DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RIGHTS STUDIES

                      The Diploma in Human Rights Studies course is designed to develop knowledge, understanding, and competence of working in the field of Human Rights by providing necessary theoretical and practical knowledge to the participants of the program. Ultimate purpose of this program is to expand the knowledge and competencies of the students to practically extend accumulated knowledge professionally, academically and also in the general society.

Course Content

• Human Rights: History and Philosophical Foundation
• International Framework of Human Rights
• Fundamental Rights and Constitutional Law in Sri Lanka
• Cultural Diversity and Human Rights
• Gender and Human Rights
• Religious Concepts of Human Rights
• Minority Rights
• Modern Trends and Challenges on Human Rights
• Professional Ethics and Human Rights
• Soft Skills & Counseling Skills
• Individual Project / Viva