Syllabus

Human Rights: Migrants, Children and Minorities

Code
GRK2JJ
Points
7.5 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Culture and Society
Subject field
Religious Studies (RKA)
Group of Subjects
Religious Studies
Disciplinary Domain
Humanities, 100%
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
History1
Political Science2
Religious Studies3
Sociology4
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G2F
2G2F
3G2F
4G2F
Approved
Approved, 28 September 2020.
This syllabus is valid from 28 September 2020.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • analyse and critically discuss in a nuanced way knowledge about the rights of children, migrants and minorities
  • identify problems relating to the implementation of the rights of children, migrants and minorities
  • systematically explain, discuss and critically evaluate different theoretical perspectives on a defined area in the field of human rights.

Course Content

The course deals with the problems that arise when human rights are applied in the case of less empowered groups. The primary focus is on children, migrants and minorities, as well as aspects such as gender and citizenship. The course discusses and problematises how human rights have become a dominant framework for the way in which states and citizens/individuals should act in relation to each other.

Assessment

Prepared and active participation in seminars, oral presentations and written assignments.

Forms of Study

The forms of study are lectures and obligatory seminars. The language of instruction is 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

Web-based courses require that students are able to communicate in sound and video using a computer or equivalent equipment.