Universität Wien

030229 KU International Human Rights Law (2026W)

4.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 3 - Rechtswissenschaften
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle
Th 08.10. 16:00-17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2

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Details

max. 80 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

Exam on 28.01.2027, 16:30 - 18:00 Uhr online via Moodle

  • Thursday 22.10. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2
  • Thursday 29.10. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2
  • Thursday 05.11. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2
  • Thursday 12.11. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2
  • Thursday 26.11. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2
  • Thursday 03.12. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2
  • Thursday 17.12. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2
  • Thursday 07.01. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2
  • Thursday 14.01. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2
  • Thursday 21.01. 16:00 - 17:30 Hörsaal U22 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, KG2

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Since the course will be taught in English, and active course participation is expected, good knowledge of English is required.
This class introduces the students to the origin, development and current relevance of the international human rights regime. Its major focus is on the Council of Europe and the system of the United Nations. Using case studies and practical examples, it deals with the normative content of selected human rights provisions and treaties as well as with the (quasi-) judicial and political-diplomatic mechanisms for the monitoring and enforcement of human rights.

Assessment and permitted materials

1) final written exam
2) online tests
3) thorough preparation and active course participation

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Online tests as well as participation in the written exam are mandatory to pass the course. The exam will account for 50%, the online tests for 30% of the grade. Oral participation will count for the last 20%, especially helping students who have almost reached a better grade to improve their score.

Admission requirements:
Since the course will be taught in English, and active course participation is expected, good knowledge of English is required.
This course requires regular attendance and active participation.

Examination topics

The final written exam will consist of questions and short cases. The exam will only be on topics presented and discussed during the course and will take place on 21 January 2027 in person (90 minutes).

Reading list

Reading materials will be provided in the Moodle course.

Association in the course directory

Last modified: Th 10.09.2026 12:45