Gender and Sexuality

The Gender and Sexuality module is aimed at those working with children and adolescents in a range of schools, children’s services and aligned organisations such as teachers, social workers and in special educational needs with a particular interest in practice that responds to the intersections between gender, sexuality, (in)equality and education.

The Gender and Sexuality online course aims to stimulate and equip students with the skills and knowledge to maintain a crucial dialogue around the state of gender and sexualities equality in the contemporary educational context.

The content will encourage students to deconstruct discursive practices within a very broad educational social arena encompassing children, adults, paid employees, volunteers, formal and informal spaces and compulsory and voluntary participation.

Heteronormativity will provide the main framework through which specific issues that relate to the educational identities and experiences of young people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) will be examined.

Students will learn to interact with the environment in order to positively support learners and their networks by drawing on best practice and evidence-based interventions.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – Enrolment on this course is currently suspended

Enrolment on this course is currently suspended Middlesex University and Real Training are currently reviewing this programme for re-validation. We are therefore no longer accepting enrolments. Delegates who have already joined the programme will continue to be fully supported by Middlesex University and Real Training to complete their studies.

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@realgroup.co.uk or on +44(0)1273 35 8080.

Learning outcomes: knowledge

On completion of the Gender and Sexuality module, the successful student will be able to:

• Select the cultures or communities most relevant to their own setting and identify historical and current trends in relation to population, external influences, current issues and relevant legislation.
• Identify and understand the beliefs, attitudes and values held by the cultures and/or communities linked to their setting, and demonstrate awareness of how these underpin their relationship to
• Demonstrate an awareness of the importance of self and group identity, the consequences of this, and the ways in which these identities can be promoted.
• Identify examples of excellent inclusive practice in relation to the above.

Learning outcomes: skills

On completion of the Gender and Sexuality distance learning module, the successful student will be able to:

• Formulate a working knowledge of local provision and community resources in order to promote inclusive practice in the student’s own setting. This may include supplementary schools, 3rd sector agencies and support.
• Analyse perceptions held by members of identified cultures or communities regarding the student’s own setting and education in general.
• Determine how particular elements of current practice can be developed and improved in light of learning undertaken in this module.

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – Enrolment on this course is currently suspended

Enrolment on this course is currently suspended Middlesex University and Real Training are currently reviewing this programme for re-validation. We are therefore no longer accepting enrolments. Delegates who have already joined the programme will continue to be fully supported by Middlesex University and Real Training to complete their studies.

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@realgroup.co.uk or on +44(0)1273 35 8080.

• An introduction to multiculturalism: history, legislation, controversies.
• The importance of identity, belonging, group theory, and the consequences of isolation.
• The history, attitudes, beliefs and values of an identified set of communities or cultures relevant to the student’s setting.
• Characteristics and goals of multicultural education.
• Initiative and interventions to support cultural and community cohesion.
• The role of external agencies in supporting education in the context of multiculturalism and diverse communities.

Module strands

Module strands are designed to support the learner through the subject area:

Strand 1

• Gaining knowledge 
• Historical context, current knowledge and research

Strand 2

• Understanding practice
• Legislation, guidance, best practice and current practice.

Strand 3

• Reflection and next steps
• Developing strategies for change.

Summative Assessment

Assessment is through three coursework assignments covering the learning outcomes and will consist of the following (numbers in brackets refer to learning outcomes assessed):

Critical analysis (2000 words)

This assignment requires the student to gather existing information, guidance, legislation, research and data, to critically appraise or analyse it and present their conclusions.

Practice analysis (2000 words)

Provision and Intervention: a critical review of how different cultural and community groups experience your setting and how local provision is used to enhance the learning experience. (4,5,6,7)

This assignment requires the student to gather information on their own or others’ practice, to review the basis of that practice and to critique it in the light of available theory.

Reflective analysis (2000 words)

Reflections on this module: a review of knowledge gained, perspectives changed and a plan for practice development. (1•7)

This assignment requires the delegate to reflect on their practice as they progress through the module, as well as on specific tasks or interventions they have observed or implemented. They will be expected to have made regular reflective notes as they progress, and to be able to critique these in the light of recent research on critical thinking and reflective practice.

• You will develop your professional knowledge and understanding through practice – it’s the best way to learn.
• Campus Online^TM will support you with content that complements your learning every step of the way.
• Study with some of the finest practitioners around and engage with outstanding content and practical activities that truly enhance your professional development.

Do you have an undergraduate degree?

You will need one to take this module.

Already working in an education setting?

You will get the most out of this module if you work in an education setting with children, young people or adults.

Or do you require access to an education setting?

You will need to get written permission from a senior member of staff to regularly access a setting. We will show you the best way to do this, enabling you to carry out our learning activities in your chosen setting.

Please note

As part of this process, you will also need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Visit GOV.UK for more information.

Are you based in an international setting?

The Gender and Sexuality course is available online and can therefore be completed anywhere in the world. Please click here for advice on payment options and other information relevant to those studying outside of the UK.

• Single payment of £1,300 + VAT.

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – Enrolment on this course is currently suspended

Enrolment on this course is currently suspended Middlesex University and Real Training are currently reviewing this programme for re-validation. We are therefore no longer accepting enrolments. Delegates who have already joined the programme will continue to be fully supported by Middlesex University and Real Training to complete their studies.

If you have any questions, please contact us at info@realgroup.co.uk or on +44(0)1273 35 8080.

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