UQ:Human Rights & International Politics
Subject 921-283 (2009)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2009.
| Credit Points: | 12.50 |
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| Level: | 2 (Undergraduate) |
| Dates & Locations: | This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009: OnlineFor information about these dates, click here. |
| Time Commitment: | Contact Hours: Online classes from July to November through the University of Queensland. This subject is only available online. Total Time Commitment: Not available |
| Prerequisites: | Admission to the Global Issues Program and timely enrolment at Queensland before the quota is filled. |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Recommended Background Knowledge: | None |
| Non Allowed Subjects: | None |
| Core Participation Requirements: |
For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry. It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability |
Contact
U21 International Programs CoordinatorMelbourne Global Mobility
Room 120, Level 1, Old Geology Building
The University of Melbourne
Victoria 3010 Australia
Email: u21-gip@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: +61 3 8344 6104
| Subject Overview: | This course examines the theory and practice of human rights in world politics. It covers the philosophical foundations of human rights, the development of human rights norms, and the strengths and weaknesses in enforcing these norms. Attention will be focussed not only on major human rights violations such as genocide, torture and political repression, but also on claims for the rights of women, refugees and the developing world to combat poverty and malnutrition. |
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| Objectives: | After successfully completing this course you should be able to: 1 Comprehensively appreciate the genealogy of Human Rights and their growing relevance on the way nation-states conduct their domestic and foreign policy. 2 Use tools you have learned to engage the matter critically by situating Human Rights within contending discourses, cases and perspectives. 3 Identify and understand the historical forces and philosophical schools of thoughts that have contributed to shaping and reshaping the imagination attached to Human Rights, and deepen your sense of responsible citizenship towards others within the Australian community and beyond. 4 Demonstrate tools and knowledge that will make you more competitive in your professional activities in a variety of fields and positions. |
| Assessment: | Participation in tutorial conversations, 1000 word minor essay, 2000 word major essay, 2 hour final exam. |
| Prescribed Texts: | None |
| Breadth Options: | This subject is not available as a breadth subject. |
| Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
| Links to further information: | http://www.mobility.unimelb.edu.au/u21/gip.html |
| Notes: | This subject is quota restricted and places are allocated as applications are received at the University of Queensland. |
| Related Course(s): |
U21 Certificate in Global Issues (Understanding Globalisation) U21 Diploma in Global Issues |
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