Introduction to Feminist Theory, 7,5 credits
This course offers doctoral students from disciplines where gender perspectives are not commonly applied an opportunity to engage with feminist theory and its wide-ranging importance.
Course description
Through in-depth exploration of feminist epistemology, decolonial theory, intersectionality, and queer theory, the course traces the historical development and contemporary strands of feminist intellectual traditions. We also examine how feminist knowledge is shaped by historical and geographical contexts, as well as activism, encouraging a critical understanding of knowledge production. Throughout the course, students are invited to reflect on and apply feminist approaches within their own fields of research.
Join us for a course that challenges assumptions, broadens perspectives, and equips you with powerful tools for critical scholarship.
Course period
March/April 2026
Application
Send an e-mail with your name, department, university, dissertation topic (with a description of your interest in pursuing the course max 250 words) and supervisor to phdadministration@erg.su.seno later than 10 February 2026.
Course schedule
Venue: Ninox, Gula villan
Monday 9/3, 1-3 p.m.
”Course introduction” (Fanny Ambjörnsson)
Monday 16/3, 1-4 p.m.
”Feminst epistemologies” (Lisa Käll)
Monday 23/3, 1-4 p.m.
”Queer theory” (Fanny Ambjörnsson)
Monday 30/3, 1-4 p.m.
”Feminist decolonial and intersectional theory” (Malena Gustavson)
Wednesday 8/4, 1-4 p.m.
”Mini-conference” (Fanny Ambjörnsson)
Course director
Fanny Ambjörnsson
Venue
Ninox, Gula villan, Campus Frescati
Files
Last updated: 2026-05-21
Source: The Gender Academy