Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
European Human Rights Protection Instruments
Course Code
LUSDK_027
Branch of Science
Law; Theory and History of Rights
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Social Welfare and Social Work
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Ilze Bērziņa
Structure Unit Manager
Liāna Deklava
Structural Unit
Department of Rehabilitation
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, socdk@rsu.lv, +371 67061575
About Study Course
Objective
The aim of the course is to raise awareness and promote basic knowledge about what Human Rights norms and principles work in Latvia and what Human Rights protection instruments are available to Latvian residents. In the course of learning of the subject, students will be presented with a range of various topics to be studied; basic Human Rights concepts will be analysed; their substance and content identified. Students will gain an understanding of the Human Rights regulatory framework – rights and other types of social norms, acquire knowledge of the sources of laws, application of legal norms in practice and forms of legal action. The course will cover Human Rights development prospects in the European legal environment and in the world. The objectives of the course are to develop skills to identify and address fundamental Human Rights problems, to be able to analyse and apply the knowledge acquired in the study process to the compliance of national law with international human rights standards, to prepare students for further studies. During the course, particular attention will be paid to the role of the Council of Europe and the European Union in respect for Human Rights, protection and promotion, as well as various issues of globalisation processes.
Preliminary Knowledge
Basics of Human Rights.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Students will be able: to name and identify the most important Human Rights aspects as a result of the acquisition of the study course; to describe and analyse the main fundamental principles of these rights in the world and in Latvia; they will be prepared to work independently and apply Human Rights instruments, as well as have the ability to defend and promote compliance with these Human Rights standards in Latvia and in the world.
Skills
1.As a result of the studies, students will be able to see and analyse potential Human Rights problems, their causes and prevention solutions; they will be prepared to take the necessary steps and action in cases of potential Human Rights violations, with the effective application of the relevant international and national rules.
Competences
1.The acquired knowledge will allow students to participate in the work of law enforcement and assistance institutions, will promote the competence of these institutions directly in the fields of protection, strengthening, development and promotion of Human Rights; the acquired knowledge will also allow students to participate in international competitions for job offers outside Latvia's borders.
Assessment
Individual work
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1.
Individual work |
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Student's independent work outside the lectures and classes is actively seeking and researching information, using the available literature in the library or on Internet sources on issues and aspects of European Human Rights Protection instruments This will help to write the required paper on these issues, and facilitate successful participation in seminars (work-shops).
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Examination
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Examination |
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10 points
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Based on the knowledge gained during lectures, practical classes and independent work, during the course a student should write a paper on some of the most important human rights issues (to be agreed with the lecturer). Volume of the paper from 4 to 6 pages. It will assess the student's ability to apply the knowledge gained in his / her work as well as to carry out an analysis of the chosen topic (issue). In case of doubt or misunderstanding, contact the lecturer immediately (please use the attached contact information). Prerequisites for successful completion of the course include regular attendance at lectures and active participation in lectures and seminars (20%); successful written and defended written work (30%) and successfully passed written examination (50%). |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Historical development of Human Rights standards and principles in the world and Latvia. Fundamentals of the ideas of democracy and justice from the ancient world to our days Key historical circumstances and norms of Human Rights development.
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Stages of Latvia's statehood and constitutional development; Human Rights development after independence was restored in 1990; Human Rights and Latvian integration processes in European institutions (CoE, EU) and NATO.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Implementation of Human Rights in Latvia; Instruments for the Protection of Human Rights in Latvia, their availability and possibilities for their use.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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International Human Rights protection instruments, their availability and use; Universal Protection Mechanisms; Regional Human Rights Protection Mechanisms.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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European and International Human Rights categories: Civil and Political Rights; Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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International Law documents in the field of Political and Social rights in Europe and in the World.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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European and International Mechanism for the Protection and Monitoring of Human Rights.
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Research and analysis of various decisions of the European Court of Human Rights in the field of protection of Social rights.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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European and International aspects of the integration of Human Rights in Latvia: State and local authorities; Courts and Justice System and Activities; Non-Governmental Organisations.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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European and International Civil, Political and Social rights issues in Latvia – theory and practice assessment; analysis.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Potential problems and solutions International Human Rights in Latvia; possible and usable International Human Rights instruments in Latvia.
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Location
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Overview, questions, discussions and preparations for the test.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Historical development of Human Rights standards and principles in the world and Latvia. Fundamentals of the ideas of democracy and justice from the ancient world to our days Key historical circumstances and norms of Human Rights development.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Implementation of Human Rights in Latvia; Instruments for the Protection of Human Rights in Latvia, their availability and possibilities for their use.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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International Human Rights protection instruments, their availability and use; Universal Protection Mechanisms; Regional Human Rights Protection Mechanisms.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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European and International Human Rights categories: Civil and Political Rights; Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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International Law documents in the field of Political and Social rights in Europe and in the World.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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European and International Mechanism for the Protection and Monitoring of Human Rights.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Research and analysis of various decisions of the European Court of Human Rights in the field of protection of Social rights.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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European and International aspects of the integration of Human Rights in Latvia: State and local authorities; Courts and Justice System and Activities; Non-Governmental Organisations.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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European and International Civil, Political and Social rights issues in Latvia – theory and practice assessment; analysis.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Potential problems and solutions International Human Rights in Latvia; possible and usable International Human Rights instruments in Latvia.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Implementation of International Human Rights in Latvia – Evaluation, Analysis.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Overview, questions, discussions and preparations for the test.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Pleps J., Pastars E., Plakane I. Konstitucionālās tiesības, Latvijas Vēstnesis. 2014.
2.
Feldhūne G., Kučs A., Skujeniece V. Cilvēktiesību rokasgrāmata tiesnešiem. Latvijas Universitātes Juridiskās fakultātes. Cilvēktiesību institūts, Rīga. 2004.
3.
Kēnigs, Matiass. „Cilvēktiesības’’. Tiesu namu aģentūra. 2010.
Additional Reading
1.
Cilvēktiesības
2.
Kas ir cilvēktiesības
3.
From Hammurabi to the Patriot Act - A History of Human Rights
4.
A Short History of Human Rights
5.
History of Human Rights, The Cyrus Cylinder (539 B.C.)
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Magna Carta. Libertatum or The Great Charter of the Liberties of England
7.
United States Declaration of Independence. adopted on July 4, 1776
8.
Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen. adopted on 26 August 1789
9.
Declaration of the Rights of Woman and the Female Citizen. 1791.
10.
Dabiskās tiesības (lat. ius naturale) – pārvalsts, pārpozitīvas tiesības, kas nebalstās valsts likumdošanā.
11.
Cilvēktiesības, LR „Ārlietu ministrijas informācija. Plašs materiāls par Latviju un ANO
12.
Bojārs J. Starptautiskās tiesības. Zvaigzne ABC, 1998. 553. lpp., 211.-239. lpp.
13.
Burgentāls T. Starptautiskās cilvēktiesības kodolīgā izklāstā. AGB, 2000. 240. lpp., 29.-41. lpp.
14.
Cilvēktiesības pasaulē un Latvijā. 2000. 409. lpp., 5.-68. lpp., 191.-241. lpp.
Other Information Sources
1.
What are human rights
2.
A Short History of Human Rights
3.
Declaration of the Rights of Woman and of the Female Citizen