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Course Description
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Course Name
Gender in South African Politics and Culture
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Host University
University of the Western Cape
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Sociology, Women's and Gender Studies
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Host University Units
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits1
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units2
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Main Outcomes
On completion of this module students should be able to:
• Apply appropriate concepts and tools for analyzing gender identities, practices and struggles in contemporary South Africa
• Conduct an interdisciplinary analysis of gendered dynamics in contemporary and historical contexts of South African politics
• Explore key debates in the field of gender in South African politics and culture
• Critically discuss ways in which to create a more gender just society through our understanding of culture and politics in contemporary South Africa.
Main Content• Case studies of contemporary and past gender struggles and identities in South Africa.
• Key concepts and theories for exploring gender in South Africa within gender studies and across other disciplines, for example, history, anthropology, sociology, psychology, and literary studies.
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.