Leader: Professor Sarah Joseph/Ms Kate Eastman
Offered
City (Melbourne) Trimester 1 2008 (On-campus split block of classes)
City (Melbourne) Term 3 2008 (On-campus split block of classes)
Synopsis
Discussion of fundamental international human rights issues such as international human rights norms, international human rights institutions, theoretical perspectives on human rights including cultural relativism, appropriate responses to human rights violations, development of international human rights jurisprudence, human rights and corporations, economic, social and cultural rights, and select topical human rights issues.
Objectives
Human rights is one of the most dynamic areas of the law. There is an increasing need today for human rights specialists at both the international and domestic level. Students completing this subject should be able to identify and understand current international human rights structures, procedures, and provisions, as well as their relevance in international law and politics, and for Australian law and practice.
Assessment
Research essay (max 7500 words): 100% or
Two research essays (max 3750 words each) worth 50% each
Contact hours
Intensive
