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Certificate in Gender Studies

Certificate in Gender Studies

Course Overview:

This program offers an interdisciplinary exploration of gender, focusing on social, cultural, and political aspects. It addresses gender equality, identity, and rights, preparing students for roles in advocacy, education, and policy development.

Duration

  • Duration: 6 months to 1 year (depending on the institution and mode of study—full-time, part-time, or online).

Syllabus (Module-wise Breakdown)

The Certificate in Gender Studies program typically follows a module-based structure covering various aspects of gender, sexuality, and social justice. Here’s the syllabus breakdown:

Module 1: Introduction to Gender Studies

  • Concepts and Theories of Gender and Sexuality

  • Understanding Sex, Gender, and Sexuality: Key Distinctions

  • Feminism: History and Development

  • Gender Identity and Expression

  • Intersectionality: Gender, Race, Class, and Caste

Module 2: Gender and Society

  • Social Construction of Gender Roles

  • Gender Norms and Expectations in Different Cultures

  • Gender in Family, Work, and Education

  • Media and Gender Representation

  • Case Studies on Gender Socialization

Module 3: Gender and Politics

  • Gender and Human Rights

  • Women’s Rights and LGBTQ+ Rights Movements

  • Gender and Governance: Political Participation of Women

  • Legal Framework for Gender Equality in India

  • Case Studies on Gender Politics and Activism

Module 4: Gender and Sexuality

  • Theories of Sexuality

  • Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI)

  • LGBTQ+ History and Movements

  • Queer Theory and Queer Politics

  • Sexual Rights and Reproductive Health

Module 5: Gender and Development

  • Gender and Economic Development

  • Role of Women in Development Policy

  • Gendered Impacts of Globalization and Neoliberalism

  • Gender, Poverty, and Social Exclusion

  • Case Studies of Gender-Sensitive Development Programs

Module 6: Gender and Law

  • Overview of Gender-Related Laws in India

  • Laws on Marriage, Inheritance, and Divorce

  • Sexual Harassment Laws and Workplace Protections

  • Laws Protecting LGBTQ+ Rights in India

  • Case Studies on Legal Challenges and Reforms

Module 7: Gender Violence and Human Rights

  • Gender-Based Violence: Causes and Consequences

  • Domestic Violence, Rape, and Sexual Assault

  • Legal Framework and Support Systems for Survivors

  • Trafficking and Exploitation of Women and Children

  • Case Studies of Gender-Based Violence and Advocacy

Module 8: Research Methodologies in Gender Studies

  • Research Techniques in Gender Studies

  • Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches

  • Conducting Gender-Sensitive Research

  • Ethics in Gender Research

  • Writing and Presenting Research in Gender Studies

Module 9: Gender in Popular Culture

  • Representation of Gender in Film, Literature, and Art

  • Media and Gender Stereotypes

  • Role of Popular Culture in Gender Socialization

  • Case Studies of Gender and Representation in Media

Module 10: Final Project and Internship

  • Practical Work or Internship with NGOs, Advocacy Groups, or Gender Organizations

  • Research Project on a Gender Studies Topic

  • Presentation of Final Research and Findings

  • Assessment Based on Practical Work, Internship, and Project Reports

Average Fees

  • Average Fees: ₹15,000 to ₹40,000 (depending on the institution and course mode).

Exams to Attend

  • Certificate courses in Gender Studies typically assess students through written assignments, research projects, case studies, and internships. Final exams may involve project presentations and practical work in the field of gender advocacy or research.

Ten Most Ranked Institutions Combined in India

  1. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai

  2. Centre for Women’s Development Studies, New Delhi

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi

  4. Delhi University (Women’s Studies and Development Centre)

  5. Ambedkar University, Delhi (School of Human Studies)

  6. Jamia Millia Islamia (Centre for Gender Studies), New Delhi

  7. University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad

  8. Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi

  9. IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University), New Delhi

  10. Aligarh Muslim University (Women’s Studies Research Centre), Aligarh

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala

  1. Kerala University (Institute of Gender Studies), Thiruvananthapuram

  2. Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady

  3. Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi

  4. Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam (School of Gandhian Thought and Development Studies)

  5. Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Kochi

  6. Farook College, Kozhikode (Gender Studies Department)

  7. St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam (Gender and Women’s Studies)

  8. University of Calicut, Malappuram (Women’s Studies Department)

  9. Kerala Law Academy, Thiruvananthapuram

  10. Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram

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