International Human Rights Law
This course is part of International Law.
This comprehensive course explores how international human rights law protects individuals from both public and private power. Students examine the evolution of human rights protection, from post-WWII developments to contemporary applications across various legal domains. The course covers enforcement mechanisms, state obligations, and the role of civil society in shaping human rights law.
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What you'll learn
Analyze key controversies in international human rights law development
Understand protection mechanisms at domestic and international levels
Apply conceptual tools to track human rights law developments
Engage effectively with global human rights movements
Evaluate state obligations in protecting human rights
Assess discrimination and remedial measures
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There are 8 modules in this course
The course provides an in-depth understanding of international human rights law and its practical applications. Students learn about different types of rights, enforcement mechanisms, and the interplay between domestic and international legal systems. Topics include religious freedom, employment rights, corporate responsibilities, and human rights in counter-terrorism.
What are human rights?
Module 1
To which situations do human rights apply?
Module 2
When may human rights be restricted?
Module 3
When must the State intervene to protect human rights?
Module 4
What is discrimination?
Module 6
How are human rights protected at domestic level?
Module 7
How are human rights protected at international level?
Module 8
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: International Law
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Distinguished Leadership in International Human Rights Law and Global Food Systems
Dr. Olivier De Schutter serves as Professor at the Université catholique de Louvain and SciencesPo Paris, while holding the position of UN Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights since May 2020. His extensive academic credentials include an LL.M. from Harvard University and a Ph.D. from the University of Louvain, complemented by teaching positions at prestigious institutions including Columbia University, New York University, and the College of Europe. His career encompasses significant roles in human rights advocacy, including serving as the UN Special Rapporteur on the right to food from 2008 to 2014, coordinating the EU Network of Independent Experts on Fundamental Rights from 2002 to 2007, and acting as General Secretary of the International Federation of Human Rights from 2004 to 2008. His research and publications focus on international human rights law, economic and social rights, and governance, earning him the prestigious Francqui Prize in 2013 for his contributions to international and European human rights law. As co-chair of the International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems, he continues to influence global policy on food security, poverty reduction, and sustainable development while teaching courses on human rights law, European Union law, and legal theory at various institutions worldwide.
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