Complex Inequalities
This course examines the cultural and structural dynamics of inequality. We take up core debates about the causes and consequences of inequality, addressing social change and resistance.
The course seeks to integrate an intersectional approach, including class, gender, ethnicity, age and migrant status in relation to social processes both within and beyond the state. We explore topics such as borders and belonging, migration and global inequality, capabilities and agency, and lived experiences and their spatial and temporal dimensions.
The course emphasises student learning through innovative teaching techniques such as co-teaching across disciplines and methodologies, participatory forums, and a student Course Portfolio based on a set of smaller, reflective assignments.
Teaching Format
Teaching is provided in the form of compulsory lectures, seminars and workshops where the interaction between theory and empiricism is the focus.
Assessment
The course is examined continuously through oral presentations, individual written presentations by a logbook, and active attendance.
Examiner
Questions about master's studies
For questions about the master’s programmes in Demography and Sociology or our master’s courses, such as admissions, registrations, study breaks and transfer of credits, you are welcome to contact the master's assistant directors.
Anna Borén, Anna Carin Haag
Study counsellor
For guidance on study techniques, academic planning, grade transfers, certificates, and more.
If you run into problems with your studies, you are welcome to contact the counsellor, who works under a duty of confidentiality.
You can also book a meeting with the counsellor if you need long-term study and career planning.
