Demonstrate skills such as logical argumentation; presentation; independent research and analysis of evidence and data. Recognise and describe basic concepts of the UN and regional human rights system and law. Explain and classify key features of the UN and regional human rights law.

Human Rights Treaties

A significant feature of International Human Rights Law is the list of state reservations to Human Rights Treaties. It is claimed that state reservations to treaties avoids conflict with national laws, secures widespread state participation, achieves consensus, and ensures sovereign interests will not be damaged. Discuss.

Demonstrate skills such as logical argumentation; presentation; independent research and analysis of evidence and data.

Students should:
•Recognise and describe basic concepts of the UN and regional human rights system and law.
•Explain and classify key features of the UN and regional human rights law.
•Critically evaluate aspects of the UN and regional human rights law and its application to concrete cases.