The Human Rights Program aims to equip students with essential skills in conflict resolution, research, and analysis. These competencies enable graduates to become active peacemakers within their communities and qualify them to work in governmental and social institutions, as well as the judiciary. The program also provides graduates with a broad range of career options, such as serving as human rights attorneys, diplomats, or founding members of humanitarian nonprofit organizations. Additionally, it prepares them for roles in relief and social services or in government departments dedicated to human rights.
This program is designed in alignment with the vision of the United Arab Emirates, founded on justice, equality, and respect for individual rights and freedoms. Rooted in the nation’s cultural heritage and a constitution that has upheld these principles for over fifty years, the program reflects the UAE’s commitment to the Centennial Goals of 2071. These goals strive for a more cohesive society, grounded in values of tolerance, solidarity, humility, respect, and national loyalty, while empowering youth and women, promoting happiness and positivity as a way of life, and channeling all human potential toward unity and cooperation. The program supports students’ academic and professional growth within a framework of ethical, legal, and professional awareness, equipping them to fulfill their roles in the human rights field at both individual and community levels
| Credit Hours | Course Type |
|---|---|
| 1. General Education Courses | 30 |
| (a) Compulsory General Education Courses | 30 |
| 2. College Courses | 36 |
| (a) Compulsory College Courses | 30 |
| 6 | (b) Elective College Courses |
| 3. Human Rights Program Courses | |
| (a) Compulsory Human Rights Courses | 60 |
| (b) Elective Human Rights Courses | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 126 |
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUM-1613 | Islamic Studies | 3 | None |
| COM-1153 | Composition Arabic | 3 | None |
| COM-1113 | Academic Writing 1 | 3 | None |
| LSS-1723 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | None |
| LSS-1733 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None |
| HUM-1463 | UAE Society | 3 | None |
| LSS-1463 | Ethics and Citizenship Rights | 3 | None |
| ICT-1313 | Introduction to Information Technology | 3 | None |
| LSS-1473 | Logic and Critical Thinking | 3 | None |
| LSS-2483 | Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainability | 3 | None |
Compulsory College Courses (30 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| FS-2000 | Human Rights | 3 | None |
| FS-2010 | Family Resource Management | 3 | None |
| FS-2020 | Child Development and Care | 3 | None |
| FS-2030 | Family Sociology | 3 | LSS-1733 |
| FS-2040 | Developmental Psychology | 3 | LSS-1723 |
| FS-2050 | Introduction to Family Jurisprudence | 3 | None |
| FS-2060 | Introduction to Food and Nutrition Sciences | 3 | None |
| FS-2070 | Family Healthcare | 3 | None |
| FS-2110 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 | None |
| FS-2120 | Social Research Methods | 3 | None |
Elective College Courses (6 Credit Hours):
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| FS-2080 | Introduction to Jurisprudence and Principles | 3 | None |
| FS-2100 | Introduction to the Quran and Sunnah | 3 | None |
| HM-2020 | Home Interior Design | 3 | None |
Human Rights Program Requirements (60 Credit Hours):
Core Human Rights Courses (54 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR3000 | Introduction to Law | 3 | None |
| HR3010 | Principles of International Law | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR3020 | International Humanitarian Law | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR3030 | Constitutional Law | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR3040 | General Penal Law | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR3050 | Human Trafficking Law | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR3060 | Child Rights | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR3070 | Women’s Rights in Legislation and International Treaties | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR3080 | Rights of the Accused | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR3090 | Consumer Rights | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR3100 | Personal Status Law (1) – Marriage Jurisprudence | 3 | None |
| HR4000 | Personal Status Law (2) – Divorce and Its Consequences | 3 | None |
| HR4010 | Personal Status Law (3) – Wills and Inheritance | 3 | None |
| HR4020 | Rights of People with Special Needs | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR4030 | Environmental Human Rights | 3 | HR 3000 |
| HR4040 | Labor Law and Social Legislation | 3 | HR3000 |
| HR4000 | Field Training | 3 | Completion of 75 Credit Hours |
| HR4010 | Graduation Project | 3 | Completion of 105 Credit Hours |
Elective Human Rights Courses (6 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR4050 | Charitable Associations and Nonprofit Institutions | 3 | None |
| HR4060 | Jurisprudence of Transactions | 3 | None |
| HR4070 | Criminology | 3 | None |
| HR4080 | Legal System for Family and Community Counseling | 3 | None |
| HR3150 | Family Reform and Guidance | 3 | None |
| # | Course Title | Type | Course Code | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Islamic Studies | General Education | HUM-1613 | 3 | None |
| 2 | Arabic Composition and Report Writing | General Education | COM-1153 | 3 | None |
| 3 | Academic Writing 1 | General Education | COM-1113 | 3 | None |
| 4 | Introduction to Psychology | General Education | LSS-1723 | 3 | None |
| 5 | Introduction to Sociology | General Education | LSS-1733 | 3 | None |
| # | Course Title | Type | Course Code | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UAE Society | General Education | HUM-1633 | 3 | None |
| 2 | Ethics and Citizenship Rights | General Education | LSS-1463 | 3 | None |
| 3 | Human Rights | College Core | FAM-2000 | 3 | None |
| 4 | Family Resource Management | College Core | FAM-2010 | 3 | None |
| 5 | Child Education | College Core | FAM-2020 | 3 | None |
| # | Course Title | Type | Course Code | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Information Technology | General Education | ICT-1313 | 3 | None |
| 2 | Logic and Critical Thinking | General Education | LSS-1473 | 3 | None |
| 3 | Family Sociology | College Core | FAM-2030 | 3 | LSS-1733 |
| 4 | Developmental Psychology | College Core | FAM-2040 | 3 | LSS-1723 |
| 5 | Introduction to Statistics | College Core | FAM-2110 | 3 | None |
| 6 | Family Sciences Elective (1) | College Elective | 3 | None |
| # | Course Title | Type | Course Code | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainability | General Education | LSS-2483 | 3 | None |
| 2 | Introduction to Family Jurisprudence | College Core | FAM-2050 | 3 | None |
| 3 | Introduction to Food and Nutrition | College Core | FAM-2060 | 3 | None |
| 4 | Family Health Care | College Core | FAM-2070 | 3 | None |
| 5 | Social Research Methods | College Core | FAM-2110 | 3 | None |
| 6 | Introduction to Law | Major Core | HR-3000 | 3 | None |
| # | Course Title | Type | Course Code | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Personal Status Law 1 – Marriage Jurisprudence | Major Core | HR-3100 | 3 | None |
| 2 | Women’s Rights in Legislation and International Treaties | Major Core | HR-3070 | 3 | HREQ-3000 |
| 3 | Child Rights | Major Core | HR-3060 | 3 | HREQ-3000 |
| 4 | Consumer Rights | Major Core | HR-3090 | 3 | HREQ-3000 |
| 5 | Family Sciences Elective (2) | College Elective | 3 | None |
| # | Course Title | Type | Course Code | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Principles of International Law | Major Core | HR-3010 | 3 | HREQ-3000 |
| 2 | International Humanitarian Law | Major Core | HR-3020 | 3 | HREQ-3000 |
| 3 | Constitutional Law | Major Core | HR-3030 | 3 | HR-3000 |
| 4 | Personal Status Law 2 – Divorce and Its Consequences | Major Core | HR-3100 | 3 | None |
| 5 | Human Rights Elective (1) | Major Elective | 3 | None | |
| 6 | Field Training | Major Core | GRAD-4000 | 3 | Completion of 75 Credit Hours |
| # | Course Title | Type | Course Code | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rights of the Accused | Major Core | HR-3080 | 3 | HR-3000 |
| 2 | General Penal Law | Major Core | HR-3040 | 3 | HR-3000 |
| 3 | Human Trafficking Law | Major Core | HR-3050 | 3 | HR-3000 |
| 4 | Human Rights Elective (2) | Major Elective | 3 | None |
| # | Course Title | Type | Course Code | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Environmental Human Rights | Major Core | HR-4030 | 3 | HR-3000 |
| 2 | Personal Status Law 3 – Wills and Inheritance | Major Core | HR-4010 | 3 | HR-3100 |
| 3 | Labor Law and Social Legislation | Major Core | HR-4040 | 3 | None |
| 4 | Rights of People with Special Needs | Major Core | HR-4020 | 3 | HR-3000 |
| 5 | Graduation Project | Major Core | GRAD-4010 | 3 | Completion of 105 Credit Hours |
FS-2000 Human Rights (3-0-3)
This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand human rights at both international and national levels. It explores the historical development and philosophical foundations of human rights, as well as the evolution of international human rights law within the framework of the United Nations. The course focuses on analytical methodologies and discussions on contemporary challenges in the field. By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to analyze legal texts related to human rights within local and international legislative contexts.
Prerequisites: None
FS-2010 Family Resource Management (3-0-3)
This course provides students with fundamental concepts of family resource management, including its types, characteristics, and applications within the family context. It covers the basics of financial management, its various sources, and its impact on the family. The course employs lectures, group discussions, interactive workshops, and practical exercises to enable students to prepare family budgets and manage economic affairs effectively. It emphasizes the application of administrative processes within the family as a social institution and aims to develop planning, organizational, and decision-making skills in accordance with gender roles.
Prerequisites: None
FS-2020 Child Development and Care (3-0-3)
This course equips students with theoretical knowledge and practical approaches essential for child care and upbringing. It covers the scientific and conceptual foundations of child development from social, psychological, educational, and Islamic perspectives. The course introduces key concepts for child care in early childhood settings, addressing physical, psychological, mental, and social dimensions. Students learn to apply information-gathering techniques and assess child development in various domains. Through interactive lectures, case studies, and practical workshops, students gain the ability to understand the principles of child upbringing and accurately evaluate growth across different developmental dimensions.
Prerequisites: None
FS-2030 Family Sociology (3-0-3)
This course examines the family as a fundamental social institution within society. It explores theoretical perspectives on the family, including various definitions, family structures, and their roles in socialization processes and adaptation to societal changes. Through discussions, research projects, and field visits to social institutions, the course addresses contemporary challenges faced by families in modern societies. By the end of the course, students are expected to professionally approach and address family-related issues in their personal and professional lives.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Sociology (LSS-1733)
FS-2040 Developmental Psychology (3-0-3)
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of developmental principles across the human lifespan, focusing on the characteristics, demands, and underlying causes of growth at various stages. It examines foundational theories explaining developmental processes from childhood to old age. The course employs interactive methodologies such as case studies, psychological analyses, discussions, and practical applications to foster a deep understanding of psychological and social changes throughout life. By the end of the course, students are expected to apply this understanding to enhance quality of life through informed behavior guidance.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology (LSS-1723)
FS-2110 Introduction to Statistics (3-0-3)
This course equips students with a strong foundation in statistical principles, focusing on descriptive, inferential, and analytical statistical concepts relevant to family studies and social research. The course combines theoretical instruction with practical application, utilizing statistical software packages to facilitate data entry and analysis. By the end of the course, students are expected to develop the ability to critically interpret statistical results and make informed, evidence-based decisions.
Prerequisites: None
FS-2050 Introduction to Family Jurisprudence (3-0-3)
This course introduces students to key concepts and terminologies in Islamic family jurisprudence derived from religious sources. It traces the historical development of Islamic jurisprudence over the ages and its progression through various stages. The course highlights the contributions of major juristic schools, particularly in the family domain, and examines the role of Islamic jurisprudence and legislative frameworks in regulating family relationships. Students engage in critical discussions, interactive lectures, and case studies to analyze family issues from an Islamic jurisprudential perspective. By the end of the course, students will be able to understand fundamental jurisprudential concepts, analyze the role of Islamic jurisprudence in organizing family relations, and critically evaluate family issues from an Islamic perspective.
Prerequisites: None
FS-2060 Introduction to Food and Nutrition (3-0-3)
This course introduces students to fundamental concepts in food science and nutrition, including the composition, functions, and key sources of nutrients, as well as their relationship with human health. The course emphasizes the principles of planning balanced and healthy meals, food preservation methods, and factors affecting food safety. Students will learn to apply standards for preparing healthy meals based on age and health requirements. Through interactive lectures, workshops, and practical exercises, students will gain the ability to design balanced and healthy meal plans, analyze factors affecting food safety, and implement standards that meet the nutritional needs of various groups.
Prerequisites: None
FS-2070 Family Healthcare (3-0-3)
This course aims to familiarize students with the principles and foundations of healthcare, focusing on safety standards and practices in promoting a healthy living environment. It covers the essentials of comprehensive care, quality, and safety in delivering healthcare services, and improving the overall quality of healthcare. The course utilizes diverse teaching strategies, educational activities, and practical applications, including field visits. By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to apply these principles effectively across different healthcare contexts.
Prerequisites: None
FS-2120 Social Research Methods (3-0-3)
This course equips students with essential tools and skills for conducting high-quality social research. It covers the process of selecting research topics, formulating research questions in accordance with scientific methodologies, and gathering data from diverse sources. Students will learn to analyze data using specialized statistical software. The course incorporates a variety of teaching methods, including the analysis of research papers and practical exercises. By the end of the course, students are expected to develop an understanding of social phenomena and contribute to solving social problems through the production of new knowledge.
Prerequisites: None
NGOs and Public Benefit Associations - HR 4050
This course highlights the role of nonprofit organizations and associations in society and explains the differences between these entities and other legal entities. It provides an in-depth understanding of how these associations contribute to political, social, and cultural empowerment within the UAE. Through analyzing legislative texts related to the operation of public benefit associations and exploring innovative strategies to enhance their role in sustainable development, students will gain the ability to identify operational mechanisms and analyze the legislative system governing these associations by the course's end.
Criminology - HR 4070
This course focuses on criminology and its intersection with legal and social sciences by examining the basis for punitive measures in legal frameworks. It covers theoretical and practical foundations of contemporary theories that explain the motivations behind criminal behavior. By analyzing relevant texts and theories within the scope of criminal investigation, students will be able to identify and contextualize theories explaining criminal and punitive behavior within criminal legislation by the end of the course.
Legal Framework of Family and Community Counseling - HR 4080
This course introduces students to legal rules, characteristics, and legislative hierarchies in the UAE, specifically focusing on family and family counseling. It covers treaties and agreements related to family and child welfare and provides knowledge on the counselor’s rights and legal responsibilities in professional practices. By exploring the role and authority of counseling committees within the legal framework and regulations governing counseling processes, students will develop the ability to analyze and interpret family-related legal systems and cases. The course emphasizes promoting counseling awareness within a sound legal framework, preparing students to frame and solve family issues from a legal perspective.
Family Counseling and Guidance - HR 3150
This course introduces students to the concept of family counseling and guidance, its foundations in Islamic texts and legal regulations, and the differences between rules of reform, arbitration, and mediation under UAE regulations. Through case studies and analysis of family counseling centers’ operational mechanisms, students will understand the legislative implications of family counseling and guidance. By the end of the course, students will be able to design a family counseling program to address specific family issues within existing legal frameworks.
Jurisprudence of Transactions - HR 4060
This course familiarizes students with Islamic jurisprudential rulings related to transactions, emphasizing the comprehensive application of these rulings across various aspects of life. It examines contract eligibility requirements and obligations for each party, explaining mutual commitments. Through analyzing contemporary transactions such as partnership contracts, lease-to-own arrangements, and banking transactions, students will gain a holistic understanding of jurisprudential principles in transactions. By course completion, students will be equipped to analyze modern financial transactions within the parameters of Islamic law.
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