Module LAW3108C for 2021/2
Undergraduate Module Descriptor
LAW3108C: Business and Human Rights Law
This module descriptor refers to the 2021/2 academic year.
Overview
NQF Level | 6 | ||
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Credits | 15 | ECTS Value | 7.5 |
Term(s) and duration | This module ran during term 1 (12 weeks) | ||
Academic staff | Dr Ben Hudson (Convenor) | ||
Pre-requisites | None | ||
Co-requisites | None | ||
Available via distance learning | No |
Business and Human Rights Law provides a captivating introduction to this fast-moving topic of global importance. Business is everywhere and it impacts us all, whoever we are and wherever we may live. This module examines the obligations of business to uphold human rights and traces the development of a nascent international legal framework tailored to this aim.
You should take this module if you are interested in enhancing your knowledge and understanding of the human rights implications of business; responsible business practices; and the protection of human rights at the international, regional and domestic levels.
No prior knowledge of business or international human rights law is required.
Module created | 06/01/2021 | Last revised | 06/01/2021 |
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