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PCR424Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Governance, International Law And Fundamental Human Rights

This course explores the interconnectedness of governance, international law, and fundamental human rights. It examines the meaning of governance, the role of civil society, and the impact of godfatherism. The course delves into the sources and enforcement of international law, the function of the World Court, and the relationship between international and municipal law. It also covers the structure of the United Nations and its role in international law, contrasting governance with global law and fundamental human rights.

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200h
Study Time
13
Weeks
15h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
GovernanceInternational LawHuman RightsDemocracyConflict Resolution

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Governance

2

International Law

3

Human Rights

4

Civil Society

5

Mass Media

6

United Nations

7

Democracy

8

Constitutionalism

9

Global Governance

10

Sovereignty

11

War Crimes

Total Topics11 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Diplomat

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International Lawyer

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Human Rights Advocate

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Policy Analyst

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Governance Expert

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentInternational OrganizationsNon-Governmental OrganizationsLawDiplomacy

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Governance

3h

Unit 1: Meaning of Governance and Issue of Godfatherism

3 study hours
  • •Define governance and differentiate it from government.
  • •Examine the role of a godfather in a community and its impact on governance.
  • •Analyze the implications of godfatherism on citizenship and democracy.
Week
2

Module 1: Governance

3h

Unit 2: Good Governance, the Civil Society Organisations and the Mass Media

3 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of good governance and its relationship to democratic culture.
  • •Describe the roles of civil society organizations and the mass media in promoting good governance.
  • •Identify issues that can hinder good governance.
Week
3

Module 1: Governance

3h

Unit 3: Women and National/International Governance

3 study hours
  • •Describe the role of women in national and international governance.
  • •Analyze the negative effects of discriminating against women.
  • •Explain the need for greater investment in the education of the girl-child.
Week
4

Module 1: Governance

3h

Unit 4: Reflections on Governance Style or Roles of Some Global Leaders

3 study hours
  • •Explain the importance of democracy and liberal democracy.
  • •Narrate why there is declining confidence in the rule of law.
  • •Point out the role of internal and external forces in the governance system of African States.
Week
5

Module 1: Governance

3h

Unit 5: Reflections on Governance Style or Roles of Some African Leaders

3 study hours
  • •Explain the spirit of patriotism in duties and expectations to the state.
  • •Explain what made global leaders unique personalities.
  • •Explain what is meant by buck passing by leaders.
Week
6

Module 2: International Law

3h

Unit 1: Understanding International Law-Sources

3 study hours
  • •Explain the sources of International Law.
  • •Explain the analogy between the sources and assumptions.
  • •Differentiate between Western and Eastern scholars' definitions of International Law.
Week
7

Module 2: International Law

3h

Unit 2: Enforcement of International Law

3 study hours
  • •Identify obstacles to the enforcement of International Law among states.
  • •Itemize issues that could mitigate those obstructions.
  • •Explain the necessity for peaceful coexistence.
Week
8

Module 2: International Law

3h

Unit 3: The World Court

3 study hours
  • •Review the structure of the World Court.
  • •Describe the activities of the World court.
  • •Analyze the need for strengthening its acceptability.
Week
9

Module 2: International Law

3h

Unit 4: Conflict between International and Municipal Law

3 study hours
  • •Differentiate between international and municipal law.
  • •Describe their judicial functions.
  • •Draw from case studies of nations that coordinated both to achieve peace and good governance.
Week
10

Module 2: International Law

3h

Unit 5: The United Nations Structure and International Law

3 study hours
  • •Merge the aims of the United Nations with the activities of some states within the organization.
  • •Explain that there will ever be those seeking for lacuna to enable them foster their national interest.
  • •Explain the reason why the U.N. cannot wholly succeed unless all the great powers are ready and willing to support its efforts.
Week
11

Module 3: Fundamental Human Rights

3h

Unit 1: Introduction and Origin of Rights

3 study hours
  • •Explain the origin of rights.
  • •Narrate the difference between natural and legal rights.
  • •Explain the desirability of rights as a citizen of a state.
Week
12

Module 3: Fundamental Human Rights

6h

Unit 2: Rights and Duties of Individuals

3 study hours
  • •Explain those rights claimed by individuals against a government.
  • •Describe women's rights movement.
  • •Describe the issues regarding the people's rights.

Unit 3: Institutions for Human Rights

3 study hours
  • •Determine those human rights indices for making life worthwhile for individuals.
  • •Recognize the efforts of the IGOS and NGOS in putting recalcitrant regimes in check.
  • •Relate any of the listed Human Right prerequisites to some case studies.
Week
13

Module 3: Fundamental Human Rights

6h

Unit 4: Politics Surrounding Promotion of Rights

3 study hours
  • •Identify the constraints involved in the promotion of human rights.
  • •Differentiate between economic and social rights in comparison to political rights.
  • •Describe the role of major powers in the promotion or otherwise of human rights.

Unit 5: Invocation of the Fundamental Human Rights Principles as a Panacea for Conflict Resolution

3 study hours
  • •Explain those issues generating conflicts within a political group.
  • •Explain the role of a genuine third party intervener in mid-wifing the emergence of a political structure on the ground of transformation.
  • •Derive the historical background of the inculcation of the principle of fundamental Human Rights in the Independence constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed outlines for each module, focusing on key concepts and definitions.

2

Use case studies from the course material to illustrate the application of international law and human rights principles.

3

Develop flowcharts to visualize the structure and functions of international organizations like the UN and ICC.

4

Practice essay questions on the relationship between governance, international law, and human rights.

5

Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments to identify areas needing further study.

6

Create flashcards for key terms and concepts, such as sovereignty, jurisdiction, and humanitarian intervention.

7

Focus on understanding the historical context and evolution of international law and human rights.

8

Prepare arguments for and against controversial topics, such as the role of the ICC and the limits of state sovereignty.

9

Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of different international legal instruments, such as the Geneva Conventions and the UN Charter.

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