This Postgraduate certificate is the qualification you are looking for to promote Environmental Law as a key agent of prosperous and resilient societies”

Strengthening Environmental Governance requires instruments and platforms that broaden the opportunities for International Cooperation focused on the environmental needs and problems of the countries. In fact, Environmental Law is positioned as key in a collaboration for the transfer of technology and knowledge in this area. Along these lines, developed States can share their resources with developing countries to improve environmental management and reduce the impact of their polluting activities, which will favor the resilience of these communities. 

It is for this reason that TECH provides the Humanities professional with a unique degree in the market focused on Environmental Law from the perspective of Cooperation. Undoubtedly, this is a great opportunity that will enable the graduates to become key players in Environmental issues in development programs. To this end, they will cover all the implications of Sustainability and environmental and ecological sustainability within the framework of Cooperation projects and actions. 

Similarly, and based on a highly comprehensive approach, we will delve into the current state of environmental rights globally, as well as the importance of citizen oversight in different communities. Undoubtedly, a specialization designed to boost the student's professional career in which they will have everything they need on the electronic device they choose to access the Virtual Campus. You will also find the largest multimedia library of resources on Environmental Law and Cooperation on this digital platform.

TECH gives you the opportunity to specialize in a sector in constant expansion such as Cooperation and Environmental Law"

This Postgraduate certificate in Cooperation and Environmental Law contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts of Cooperation and Environmental Law 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice 
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• The availability of access to content from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection    

You will be a reference when it comes to involving the people and groups with whom the Cooperation actions are developed"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations. 

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.

In only 300 hours, benefiting from Relearning as a methodological substrate, you will be updated on the latest tools that will allow you to effectively promote environmental rights"

An essential program for integrating the notions of Sustainability and environmental and ecological sustainability in International Development Cooperation projects"

300 hours is the specialization time established by TECH for the student to successfully acquire the most advanced competences on Cooperation and Environmental Law. However, you do not have to adhere to predetermined online class hours at any time, as the university offers you an individualized educational pathway in which you can decide your own academic times. This will work in favor of your professional obligations, which you will not have to give up or adapt. 

A syllabus with a holistic approach to Human Rights and Environmental Law"

Module 1. Human Rights (HR) and International Humanitarian Law (IHL)

1.1. Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law 

1.1.1. Introduction 
1.1.2. Concept and Definition of Human Rights 
1.1.3. Universal Declaration of Human Rights 

1.1.3.1. What Is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights? 
1.1.3.2. Authors of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 
1.1.3.3. Preamble of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 
1.1.3.4. Articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 

1.1.4. Bibliography 

1.2. International Humanitarian Law (IHL) 

1.2.1. What Is International Humanitarian Law? (IHL) 
1.2.2. Branches of IHL 
1.2.3. Geneva Convention and Fundamental Norms Underpinning the Geneva Conventions 
1.2.4. Scope of International Human Rights Law 

1.2.4.1. General Prohibitions and Restrictions on Certain Methods and Means of Warfare 
1.2.4.2. Specific Prohibitions and Restrictions 

1.2.5. When Does IHL Apply? 
1.2.6. Who Does IHL Protect and How? 
1.2.7. Bibliography 

1.3. The UN and Human Rights 

1.3.1. The UN United Nations Organization 

1.3.1.1. What Is It? 
1.3.1.2. The History of the UN 
1.3.1.3. The UN and Human Rights 

1.3.2. How Does the UN Promote and Protect Human Rights? 

1.3.2.1. High Commissioner for Human Rights 
1.3.2.2. Human Rights Council 
1.3.2.3. UNDG-HRM 
1.3.2.4. Special Advisors on the Prevention of Genocide and the Responsibility to Protect 

1.3.3. Conclusions 
1.3.4. Bibliography 

1.4. UN Human Rights Protection Tools 

1.4.1. Introduction 
1.4.2. Legal Tools Assisting the UN in the Protection of Human Rights 

1.4.2.1. The International Bill of Human Rights 
1.4.2.2. Democracy 
1.4.2.3. Other UN Bodies in Charge of Protecting Human Rights 

1.4.3. Several Agencies Dealing with Different Issues 
1.4.4. General Secretary 
1.4.5. United Nations Peace Operations 
1.4.6. Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) 
1.4.7. Bibliography 

1.5. International Human Rights Law 

1.5.1. Introduction 
1.5.2. What Is International Human Rights Law? 

1.5.2.1. Characteristics of International Human Rights Law 

1.5.3. Main Differences between International Humanitarian Law and International Human Rights Law 
1.5.4. Crimes against Humanity 

1.5.4.1. Crimes against Humanity throughout History 

1.5.5. Bibliography 

1.6. Non-Governmental Organizations and Human Rights 

1.6.1. Introduction 

1.6.1.1. What Is a NGDO? 

1.6.2. NGOs and Human Rights 
1.6.3. Categories of Human Rights NGOs 
1.6.4. Main Characteristics of Human Rights NGOs 
1.6.5. Bibliography 

1.7. Human Rights Violations in the World 

1.7.1. Introduction 
1.7.2. Cases of Human Rights Violations (HRV) by Articles 

1.7.2.1. Article 3. Right to Live in Freedom 
1.7.2.2. Article 4. No Slavery 
1.7.2.3. Article 5. No Torture 
1.7.2.4. Article 13. Freedom of Movement 
1.7.2.5. Article 18. Freedom of Thought 
1.7.2.6. Article 12. Freedom of Speech 
1.7.2.7. Article 21. The Right to Democracy 

1.7.3. Bibliography 

1.8. Environmental Human Rights 

1.8.1. Environmental Protection as a Human Right 
1.8.2. Does the Environment Have Rights? 
1.8.3. Evolution of Human Rights in the Face of No Rights Cases 
1.8.4. Rights of Nature Evolution 

1.8.4.1. Statement of Intent Special Rapporteur 

1.8.5. Environmental Law 

1.8.5.1. UNEP United Nations Environment Programme 

1.8.6. Bibliography 

1.9. Human Rights NGOs 

1.9.1. Introduction 
1.9.2. List of Human Rights NGOs 

1.9.2.1. 1 Kilo of Aid 
1.9.2.2. B. Soleil d’Afrique 
1.9.2.3. Aasara 
1.9.2.4. Andean Action 
1.9.2.5. Global Solidarity Action 
1.9.2.6. Verapaz Action 
1.9.2.7. ADANE Amics per al Desenvolupament a l’África Negra (Friends for African Development) 

1.9.3. Bibliography 

Module 2. Environmental Law 

2.1. Environmental Law 

2.1.1. Introduction     
2.1.2. What Is It? 
2.1.3. What Is Environmental Law? 
2.1.4. Characteristics of Environmental Law 
2.1.5. Legal Nature 
2.1.6. Background 
2.1.7. History 
2.1.8. Objective of Environmental Law 

2.1.8.1. Sources 

2.1.9. Principles 
2.1.10. Purposes 

2.2. Environmental Rights 

2.2.1. What Do We Understand as Environment?
2.2.2. What Are Our Environmental Rights? 

2.2.2.1. What are they? 

2.2.3. Right to Enjoy a Healthy Environment 
2.2.4. Right of Access to Information 
2.2.5. Right to Participation in Environmental Management 
2.2.6. Right of Access to Environmental Justice 
2.2.7. General Principles of Environmental Law 
2.2.8. International Conferences and Agreements 

2.2.8.1. Stockholm 1972 
2.2.8.2. Rio de Janeiro 1992 

2.2.9. Rules Protecting Environmental Rights 
2.2.10. Conclusions 

2.3. Environmental Law Duties 

2.3.1. Introduction 
2.3.2. What Are Environmental Duties? 

2.3.2.1. Definition and concept 

2.3.3. What Are the Environmental Rights 
2.3.4. Duty to Conserve the Environment 
2.3.5. Duty to Comply with Environmental Regulations 
2.3.6. Duty of Citizen Watch 
2.3.7. Duty to Inform 
2.3.8. Duty for Environmental Damage 
2.3.9. Conclusions 

2.4. Citizen Participation in Environmental Protection 

2.4.1. Introduction 
2.4.2. Participatory Environmental Monitoring 

2.4.2.1. Introduction 
2.4.2.2. Monitoring Concept 
2.4.2.3. What Is Participatory Environmental Monitoring? 
2.4.2.4. What Is It For? 
2.4.2.5. Who Can Participate 
2.4.2.6. Participatory Environmental Monitoring Plan 
2.4.2.7. Area of Influence of a Project or Activity 
2.4.2.8. Stages of Participatory Environmental Monitoring 
2.4.2.9. Phases 

2.5. United Nations Environment Programme UNEP 

2.5.1. Introduction 
2.5.2. Definition and concept 
2.5.3. UNEP Goals 

2.5.3.1. General Objective 

2.5.4. History & evolution 

2.5.4.1. Where and When was UNEP Born? 

2.5.5. UNEP Mission 
2.5.6. Activities 
2.5.7. UNEP Location 

2.5.7.1. At National and International Level 

2.5.8. Fourth Montevideo Program of Development and Periodic Review of Environmental Law 

2.5.8.1. Concept, Goals and Purpose 

2.5.9. Conclusions 

2.6. Global Environment and Climate Change 

2.6.1. Introduction 
2.6.2. Global Environment 

2.6.2.1. Concept 

2.6.3. Climate Change

2.6.3.1. Concept 

2.6.4. Evolution of Climate Change Theory 
2.6.5. Global Environmental Change 

2.6.5.1. Past and Present 

2.6.6. Characteristics of Global Environmental Change 

2.6.6.1. Sea Level Changes 

2.6.7. Consequences of Global Environmental Change 
2.6.8. Dangers, Risks and Future Vulnerability 
2.6.9. Climate Change and Its Impact on Agriculture 
2.6.10. Survival Strategies and Dilemmas 

2.6.10.1. Migration 

2.7. Environmental Rights in the World 

2.7.1. Introduction 
2.7.2. Countries Fighting for Environmental Rights 
2.7.3. Ecuador 
2.7.4. Spain
2.7.5. Mexico 
2.7.6. Peru
2.7.7. Sustainable Development 

2.7.7.1. Concept 

2.7.8. History & evolution 
2.7.9. Sustainable Development Optics (SD) 
2.7.10. General Law on Sustainable Forestry Development 

2.7.10.1. Description 
2.7.10.2. Objective 

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