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Women & Gender Studies
Department of Women & Gender Studies
Advancing scholarship, advocacy, and capacity building on gender equality, women's empowerment, and social justice through research, teaching, and community engagement.
Programmes
B.Sc. • M.Sc. • Ph.D.
Focus Areas
Gender Policy • Development • Rights
Engagement
Community Projects • NGOs • Government
Careers
Policy • Advocacy • Research • Education
Academic Programmes
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Foundational courses on gender theory, women's history, gender and development, feminist research methods, and applied gender analysis in policy and programmes.
Advanced seminars in feminist theory, global gender policy, gender mainstreaming, and project evaluation; includes research thesis and field practicum.
Doctoral research with specialisation in gender policy, women's rights, or social change, contributing original knowledge to the field.
Research & Outreach
- Policy research on gender equality, governance, and social inclusion.
- Partnerships with government, NGOs, and international agencies.
- Community empowerment projects focusing on education, entrepreneurship, and rights awareness.
- Annual public lectures, seminars, and advocacy campaigns.
Curriculum Highlights
- Core Theory: Gender theory, feminist perspectives, intersectionality.
- Policy & Development: Gender mainstreaming, project design, monitoring & evaluation.
- Research Skills: Qualitative & quantitative gender analysis, feminist methodologies.
- Applied: Gender audits, advocacy skills, leadership development, and media engagement.
Community Projects & Initiatives
Women’s Entrepreneurship
Capacity building programmes supporting women-owned businesses and start-ups.
Gender Policy Advocacy
Engaging with policymakers to integrate gender perspectives into legislation and policy frameworks.
Rights Education
Workshops and campaigns on women's rights, gender-based violence prevention, and legal literacy.
Admission Requirements
- Five (5) O’Level credits including English Language and Government or Social Science subject.
- UTME/DE and IMSU screening requirements for undergraduate entry.
- For postgraduate: relevant B.Sc./M.Sc. with required CGPA; research proposal and referee reports.
FAQs
Yes, students engage in practical projects and community outreach as part of the curriculum.
Yes. Gender Studies is inclusive and welcomes all who are interested in gender equality and social change.
Yes, students are placed with NGOs, ministries, or international agencies for practical experience.
Contact & Office Hours
Department of Women & Gender Studies, Imo State University, Owerri.
Email: wgs@imsu.edu.ng
Phone: +234 (0) 000 0000
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM