organizations (such as Amnesty International or Human Rights Watch), for an inter-governmental organization such as the United Nations, or for various levels of government. The first three years (or four, depending on your choice of major) will be spent at Waterloo. The next two years of your studies will be spent at the University of Essex completing your LLB. You'll begin to study human rights right in your first year at Waterloo and continue throughout the five years of your degrees. By studying at the School of Law at Essex, you'll have the opportunity to study abroad and attend a university. As well, Waterloo's partnership provides students with a scholarship of £5,000 (GBP) per year to study at Essex. This is a sample schedule. Courses or when a course is offered may change depending on availability. At the end of first year, choose one of the 28 majors offered in the Faculty of Arts.
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Admission requirements for Essex || • Complete three years in an Honours BA degree program at Waterloo in a major of your choice and a minor in Human Rights. || • Achieve an overall average of at least 77% with no fails or incompletes in any courses. || • Meet the University of Essex English language entry requirements. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; PTE Academic 63; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: An English-language test score is required only if the applicant's four most recent years of full-time education have NOT been in an English-language school system. Exemptions: four most recent years of full-time education completed in Canada; bilingual Francophone Canadians (or first-language French with four or more years of full-time Canadian high school); or four most recent years of full-time education taught in an entirely English-language school system in Canada or another country (supported by official transcripts showing language of instruction, or an official hardcopy letter sent directly by the school principal - emailed letters are not accepted). Full-time ESL programs do not qualify. Applicants below the required scores may enter through Waterloo's Bridge to Academic Success in English (BASE) program. Source: https://uwaterloo.ca/future-students/admissions/english-language-requirements
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$54,020 CAD / year≈ $39,721 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsInternational Student Entrance Scholarship: CAD 10,000 for first-year studies, paid in two instalments of CAD 5,000 (late July and late November) against first- and second-term tuition. No application is required; eligible students see it in the Waterloo applicant portal from mid-April. Conditions: full-time enrolment (three or more courses) in the first and second terms, and continuing international fee-paying status. It does not replace or reduce other entrance scholarships. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Application deadline 1 February 2027; documents deadline 15 February 2027 (programs other than Engineering). International students have the same deadlines. Waterloo admits first-year students for the September term only. Source: https://uwaterloo.ca/fut…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Double degree program in human rights and law cost?
CAD 54,020 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
5 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Admission requirements for Essex || • Complete three years in an Honours BA degree program at Waterloo in a major of your choice and a minor in Human Rights. || • Achieve an overall average of at least 77% with no fails or incompletes in any courses. || • Meet the University of Essex English language entry requirements. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; PTE Academic 63; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: An English-language test score is required only if the applicant's four most recent years of full-time education have NOT been in an English-language school system. Exemptions: four most recent years of full-time education completed in Canada; bilingual Francophone Canadians (or first-language French with four or more years of full-time Canadian high school); or four most recent years of full-time education taught in an entirely English-language school system in Canada or another country (supported by official transcripts showing language of instruction, or an official hardcopy letter sent directly by the school principal - emailed letters are not accepted). Full-time ESL programs do not qualify. Applicants below the required scores may enter through Waterloo's Bridge to Academic Success in English (BASE) program. Source: https://uwaterloo.ca/future-students/admissions/english-language-requirements
Is there a scholarship?
International Student Entrance Scholarship: CAD 10,000 for first-year studies, paid in two instalments of CAD 5,000 (late July and late November) against first- and second-term tuition. No application is required; eligible students see it in the Waterloo applicant portal from mid-April. Conditions: full-time enrolment (three or more courses) in the first and second terms, and continuing international fee-paying status. It does not replace or reduce other entrance scholarships. Source View scholarship page
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