APG5045 - Gender and development

Overview

The unit will introduce you to the main debates, concepts and practices in the field of gender and international development. You will explore broader debates and conceptual frameworks related to the study of gender, gender equity, and gender justice, including how gender operates with other relations of power, such as race, ethnicity, class, and disabilities, that inform current development practice. Using available datasets and indicators, we will examine historical and contemporary trends in gender inequality and analyse why and how gender inequality and injustice are pervasive, albeit variegated, worldwide. We will identify approaches to reduce gender inequality and promote social inclusion in development practice. You will gain an overview of gender analysis methods, tools and frameworks that can be applied across a range of sectors. You will be given the opportunity to apply these skills to real case studies drawn from contemporary non-government organisations, government and social movements grappling with complex geopolitical and environmental realities. The unit will conclude by examining the drivers and actors involved in transformative change. You will have the opportunity to develop reflexive skills that are essential for navigating the complex terrain of working in international development.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Samanthi Gunawardana

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Samanthi Gunawardana

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

identify and explain theories and concepts on gender and gender relations as they pertain to development practice;

identify, assess, and apply gender analysis methods, tools and frameworks commonly used in development practice;

Analyse how individual and collective agency is exercised to advocate for and organise for change in various ways;

Develop an understanding of strategies to work with policymakers when pursuing policy or legislative change pertaining to gender equality;

Develop and apply reflexive thinking that can be applied to a wide variety of professional environments.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Problem-based learning

Case-based teaching

Research activities

Simulation or virtual practice

Assessment summary

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment

1 - Reflection

2 - Quizzes

3 - Research project

4 - Multimedia

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Lectures

Tutorials

Workload requirements

Workload

Availability in areas of study

International development practice
International relations