Gender Equality and the Nordic Welfare State, 7.5 Credits
This course gives an overview of the development of gender equality in the Swedish and Nordic welfare states, with an emphasis on the role of politics and policy. Women's political mobilisation and gender equality as an expanding policy field are analysed. The course problematises how gender relations in different arenas of society, both in public and private, have been and are challenged and changed. Four main domains are explored: polity, economy, family and violence.
ECTS Credits
7.5 Credits
Level of education
First cycle, the level of specialised study for general qualification cannot be classified (GXX)
School
School of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
When is the course offered?
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Prerequisites: General entry requirements for university studies.
Selection: Average grade/national university aptitude test/university points
Additional information: Teaching methods
The course can be made up of lectures, laboratory work, seminars, field studies, exercises, placement studies, web-based discussions and/or workshops.Assessment
The course can be assessed through written examination, take-home examination, compulsory course components, paper, essay and/or oral examination.Application code: X1804
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Prerequisites: General entry requirements for university studies.
Selection: Average grade/national university aptitude test/university points
Additional information: Teaching methods
The course can be made up of lectures, laboratory work, seminars, field studies, exercises, placement studies, web-based discussions and/or workshops.Assessment
The course can be assessed through written examination, take-home examination, compulsory course components, paper, essay and/or oral examination.Application code: X1901