Intercultural Approaches to Human Rights
Code:
IKF225Name:
Intercultural Approaches to Human RightsTeaching semester:
SpringLocations:
BergenYear:
2026 — 2027Teaching language:
EnglishStudy points:
10 Credits
Higher Education Entrance Qualification and in addition 60 ECTS in social science, humanities, journalism, social studies or teacher education.
60 ECTS in intercultural studies or similar is recommended.
Optional course in the Intercultural Studies bachelor program.
On completion of the course, the candidate should have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student:
- has knowledge about the historical and cultural context of United Nations´ Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on the universal validity of the declaration
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on key political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural and political contexts, and can update his/her knowledge on human rights violations and human rights work
- has acquaintance with research on characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- is aware of research on various forms of human rights work and how human rights violations can be sanctioned
Skills
The student:
- can discuss and disseminate knowledge about the UN Declaration of Human Rights and the question of the universal validity of the Declaration
- can find, assess, and refer to information and academic literature, and present this to shed light on issues related to political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts.
- can identify and discuss the characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- can analyse human rights situation in selected country cases
- can apply his/her knowledge of human rights work, human rights bodies and various forms of human rights violations to assess various forms of work strategies to promote human rights
General competence
The student:
- can apply knowledge and concepts adequately to discuss gaps between human rights ideals and real world challenges
- can critically discuss what human rights consist of, human rights institutions, and the concept of universality
- can analyse human rights violations in selected countries
- can apply knowledge about human rights and discuss strengths and weaknesses of human rights
- can ask questions and contribute to discussions with co-students and teachers
Lectures and seminars including group discussions and exercises.
Ap. 300 hours.
The following compulsory work-requirements must be approved for students to take the exam:
- 80% obligatory attendance in classes
- One group presentation
- Feed-back twice on other groups’ presentations
- Submit three academic logs (1000 - 2000 words each log)
Approved/not approved
School exam 6 hours
Grades are given on a scale from A to E for a pass grade and F for a fail grade.
None.
English or any Scandinavian languages.
No work placement.
10 ECTS against IKF 223 Menneskerettigheter.
10 ECTS against IKF215 Menneskerettigheter i interkulturelt perspektiv
A course evaluation will be carried out in line with NLA’s quality system.
Higher Education Entrance Qualification and in addition 60 ECTS in social science, humanities, journalism, social studies or teacher education.
60 ECTS in intercultural studies or similar is recommended.
Optional course in the Intercultural Studies bachelor program.
On completion of the course, the candidate should have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student:
- has knowledge about the historical and cultural context of United Nations´ Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on the universal validity of the declaration
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on key political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts, and can update his/her knowledge on human rights violations and human rights work
- has acquaintance with research on characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- is aware of research on various forms of human rights work and how human rights violations can be sanctioned
Skills
The student:
- can discuss and disseminate knowledge about the UN Declaration of Human Rights and the question of the universal validity of the Declaration
- can find, assess, and refer to information and academic literature, and present this to shed light on issues related to political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts.
- can identify and discuss the characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- can analyse human rights situation in selected country cases
- can apply his/her knowledge of human rights work, human rights bodies and various forms of human rights violations to assess various forms of work strategies to promote human rights
General competence
The student:
- can apply knowledge and concepts adequately to discuss gaps between human rights ideals and real world challenges
- can critically discuss what human rights consist of, and the concept of universality
- can analyse human rights violations in selected countries
- can apply knowledge about human rights and discuss strengths and weaknesses of human rights
- can ask questions and contribute to discussions with co-students and teachers
Lectures and seminars including group discussions and exercises.
Ap. 300 hours.
1) Compulsory attendance at classes (minimum 80% attendance)
2) Submission of three academic reflection logs
3) One oral group presentation
Approved/not approved
Home-exam ( 5 days and 3000 words +/- 10%) 70% of the final grade
Oral exam (30 minutes) 30% of the final grade
The home exam must have a passing grade before the oral exam. The student must pass the oral exam in order to receive a passing grade in the course.
Grades are given on a scale from A to E for a pass grade and F for a fail grade.
All.
English or any Scandinavian languages.
No work placement.
10 ECTS against IKF 223 Menneskerettigheter.
10 ECTS against IKF215 Menneskerettigheter i interkulturelt perspektiv
A course evaluation will be carried out in line with NLA’s quality system.
Follow this link for reading list and academic resources.
Higher Education Entrance Qualification and in addition 60 ECTS in social science, humanities, journalism, social studies or teacher education.
60 ECTS in intercultural studies or similar is recommended.
Optional course in the Intercultural Studies bachelor program.
On completion of the course, the candidate should have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student:
- has knowledge about the historical and cultural context of United Nations´ Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on the universal validity of the declaration
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on key political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts, and can update his/her knowledge on human rights violations and human rights work
- has acquaintance with research on characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- is aware of research on various forms of human rights work and how human rights violations can be sanctioned
Skills
The student:
- can discuss and disseminate knowledge about the UN Declaration of Human Rights and the question of the universal validity of the Declaration
- can find, assess, and refer to information and academic literature, and present this to shed light on issues related to political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts.
- can identify and discuss the characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- can analyse human rights situation in selected country cases
- can apply his/her knowledge of human rights work, human rights bodies and various forms of human rights violations to assess various forms of work strategies to promote human rights
General competence
The student:
- can apply knowledge and concepts adequately to discuss gaps between human rights ideals and real world challenges
- can critically discuss what human rights consist of, and the concept of universality
- can analyse human rights violations in selected countries
- can apply knowledge about human rights and discuss strengths and weaknesses of human rights
Lectures and seminars including group discussions and exercises.
Ap. 300 hours.
- Compulsory attendance at classes (minimum 80% attendance)
5 days individual home examination, ca 4000 words (+/- 15%).
Grades are given on a scale from A to E for a pass grade and F for a fail grade.
All.
English or any Scandinavian languages.
No work placement.
10 ECTS against IKF 223 Menneskerettigheter.
10 ECTS against IKF215 Menneskerettigheter i interkulturelt perspektiv
A course evaluation will be carried out in line with NLA’s quality system.
Follow this link for reading list and academic resources.
Higher Education Entrance Qualification and in addition 60 ECT in social science, humanities, journalism, social studies or teacher education.
60 ECT in intercultural studies or similar is recommended.
Optional course in the Intercultural Studies bachelor program.
On completion of the course, the candidate should have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student:
- has knowledge about the historical and cultural context of United Nations´ Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on the universal validity of the declaration
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on key political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts, and can update his/her knowledge on human rights violations and human rights work
- has acquaintance with research on characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- is aware of research on various forms of human rights work and how human rights violations can be sanctioned
Skills
The student:
- can discuss and disseminate knowledge about the cultural background of the UN Declaration of Human Rights and the question of the universal validity of the Declaration
- can find, assess, and refer to information and academic literature, and present this to shed light on issues related to political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts.
- can identify and discuss the characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- can apply his/her knowledge of human rights work, human rights bodies and various forms of human rights violations to assess various forms of work strategies to promote human rights
General competence
The student:
- has action competence and preparedness for action related to respect for human rights in Norway and internationally
Lectures and seminars including group discussions and exercises.
Ap. 300 hours.
No coursework requirement.
5 days individual home examination, ca 4000 words (+/- 15%).
Grades are given on a scale from A to E for a pass grade and F for a fail grade.
All.
English or any Scandinavian languages.
No work placement.
10 ECT against IKF 223 Menneskerettigheter.
10 ECT against IKF215 Menneskerettigheter i interkulturelt perspektiv
A course evaluation will be carried out in line with NLA’s quality system.
Follow this link for reading list and academic resources.
Higher Education Entrance Qualification and in addition 60 ECT in social science, humanities, journalism, social studies or teacher education.
60 ECT in intercultural studies or similar is recommended.
Optional course in the Intercultural Studies bachelor program.
On completion of the course, the candidate should have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student:
- has knowledge about the historical and cultural context of United Nations´ Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on the universal validity of the declaration
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on key political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts, and can update his/her knowledge on human rights violations and human rights work
- has acquaintance with research on characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- is aware of research on various forms of human rights work and how human rights violations can be sanctioned
Skills
The student:
- can discuss and disseminate knowledge about the cultural background of the UN Declaration of Human Rights and the question of the universal validity of the Declaration
- can find, assess, and refer to information and academic literature, and present this to shed light on issues related to political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts.
- can identify and discuss the characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- can apply his/her knowledge of human rights work, human rights bodies and various forms of human rights violations to assess various forms of work strategies to promote human rights
General competence
The student:
- has action competence and preparedness for action related to respect for human rights in Norway and internationally
Lectures and seminars including group discussions and exercises.
Ap. 300 hours.
No coursework requirement.
5 days individual home examination, ca 4000 words (+/- 15%).
Grades are given on a scale from A to E for a pass grade and F for a fail grade.
All.
English or any Scandinavian languages.
No work placement.
10 ECT against IKF 223 Menneskerettigheter.
10 ECT against IKF215 Menneskerettigheter i interkulturelt perspektiv
A course evaluation will be carried out in line with NLA’s quality system.
Follow this link for reading list and academic resources.
Higher Education Entrance Qualification and in addition 60 ECT in social science, humanities, journalism, social studies or teacher education.
60 ECT in intercultural studies or similar is recommended.
Optional course in the Intercultural Studies bachelor program.
On completion of the course, the candidate should have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student:
- has knowledge about the historical and cultural context of United Nations´ Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on the universal validity of the declaration
- has knowledge about the scientific discussion on key political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts, and can update his/her knowledge on human rights violations and human rights work
- has acquaintance with research on characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- is aware of research on various forms of human rights work and how human rights violations can be sanctioned
Skills
The student:
- can discuss and disseminate knowledge about the cultural background of the UN Declaration of Human Rights and the question of the universal validity of the Declaration
- can find, assess, and refer to information and academic literature, and present this to shed light on issues related to political and cultural challenges and human rights violations in different cultural contexts.
- can identify and discuss the characteristics of modern human trafficking and slavery
- can apply his/her knowledge of human rights work, human rights bodies and various forms of human rights violations to assess various forms of work strategies to promote human rights
General competence
The student:
- has action competence and preparedness for action related to respect for human rights in Norway and internationally
Lectures and seminars including group discussions and exercises.
Ap. 300 hours.
No coursework requirement.
5 days individual home examination, ca 4000 words (+/- 15%).
Grades are given on a scale from A to E for a pass grade and F for a fail grade.
All.
English or any Scandinavian languages.
No work placement.
10 ECT against IKF 223 Menneskerettigheter.
10 ECT against IKF215 Menneskerettigheter i interkulturelt perspektiv
A course evaluation will be carried out in line with NLA’s quality system.