Semester Courses with CIDH

Justice, Human Rights, and Development in Latin America
This program offers undergraduate students the possibility to acquire in-depth knowledge on the evolution of justice and human rights in Latin America. The program takes a multi-level approach by looking at the historical, political, and legal evolution of human rights thought and practice in Latin America, and the existing institutional protection framework.  Students are encouraged to engage in policy discussion aimed at seeking creative means to strengthen the human rights system and to ensure its ability to respond to the needs of Latin American societies. The methodology of the program is based on case studies and first-hand experiences of human rights scholars and practitioners.  The Inter-American Human Rights Commission, the Inter-American Human Rights Court, and the Inter-American Institute of Human Rights are all located in Costa Rica.
Academic Studies in:
• Human Development and Poverty in Central America
• Justice, Gender and the Challenges of Development
• Justice and Human Rights in Latin America
• The Politics of Democracy and Development in Latin America

For Applications and brochures:
www.cidh.ac.cr/

Sustainable Human Development in Latin America.
CIDH, in conjunction with Universidad Latina de Costa Rica gives students the opportunity to learn about human development and environmental issues in Central America within the framework of an interdisciplinary semester program, ideal for both liberal arts and natural science majors.  The program offers the opportunity to broaden knowledge and to experience first-hand the challenge for the sustainability of the region. This, along with CIDH’s academic excellence, as well as Costa Rica's commitment to sustainability creates a uniquely rewarding learning experience.
Academic Courses:

• Poverty and Human Development in Latin America
• Envrironmental Studies in Latin America
• Rural and Urban Dimension of Sustainable Development
• Ecotourism Conservation and Local Development
• Spanish Language

For Applications and brochures:
www.cidh.ac.cr/