Programme

The 'Islam & Gender' course aims to provide a critical analytical framework and background knowledge on building gender relations within Muslim societies. Hence, it focuses on investigating gender in classical Islamic sources and within Islamic law. Drawing on the complex relationship between society, law and bodies, the course will explore the everyday embodiment of Islamic masculinity and femininity. Finally, the political and media implications of the Islamic body within global Islam will be addressed.

Core Documentation

Duderija, Adis, Alina Isac Alak, and Kristin Hissong. Islam and gender: major issues and debates. London: Routledge, 2020.

Type of delivery of the course

Classes will be in person.

Attendance

Attendance is recommended.

Type of evaluation

The exams consist of an oral colloquium focusing on the course programme.