Overview

In the era of globalisation, one of the most important concepts in international affairs is human rights. The major in human rights is interdisciplinary, examining the history and the nature of human rights and addressing basic issues such as: What are human rights? Are human rights culturally relative? How can … For more content click the Read More button below. The human rights major is an excellent complement to studies in law, criminology, journalism, international studies, politics, international relations, philosophy, history, development studies and sustainability. As a student of human rights you will acquire strong analytic abilities and communication skills, and will have expertise in areas that are of relevance to employers in the non-government organisation (NGO) sector, a wide variety of professions and in the federal and state public service and their statutory authorities. Availability Human rights is listed in A2000 Bachelor of Arts at Caulfield and Clayton as a major and a minor, and in A0502 Diploma of Liberal Arts at Caulfield and Clayton as a major.

Intending honours students

There is no dedicated honours for the human rights major. Students who complete a major in human rights and who satisfy the arts faculty's general entry requirements for honours may be admitted to honours in a related area of study, but their eligibility is at the discretion of the honours coordinator in that area of study. Students intending to progress to honours are strongly advised to consult with the human rights coordinator prior to completing their third year.

Learning outcomes

In addition to achieving the broad outcomes of your course, and successfully completing this area of study, you will be able to:

1.

Have a deep understanding of the history, politics and philosophy of human rights

2.

Be able to critically analyse policy proposals which bear on human rights issues, such as global poverty, immigration, and armed conflict

Requirements
48 credit points

Rules
Level 1 gateway units 12 credit points
Level 2 cornerstone units6 credit points
Level 3 capstone units6 credit points
Human rights electives24 credit points

Contacts

Coordinator(s)

Dr Linda Barclay