International Human Rights Law (JPJ2048) (LAW294H1F)

At a Glance

First Term
Credits
3
Hours
2
ICT

Enrolment

Maximum
30
19 JD
6 LLM/SJD/MSL/NDEGS/SJD U
5 MGA

Schedule

W: 10:30 - 12:20
Instructor(s): Jennifer Orange

This course satisfies the International/Comparative/Transnational perspective course requirement.

Note: The Blackboard program will be used for this course. Students must self-enrol in Blackboard as soon as confirmed in the course in order to obtain course information.

This course is an introduction to the field and examines the extent to which international and regional human rights systems serve as effective vehicles for the protection of human rights. It explores the development of international human rights from its theoretical beginnings and the nature of state responsibility for their protection. Through the lens of current issues in human rights (e.g. torture, religion and culture, water), the course will examine the possibilities and challenges faced by individuals, civil society and states in preventing, punishing and remedying human rights violations. The course will also analyze the domestic application of international human rights in Canada.

Evaluation
A research paper (6,250 to 7,500 words) on a subject approved by the instructor (80%) and class participation (20%). Class participation includes attendance and input into the discussion both in class and on blackboard.