Curtin University is offering free online course on Human Rights and Development. In this course, students will learn the meaning of development based on human rights and social justice perspectives.
In this 12 week course, applicants will discover why a critical understanding of development is paramount to addressing poverty, inequality, climate change, indigenous rights and issues of social justice. This course will start on April 24, 2017.
Course At A Glance
Length: 12 weeks
Effort: 8-10 hours pw
Subject: Social Science
Institution: Curtin University and edx
Languages: English
Price: Free
Certificate Available: Yes, Add a Verified Certificate for $300
Session: Course Starts on April 24, 2017
Providers’ Details
Curtin University is Western Australia’s largest and most culturally diverse university, with more than 53,000 students from over 130 countries. As a world-class, internationally focused institution, Curtin’s mission is to change minds, lives and the world through leadership, innovation and excellence in teaching and research.
About This Course
In this course you will learn the meaning of development based on human rights and social justice perspectives. You will understand how development is practiced based on the needs, rights and capabilities of individuals; and critically explore the strengths and shortcomings of these approaches.
Next, you’ll explore the ideology behind international aid programs and look at development from both Indigenous and African perspectives. You’ll uncover human rights abuses, environmental issues and challenges to colonialist development, all of which still have an effect to this day.
Finally, you’ll explore the role of international financial and trade institutions in global development.
Why Take This Course?
Students will explore the ideology behind international aid programs and look at development from both Indigenous and African perspectives. You’ll uncover human rights abuses, environmental issues and challenges to colonialist development, all of which still have an effect to this day.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will be able to:
- Understand contemporary challenges involving development and human rights
- Critically evaluate development ideologies and their impacts in society
- Apply social justice and human rights principles in development practices
- Contribute to development programs that benefit vulnerable groups
Instructors
Dr. Yirga Gelaw Woldeyes
Yirga graduated with Bachelor of Laws from Addis Ababa University and was an instructor of law in Ethiopia. He also worked with grassroots associations and international organisations in the country. Yirga completed his Masters and Doctor of Philosophy through the Centre for Human Rights Education, Curtin University, Western Australia.
Requirements
None.
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