International Human Rights Law (JPJ2048) (LAW294H1F)

At a Glance

First Term
Credits
3
Hours
2
ICT

Enrolment

Maximum
25
15 JD
6 LLM/SJD/MSL/NDEGS/SJD U
5 MGA

Schedule

T: 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
Four short (750 words each) assignments submitted throughout the term on the course readings (total 40%), one 3,750 word essay on a topic of the student’s choosing due on the deadline date for written work (50%) and class participation (10%). Class participation includes attendance and meaningful input into the discussion in class and/or on blackboard.