How are gendered identities shaped by society? How are our identities formed by but also resistant to cultural norms of masculinity and femininity? How is gender related to sexual difference? How do gender relations intersect with race, class and sexuality? This course gives an accessible and lively introduction to Gender Studies. It introduces key concepts of gender, sexuality, and gender presentation, and the social aspects of gender.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- demonstrate an understanding of key ideas in gender studies through oral and written discussion;
- identify, evaluate and select relevant sources in gender and sexuality studies;
- analyse and apply theories of gender, sexuality and identity; and
- write cogently and critically about issues related to gender and sexuality.
Indicative Assessment
- Case Study 1800 Words (40) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Short Answer Questions 2000 words (50) [LO 2,3,4]
- Workshop Participation (10) [LO 1,2]
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Workload
130 hours of total student learning time made up from:
a) 30 hours of contact over 12 weeks: 1 x 2 hour workshop weeks 1-11 (22 hours) ; and 4 x 2 hour lecture weeks 1 - 4 (8 hours)
b) 100 hours of independent student research, reading, and writing.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Prescribed Texts
Prescribed weekly readings are made available via Wattle. They include articles by authors such as Ann Fausto-Sterling, R.W. Connell, Amia Srinivsasan and Sandy O'Sullivan
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 14
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
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