UA Ruhr launches the "Diversity & Gender" certificate in the winter semester
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In a world that is becoming increasingly complex, it is important to stand up for respectful interaction and against all forms of contempt for humanity and anti-democracy. This is precisely where the Diversity and Gender certificate comes in and aims to enable students to take a critical look at discrimination and power and to reflect on their own social positioning.
From the basics to practice: 15 credit points in three modules
The certificate comprises 15 CP, which can be earned in three modules. The introductory module will be offered for the first time in the winter semester 2025/2026. It comprises two block courses and four online sessions. A total of 15 TU Dortmund University students can take part in the foundation module in this first run. No prior knowledge of the subject is required. What is expected is a willingness to critically examine social power relations and an interest in interdisciplinary work. Students from all disciplines are invited to take the module.
Registration is possible until October 10, 2025.
Registration
From the summer semester onwards, further creditable courses can be taken at TU Dortmund University, Ruhr University Bochum and the University of Duisburg-Essen for the advanced module, in which the skills and knowledge are to be deepened. A practical module deals with diversity and social inequality in specific fields of action.