Human Ecology
Humanökologie
6 CPWinterENno longer offered
Contents
The module consists of a combination of lecture and seminar sections. The lecture-based parts provide an introduction to: - different gender theories - different political approaches to "gender equality/ equity" The seminar sections serve to: - apply gender theories to selected "real life" cases - analyse the implications of gender in theses contexts The students are encouraged to form working groups for further in-depth discussion of single topics as a basis for presentations in class.
Learning outcomes
The module Gender Relations in Human Ecology is designed to shed light on one of the most powerful categories in society and culture – “Gender”. "Gender justice" or "gender equality/ equity" are often listed among the manifold objectives in the complex process of promoting "sustainable development". This module should enable the students to understand the genesis and diversity of concepts and theories explaining differences between women and men. Students should become familiar with these several theories and approaches and enlighten reasons for potential gender inequality and their impacts on categories of Human Ecology like the environment, society or culture, but also how these categories influence gender relations. The final outcome could be the ability to apply appropriate "gender sensitive" strategies and instruments for an equal distribution of chances and to point advantages or disadvantages for women and men out.
Assessment
Assessment will be based on: - Regular attendance/ participation - Individual or group-based oral presentation of a selected topic (list of possible topics provided by the lecturer) - Individual written essay (subsequent write up of the presentation) of approx. 10-15 pages
Literature (1)
- Detailed syllabus, extensive reading lists and a seminar reader will be provided during the introduction.
Remarks
Selectable mandatory (ERMB) / complementary (ERMM, WHS)
Source: BTU's module description · retrieved 14 Oct 2026Original