Spring BN201
Mary Purcell
This course aims to introduce the participants to an understanding of human rights. It will look at the history of human rights from the time of the Greek and Roman Civilisation to the 20th Century United Nations Declaration and Covenants on human rights. It will examine critiques of human rights analysis from Burke to Marx. Case studies of human rights violations in Ireland and overseas will be considered.
Belfield  | Monday | 7.30pm - 9.30pm |
| 9 weeks | Spring | 25 Jan – 22 Mar |
| Fee: €160 | Print booking form or ring (01) 716-7123 for Laser/credit card payment | |
Tutor Details
Purcell, Mary holds an MA in political philosophy from UCD. She has over 25 years experience in overseas development with both governmental and non-governmental organisations. She currently works as a Consultant with Development and Human Rights organisations such as Amnesty International.
