Overview
In this unit you will explore how gender is theorised, embodied, and lived in social life. You will be introduced to a range of exciting contemporary feminist theories and contextualise these within histories of feminist and queer thought and political action. You will critically analyse fundamental feminist theories of gender, … For more content click the Read More button below.
Offerings
S1-01-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Dr Claire Tanner
Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Claire Tanner
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.
Identify and explain key concepts in gender theory and contemporary feminist theories;
2.
Explain how patterns of gender operate in social structures and critically analyse the social and political effects that emerge;
3.
Critically read and analyse theoretical texts and apply this knowledge to everyday social contexts;
4.
Use evidence to develop and sustain theoretical arguments related to gender and sociological theory;
5.
Communicate theoretical concepts clearly and effectively.
Teaching approach
Active learning
Assessment summary
Within semester assessment: 100%
Assessment
1 - Quiz/Quizzes
2 - Analytical exercise
3 - Exercise/s
4 - Essay
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Lectures
Workshops
Workload requirements
Workload
Availability in areas of study
Sociology
Gender studies
Gender studies