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This module is designed to give students an understanding of the key principles of a feminist economics approach to the study of economics and social justice. In doing so, this module will give students the chance to explore the role of women in the economy with a particular emphasis on analysing and understanding the nature of women's work, both paid and unpaid, in a globalised economy. Within this framework, the primary focus will be on analysing the situation of women in the labour market, the nature and impact of gender divisions within the household economy and supranational policy approaches to advancing gender equality including gender mainstreaming and 'smart economics'.
The module also aims to build competency in applying relevant economic tools and concepts to the study of gender inequalities. The emphasis throughout the course will be to encourage students to familiarise themselves with the language and methods associated with a 'mainstream economics approach' and to critically assess the relevance of such an approach in informing the development and evaluation of policy.

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