Human Rights 1 (M5057)
Human Rights 1: International and Regional Frameworks
Module M5057
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module learning outcomes
Evidence a coherent and detailed knowledge of major human rights institutions and frameworks.
Systematically understand the protection of rights within these institutions and frameworks
Critically evaluate and engage with contemporary challenges and debates within the field of human rights law and advocacy.
Demonstrate the ability to construct and sustain arguments with reference to both the law and politics of human rights.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio (3000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 11111011111 |
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