Philosophy of Gender | Makerere University Courses

The course examines the views about the role of men and women in society as they have developed through history and as they stand today, especially in the African context. It highlights the issues associated with these roles and the ensuing questions related to gender. The course assesses the thoughtful contribution of men and women to gender issues, considering the questions involved like the meaning of being equal and of being different, of being disadvantaged and needing, perhaps, preferential treatment to compensate for such disadvantages.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, students shall be expected:

To appreciate the role of philosophy in understanding gender problems
To have gained the most basic knowledge of the major gender categories and theories in the field of philosophy of gender
To have developed good skills in analyzing gender problems in society

Philosophy of Gender Philosophy of Gender

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