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Specialization in International Law and Policy

The specialization provides a foundation in international legal frameworks, political institutions, and policy processes that shape economic and social systems. 

 

Through an interdisciplinary approach, students will gain deeper insights into the political and policy dynamics that influence influencing human rights and global governance. Students will explore the role of law and human rights institutions in shaping international relations and justice. Experiential learning opportunities, including policy-focused courses and placements, enable students to apply legal and political analysis to pressing international and global challenges, preparing them for careers in law, diplomacy, public policy, and international organizations.

 

Students who have fulfilled the requirements for a single- or joint-major Honours degree in Human Rights & Global Justice, Political Studies, or Global Development Studies may graduate with a Specialization in International Law and Policy if they have successfully completed the following 4.5 credits:

 

  • 0.5 HURI credit from HURI 1001H or 1002H

  • 0.5 HURI-GDST credit consisting of HURI-GDST 3121H

  • 1.0 POST credit consisting of POST 2232H and 3605H

  • 2.5 credits from:

  • GDST-HURI 4220Y, 0.5 credit from category A, 0.5 credit from category B, and 0.5 additional credit from category A or B

  • OR

  • POST 4850H, 0.5 credit from category A, 0.5 credit from category B, and 1.0 additional credit from category A or B

 

CATEGORY A

CATEGORY B

 

GDST-POST 3115H

GDST-POST 4260H

HURI-CRIM-GDST-SOCI 2005H

HURI-GDST 2251H

HURI 4001H

POST 2282H

POST 3092H

POST 3123H

POST 3422H

POST-GDST 4255H

 
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