Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student shall be able to:
- describe a theoretical view of rights language that is informed by political philosophy and ethics
- apply a selection of theoretical distinctions on historical and social developments of human rights
- portray, problematize, and discuss the main features of the historical development of human rights
- describe, analyze, and critically relate to the interaction between human rights and local traditions and religions in a selection of historical and contemporary contexts
- describe and critically examine the formation of national and supranational institutions that has been, and is, responsible for the upholding of human rights.
Course Content
Human rights have become a dominant framework for how states and citizens/individuals should act in relation to each other. This course deals with the history of human rights and their contemporary expressions, as well as the philosophy and implied values of the underlying human rights language.
Assessment
Well-prepared and active participation in seminars, oral presentations and written assignments.
Forms of Study
The forms of study are lectures and obligatory seminars. All teaching is in English.
Grades
The Swedish grades U–VG.
Prerequisites
- 60 credits within history, religious studies, sociology, political science or international relations, and English 6. No knowledge of Swedish is required
Other Information
All teaching is web-based. Seminars and lectures are scheduled at specific times, and active participation is required at the seminars. The student requires a computer, headset, webcam, and internet connection or equivalent technical equipment to take the course.
Replaces RK2003.