M.Phil Gender Studies

The field of interdisciplinary study which is focused on gender identity and gendered representation is known as gender studies.Feminist theory is an academic discipline which examines the nature of gender and the portrayal of gender. Gender studies branch out from women studies which include topics about women, feminism, gender and politics. Some of the many disciplines that often intersect with gender studies include literature, linguistics, human geography, history, political science, archaeology, and economics; sociology, psychology and anthropology; cinema, music, and media studies; human development, law, public health, and medicine.BufferData then shows how factors of race and ethnicity, location as well as social class, nationality, and disability additionally intersect with the concepts of gender and sexuality. Hughes employs gender in the sense that is employed in gender studies where gender stands for the social and cultural constructions of masculinity and femininity that subsume sexual dimorphism still, this is not universally true for all the gender scholars.

Core Courses

  • Issues and Perspectives in Gender Studies
  • Gender and Religion
  • Gender and Public Policy
  • Gender, Culture, and Society
  • Research Methodologies in Gender Studies
  • Gender and Work
  • Gender Theory and Feminist Thought

Eligibility Criteria

  • Sixteen year of education in Women’s Studies, Gender Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, English Literature, Media Studies, Development Studies.
  • The eligibility criteria for an MPhil in Gender Studies may vary by institution, but generally includes a minimum number of years of education in social science and humanities subjects.

Scope

The scope of Gender Studies is broad and multidisciplinary, addressing how gender influences and intersects with various social, political, and economic structures. This field combines critical perspectives from sociology, psychology, politics, history, and literature to examine issues related to gender identity, sexuality, equality, and social justice. Here are the primary areas of impact and career opportunities in Gender Studies.

  • Social Policy and Advocacy
  • Human Rights and International Organizations
  • Public Health and Social Services
  • Corporate Sector and Workplace Inclusion
  • Gender and Technology
  • Environmental and Sustainability Initiatives

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