M.S. in International Relations – Human Rights

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Master of Science (M.S.) in International Relations – Human Rights

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Defend the Rights of People Around the World with a Master’s Degree in International Relations

Liberty University’s Master of Science (M.S.) in International Relations – Human Rights can help you make a significant impact around the world. Through this program, you can gain the knowledge and skills needed to tackle complex global issues and promote human rights. At Liberty, our goal is to Train Champions for Christ in every industry, which means you are encouraged to use your talents to make a positive difference in the world and advance the cause of human rights from a biblical perspective.

Graduates of this program can be well-equipped for careers in social justice, advocacy, diplomacy, and other fields critical to helping people defend their rights. With a solid understanding of international relations, you can develop the skills needed to address real-world problems, such as poverty, conflict, and oppression, and work toward creating a better world for all people. This degree can help prepare you to work with international governments, organizations, and coalitions as well as promote human rights from a Judeo-Christian perspective.

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s International Relations – Human Rights Program?

  • A Judeo-Christian perspective on international affairs, American foreign policy, and international governments
  • The philosophical and biblical aspects of modern global relations and humanitarian issues
  • The roles of civil society, the church, government, and international institutions in protecting human rights and enforcing compliance with human rights standards

Liberty’s 100% online international relations – human rights master’s degree program will teach you about the complex issues surrounding human rights and how to address them on a global scale. You can study topics such as the history and philosophy of human rights, international human rights law, and human rights advocacy. You can also explore the roles of various international actors when it comes to protecting human rights. Through this program, you can gain the knowledge and skills needed to make a positive impact in the world and promote human rights with a biblical foundation.

Potential Careers for International Relations – Human Rights Graduates

  • Foreign service officer
  • Global missions director
  • Human rights policy specialist
  • International business consultant
  • Journalist

    Benefits of Pursuing Your Master’s in International Relations with Liberty University

    As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

    Here’s what sets us apart:

    • Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online graduate degree in international relations from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
    • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
    • You can complete this M.S. in International Relations – Human Rights in as little as 1.5 years!
    • Our 100% online format offers you flexibility and convenience.
    • Our expert faculty members have real-world international relations and human rights experience.

    Military Benefits

    Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

    • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
    • Reserve/National Guard
    • Veterans/retirees
    • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
    • Current Department of Defense employees

    We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:

    • Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
    • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
    • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
    Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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    100% online, 8-week courses

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    Transfer Credits

    Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

    Next Start Date

    Jun 23, 2025

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    Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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    Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus

    Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.

    No tuition increase for 9 years

    We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.

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