Women & Human Rights (873M3)
Women and Human Rights
Module 873M3
Module details for 2024/25.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module draws on feminist theory, human rights theory, anthropological and historical materials and rights instruments and documentation. The first half provides a theoretical framework for the study of women's human rights. Examining different theoretical perspectives on the origins of women’s rights; decolonial critiques of a linear views of rights development; feminist critiques of rights; and debate over the use of rights strategies for the empowerment of women; including international implementation of women’s rights. The second half of the module consists of topics which focus on the conception, implementation, adherence and breach of a specific right or related rights.
Module learning outcomes
Articulate an understanding of the historical origins of women’s rights and the theoretical debates surrounding the contemporary use of human rights for women.
Appraise the different legal and political approaches to the implementation of women’s rights.
Demonstrate a general ability to analyse human rights from a gender perspective and to appreciate the implications of that analysis for the implementation of specific rights in relation to women.
Synthesize theoretical perspectives on women’s human rights and apply to a specific area of self-initiated research.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (5000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Thu 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 3 hours | 01111110100 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 3 hours | 10000001001 |
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