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