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) 

• 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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The application form for the 2025 will be uploaded on November 1, 2024. 

Please pay the application fee before sending all completed forms, with the exception of the Recommendation Form which will be e-mailed directly by your referee, to admin@genocidestudies.org.​