Module Specifications.
Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025
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Date posted: September 2024
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Description The purpose of this module is to examine the history, development, structure and efficacy of the international human rights law framework. In this module students will investigate the legal framework of the United Nations and of regional systems with regard to the promotion and protection of human rights. Students will examine human rights legal provisions and violations thereof as well as the remedies which are available. This module provides a platform of knowledge whereby students can understand and critique international human rights legislation and norms. Students are expected to attend weekly lectures. They are also expected to research and read relevant articles and contribute to class discussion. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Explain the international human rights law system and regional human rights law systems 2. Examine regional and international legal mechanisms and procedures of human rights law enforcement 3. Compare and contrast international human rights, including the right to liberty, the right to health and freedom from torture. 4. Critically analyse specific areas of international human rights law with reference to relevant legal instruments and academic commentary 5. Construct an international human rights law model instrument and justify choice of provisions | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
History and Development of International Human Rights Law Discourse.The origins of international human rights discourse from historical, philosophical and legal perspectives.Protection of Human Rights in the UN system.How did the UN incorporate human rights into their structure and functioning? How effective is the UN at promoting and protecting human rights?Protection of Human Rights in regional systems.How does the understanding and practice of human rights differ in Europe, Africa and the Americas? Can regional systems adequately protect and promote human rights?Protection of Specific Human RightsExamples of the ways in which specific human rights are protected will be examined from sociological, political and legal perspectives. The distinction between civil and political and economic, social and cultural rights will be analysed.Nature and Enforcement of International Human Rights Law.How effective is international human rights law? | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 50204, 0, Class Notes and Other Relevant Resources are available on the Loop page for the Module, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||