Program Overview

Program Overview

The Short Learning Programme Afric4IR Technologies Advancing African Women: A Gender Studies Perspective is a continuous education program offered by the University of Johannesburg.

General Information

• Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
• Department: Department of Religion Studies
• Programme Level: Continuous Education Programmes
• Programme Name: SLP in Afric4IR Technologies Advancing African Women: A Gender Studies Perspective
• Programme Code: S7041O
• Medium of Facilitation: Online
• NQF Level: 5
• Senate Approval: S386/2024(3)
• Application Start Date: 22 July 2024
• Application End Date: 12 December 2025
• Campus: Online
• Duration of Study: 1 Semester (3 Months)

Purpose

This course is designed for young, unemployed matriculants, graduates, and individuals interested in business and activism from an African feminist perspective. It explores the multi-faceted benefits of African women's roles in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), providing skills for careers in diplomacy, negotiation, advocacy, research, events planning, and journalism. The course delves into social justice, equality, and human rights with a 4IR lens, covering topics such as:

• 4IR Technologies
• Role of African Women in the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR)
• Gender Divide and Inclusion in 4IR
• Policy and Advocacy for Gender-Inclusive 4IR
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation in 4IR

Admission Requirements

Interested students need to have a NQF level 4 or matric certificate or equivalent.

Selection Process

Selection will be made based on academic merit.

Programme Fees

The programme fees are available upon request for the course brochure.

UJ Faculties

The University of Johannesburg comprises several faculties, including:

• College of Business and Economics (CBE)
• Faculty of Art, Design And Architecture
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Humanities
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Science
• Johannesburg Business School

Each faculty offers a range of programmes tailored to meet the needs of students and the industry, focusing on areas such as professional development, research, and community engagement.