Gender Perspective on Development Work
7.5 credits
How does gender influence global social and economic inequalities? And how can international development efforts address these challenges? This course offers an opportunity to dive into gender studies perspectives on development and gender equality policies.
We examine how gender equality is integrated into international development work and how perspectives on gender and equality have evolved over time. The course explores key issues such as political representation, economic opportunities, violence, and social norms – always through an intersectional lens to highlight how different power structures interact.
By the end of the course, you will:
• Understand the key theories and perspectives within gender and development
studies.
• Be able to analyze and apply concepts through real-world examples.
• Be equipped to critically assess the relationship between gender equality and
development policy goals.
This course is for anyone seeking to understand the complexity of global inequalities and development work – and who wants to contribute to a more just and inclusive world.
Växjö – the student city with a living campus
Just south of Växjö’s city centre you will find Linnaeus University’s campus. In Växjö, many students choose to live on campus.
Here you will have five minutes’ walking distance to friends, restaurants, lecture rooms, gym, grocery store, the University Library, nature trails, and student pubs. If you live in another part of Växjö, you can quickly get to the university by bus or bicycle.
With its 90 000 inhabitants, Växjö is one of the fastest growing cities in Sweden. Here you will find the famous Småland entrepreneurship spirit and a lot of companies, for instance within the IT industry – perfect for when you are looking for an internship position or a job. Växjö is also a picturesque city where you are always close to forests and water.
Build your own degree
Did you know that you can combine single-subject courses to build your own degree? In this way, you can design your own degree based on your interests and the career you are aiming for. This does not apply to all courses so make sure to check with a study counsellor at the faculty. Learn more about how you can build your own degree and become unique on the labour market.