313841 v.1 Master of Human Rights

Introduction

The Human Rights course is designed to promote a critical understanding of the human rights discourse. The course covers modern human rights institutions and how these work for state and non-state actors. The course also explores the political, historical and philosophical development of ideas about human rights which underpin current systems. In recognition of the importance of a globalised understanding of human rights, the course explores ideas about human rights from multi-disciplinary, multicultural and multi-religious perspectives, as well as looks at the roles of social movements, grass-roots campaigns and other actors have played in the development of human rights ideas and practices. The course takes a problematising approach to education, provoking students to engage with a range of ideas and perspectives and to develop their own positions. The course employs both theoretical and practical learning methods giving students the chance to put their learning into practice and to pursue individual areas of interest more deeply.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree. English language requirements - a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 for International applicants is required.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Students are encouraged to contact the program convenor for further information regarding an RPL or credit application.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards 1

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:

Intermediate Awards II

Graduate Diploma in Human Rights; Graduate Certificate in Human Rights

Course Organisation

The Master of Human Rights students must complete six core units, two elective units plus two double Human Rights project units. The Graduate Diploma of Human Rights is offered as an exit award after completion of six core units and two elective units.

Professional Recognition

These programs are internationally recognised postgraduate qualifications.

Career Opportunites

Graduates may have opportunities in careers including education, diplomatic services, human rights organisations, international development programs and government agencies.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.