Stockholm university
Gender Academy

Highlights in Gender Studies: Critical Perspectives on Men and Masculinity, 2,5 ECTS

This PhD course is a two-day advanced introduction to interdisciplinary critical research on men and masculinities. The course aims to equip PhD candidates with an understanding of central perspectives and approaches within masculinity research.

The course covers the historical development of masculinity research, including its relation to feminist research, classical debates about hegemonic masculinity, and contemporary social science discussions. These include intersectional perspectives, as well as the emergence of new concepts such as caring, inclusive and hybrid masculinities. Moreover, the course introduces traditions that have been more prominent in the humanities, from queer theoretical critiques of masculinity to recent discussions about affect.

The course also offers participants opportunities to reflect upon questions and dilemmas related to their own projects.

The course will take place on Campus Frescati, Stockholm University. All seminars will be on-campus only. Seminar participation is mandatory.

Course language

English

Course period

9 – 10 June 2025

Application

The course is open to PhD students at all faculties and universities (including universities affiliated to CIVIS). NB! Priority will be given to participants attending the conference Men and Masculinities in Transition on June 11-13.

Maximum number of participants: 20

Send an e-mail with your name, department, university (city and country), dissertation topic, including its relation to questions about men and masculinities (1 A4), and supervisor to phdadministration@erg.su.se no later than 1 May.

Course coordinator

Kalle Berggren, kalle.berggren@buv.su.se

Administrative coordinator

phdadministration@erg.su.se or malena.gustavson@gender.su.se

Teachers

Kalle Berggren, Course coordinator. Associate Professor, Department of Child and Youth Studies
Lucas Gottzén, Professor, Department of Child and Youth Studies
Todd Reeser, Professor of French, University of Pittsburgh

Course readings

See file below.

Schedule

TBA

Files

Syllabus Highlights of Gender Studies (247 Kb)

Course Readings - Critical Perspectives on Men and Masculinity (153 Kb)

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Last updated: April 2, 2025

Source: The Gender Academy

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