Overview

In this unit students are introduced to key concepts, approaches and methodologies in the study of gender. Students examine the impact of gender in a range of global and real-world contexts, and consider how gender intersects with other categories such as class, ethnicity and sexuality. By engaging with a variety … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ONLINE
S1-FF-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor JaneMaree Maher

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Frankie Egan

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Identify and explain the foundational concepts, approaches and methodologies in the study of gender

2.

Recognise a wide range of lived experiences of gender, across the categories of class, ethnicity and sexuality

3.

Analyse cultural representations and social discourse using a gendered lens

4.

Read and engage critically with theoretical texts

5.

Reflect upon their own relationship with gender and the way in which gender affects everyone

6.

Communicate clearly in a range of formats, including written, oral and digital

Assessment summary

Within semester assessment: 100%

Workload requirements

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