The gender, work and society diploma course : its impact and way forward

Abstract

This article focuses on the Diploma in Gender, Work and Society. Using data from a tracer study conducted in early 2023, with the last four cohorts of graduates, it was revealed that the course largely attracted mature women who are in paid employment. When assessing the impact of the course on past students, the study revealed that it had a positive impact on their personal and professional development, with many citing benefits in both areas. Their increased awareness of gender issues also helped them in their parental roles and in their relationships with others. The course clearly served as a springboard and motivated many of the course graduates to continue studying. The past students made several suggestions on how to improve the course. On reflection, the course clearly needs to attract more men and younger women and needs to be restructured to reflect the push for online learning in a post Covid environment.