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Bruce E. Kochis
BPOLST 581
Bothell Campus

Issues in Human Rights Policy

Explores the theories and practices of implementing the international human rights regime as government policy. Students engage in issues of normativity in policy formation and the pathways by which certain norms become domestic and global standards.

Class description

This course will focus on the underlying philosophical, moral, and ethical arguments for and against development in an era of globalization and neo-colonialism. Particular attention will be paid to non-economic issues of development, including, but not limited to, human rights, gender inequality, health, democracy, education, and social welfare.

Student learning goals

General method of instruction

There will be a heavy emphasis on seminar and discussion.

Recommended preparation

A B.A. degree in any related field.

Class assignments and grading

Short writing on reading assignments and a research project.

Participation, quality of writing, and the research project.


The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.
Last Update by Bruce E. Kochis
Date: 01/20/2005