Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This major focuses on the study of human rights within the European context, exploring the legal frameworks, institutions, and policies that protect and promote human rights in Europe. Students delve into key areas such as the European Convention on Human Rights, the European Court of Human Rights, and the role of the European Union in human rights protection. The program emphasizes legal analysis, advocacy skills, and the application of human rights principles to address contemporary challenges. Graduates are prepared for careers in human rights organizations, international institutions, government agencies, and legal practices. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of European human rights law and institutions. - Develop skills in legal analysis, advocacy, and human rights protection. - Learn techniques for interpreting and applying human rights conventions and case law. - Explore the role of European institutions in promoting and enforcing human rights. - Understand the principles of human rights advocacy, ethical considerations, and international cooperation. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in the field of European human rights. - Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for human rights advocacy and legal practice. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to European Human Rights** - Overview of European human rights law, its history, and key institutions. - Fundamentals of human rights principles and legal frameworks in Europe. 2. **European Convention on Human Rights** - Study of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), including its articles, protocols, and case law. - Techniques for interpreting and applying the ECHR in legal practice. 3. **European Court of Human Rights** - Fundamentals of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR), including its structure, jurisdiction, and procedures. - Techniques for analyzing ECtHR judgments and their impact on human rights protection. 4. **Human Rights in the European Union** - Principles of human rights protection within the European Union, including the Charter of Fundamental Rights. - Techniques for understanding and applying EU human rights policies and directives. 5. **Human Rights Advocacy** - Methods for advocating human rights, including legal advocacy, policy advocacy, and public awareness campaigns. - Techniques for developing and implementing human rights advocacy strategies. 6. **International Cooperation and Human Rights** - Principles of international cooperation in human rights protection, including treaties, conventions, and multilateral agreements. - Techniques for promoting human rights through international cooperation and diplomacy. 7. **Ethical Considerations and Professionalism** - Understanding ethical considerations, professional standards, and best practices in human rights advocacy. - Techniques for ensuring ethical conduct and professionalism in human rights work. 8. **Emerging Trends in European Human Rights** - Analysis of innovations such as digital rights, environmental rights, and the rights of vulnerable groups. - Techniques for adapting to new trends and challenges in the field of human rights. 9. **Capstone Project in European Human Rights** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in human rights advocacy, legal analysis, or policy development. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive solution to human rights challenges in Europe. **Assessment Methods:** - Legal analysis projects, advocacy campaigns, case studies, research papers, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "The European Convention on Human Rights" by Jacobs, White, and Ovey. - "Human Rights Law in Europe" by Janis, Kay, and Bradley. - "The European Court of Human Rights" by Paul Johnson. - "EU Human Rights Policies" by Philip Alston and Olivier De Schutter. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of law, political science, and human rights. Suitable for students in law, international relations, political science, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 3-4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, and internships. Advanced degrees may take additional years. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in European Human Rights and pursue professional certifications or further specialization in human rights law. **Target Audience:** Aspiring human rights lawyers, advocates, policy analysts, and professionals seeking to specialize in European human rights, legal advocacy, and international cooperation. This major equips students with the legal, analytical, and practical skills needed to excel in European human rights, supporting advancements in human rights protection, advocacy, and international cooperation.