Curricular opportunities for Webster University Students interested in International Human Rights The International Human Rights program at Webster University seeks to encourage greater understanding of international human rights standards, problems and solutions. It provides four organized curricular options for students interested in the study of human rights and/or interested in careers in human rights and humanitarian support, study, advocacy and protection: a major, a minor, a certificate program and an emphasis within the International Studies major. International Human Rights Major This is the most comprehensive and focused option for a student with a keen interest in human rights. Especially appropriate for students who are strongly considering careers with human rights and human rights-related agencies, and/or graduate or professional school programs with a strong human rights components. 37 required hours, 27 of those with in HRTS prefix (which includes 3 hours of International Human Rights Field Experience) plus intermediate foreign language competence. Offered in Saint Louis and Geneva only. International Human Rights Minor An organized introduction to human rights as a field of interest or study. 18 required credit hours plus an International Human Rights Field Experience. International Human Rights Certificate More demanding than the International Human Rights minor (18 required credits, including an International Human Rights Field Experience, plus intermediate foreign language competence) but less demanding than the International Human Rights major, this option is well suited to students with a strong interest in human rights but who are majoring in another subject. As a “stand alone” certificate, it is appropriate for students with a strong interest in human rights and have completed a BA or BS at another institution but who are not currently considering graduate or professional school. International Studies Major with and Emphasis in Human Rights Best suited to those with a commitment to International Studies and strong interest in human rights. Comparing it to the International Human Rights major, this option should provide a more comprehensive introduction to the culture and communication component of international studies but a less comprehensive background in human rights.