International Human Rights
The Certificate in International Human Rights aims to introduce learners to the key theories, concepts, and frameworks of analysis of Human Rights theory. It will introduce learners to human rights instruments, including International Human Rights Articles, Declarations and Conventions on Human Rights with reference to empirical case studies.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | South East Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 8 NFQ) | Minor | South East Technological University | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
Delivery: 2 hour online lecture every second Saturday and 6-hours self-directed learning
Entry Requirements
All applicants for Part-Time Enrolment must attend for interview as part of the application process. Applications are assessed on a case by case basis in accordance with Carlow College.
Further information
Start Date: September 2023
Course fees are €350 and payable at registration.
Applications for each semester open in July and October each year. Applications for Certificate courses commencing in September 2023 are now open. Closing date for applications is 25th August 2023.
The course aims to foster analytic and critical thinking skills, and the ability to formulate independent coherent arguments through problem posing methods using a Rights-based perspective.
International Human Rights offers a lens to analyse complex global issues such as colonialism and development learners. Learners will be able to demonstrate advanced written, oral, presentation and digital skills as part of and to be able to conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis and critically analyse of how evidence and data are used to support arguments.
The course will cover the following topics:
Rights and responsibilities
Human Rights Principles
Human Rights & Equality
Debating Human Rights
Examining International Human Rights Instruments
Conceptions of Human Rights and the West: Universal or Relative to Culture?
Dr Eoghan Smith
Course Enquiries
T: 059 9153257
E: esmith@carlowcollege.ie
Admissions Office
Admissions Enquiries
T: 059 9153268
E: directentry@carlowcollege.ie