Higher Diploma Program in Human Rights and Criminal Justice

NAUSS NAUSS Academic Programs Programmes Higher Diploma Program in Human Rights and Criminal Justice

Language of the Program: Arabic

Study Duration: The program is offered over an academic year (two semesters).

Tuition fees: 50,000 Saudi Riyals

Higher Diploma Program in Human Rights and Criminal Justice

International agreements and treaties have placed significant importance on the principles and rights of human beings since the establishment of the United Nations and the issuance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. They express the desire of the United Nations and its member states to uphold the human rights stated in this declaration. However, the level of commitment among member states varies based on various cultural, religious, political, economic, and other criteria. Consequently, international courts dedicated to human rights issues have emerged, such as the International Court of Human Rights and the European Court of Human Rights. The scope of human rights topics has expanded to include fundamental human rights, environmental rights, the rights of vulnerable groups, human rights in criminal proceedings, and others. Recognizing the importance of addressing human rights issues and applications in Arab countries compared to international laws and practices, Naif Arab University for Security Sciences has recognized the need to establish an academic program dedicated to human rights. Therefore, the Higher Diploma Program in Human Rights and Criminal Justice aims to prepare specialists and experts in human rights, in response to the growing needs of security, justice, and human rights institutions.

1 Special Admission Requirements:

Holding a bachelor's degree with an overall grade of at least "good" in any of the following scientific disciplines: Law and its specializations, Sharia and its specializations, Political Sciences, Criminology and its specializations, Security Sciences and its specializations, Administrative Sciences and its specializations, or Social Services.
Successful completion of a personal interview.

Graduation Requirements

Successfully completing the required program hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 out of 5.00 within the specified timeframe necessary to fulfill the requirements for obtaining the academic degree.

Program Classification

Saudi Standard Classification of Occupations - Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

2 Program Objectives:

Enhancing the legal protection of human rights at both national and international levels.
Promoting the political, historical, and philosophical evolution of human rights concepts that underpin modern systems.
Equipping students with comprehensive knowledge and skills about the role of human rights institutions in safeguarding human rights.
Preparing specialized professionals in the field of human rights to foster the cultivation and expansion of a culture centered on human rights.

3 Expected Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrating commitment, seriousness, scientific integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and professional credibility in executing human rights duties.
Formulating legal opinions on human rights-related matters.
Applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address human rights issues.
Utilizing research findings and recent advancements to analyze and propose solutions to human rights challenges.
Identifying the role of national and international institutions in upholding human rights rules and principles.
Recognizing the role of national and international institutions in safeguarding human rights.
Constructing theoretical frameworks and applying practical elements in the field of human rights.

Understanding the functions of international entities tasked with protecting human rights.
Drawing theoretical frameworks and applying practical elements in the field of human rights.
Recognizing the role of national and international institutions in safeguarding human rights.
Acquiring familiarity with the principles, theories, applications, and professional, legal, and judicial practices pertinent to human rights.
Grasping the stages of human rights development, along with associated international shifts and contemporary trends.
Obtaining deep knowledge of human rights topics, their national, regional, and international sources.

4 Study Plan

#	Course	Credit Hours
1	Philosophy of Human Rights	3
2	Penology and Correctional Institutions	3
3	Human Rights in Comparative Legal Systems	3
4	Rights of Women and Children in Criminal Law	3
5	Human Rights in Islamic Sharia [Islamic Law]	3
Total		15

#	Course	Credit Hours
1	International Human Rights Law	3
2	International Criminal Law	3
3	Rights of the Accused in Criminal Proceedings	3
4	National and International Human Rights Organizations	3
Total		12

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