Human Rights Law

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Overview

Subject area

LAW

Catalog Number

774

Course Title

Human Rights Law

Department(s)

Description

Since 1945 with establishment of the United Nations Human Rights Law has become an increasingly important element of international law. The purpose of this course is to provide students with a general survey of the origins and evolution of international human rights law. Particular attention will be paid to conventions, treaties and United Nations declarations. The course will also provide students with an orientation to the complex structure of international bodies that share jurisdiction over various human rights issues. Students will become familiar with sources of human rights law, the changing definitions of human rights protections and the options for seeking enforcement that different types of cases might take.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Law

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

2

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

2

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule