gsd2ges gender and sexuality
GENDER AND SEXUALITY: CONTEMPORARY DEBATES
GSD2GES
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject builds upon and extends concepts relating to gender and sexuality established at the first year level. Drawing on the perspectives of key thinkers, we explore interpretations of how we 'do' and 'make' gender relations and sexualities in specific cultural and historical contexts. The subject aims to develop not only students' understanding of theoretical debates, but to encourage them to apply research and policy analysis skills to popular culture and to social and political movements and institutions. Specific issues discussed vary and may include contemporary debates on: 'raunch' culture and media representations; sexuality online; masculinities and men's movements; cosmetic and body alteration; legal inequalities and violence; reproduction; sexual citizenship; and struggles over discrimination, harassment and wage equity in the workforce.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorCarolyn D'Cruz
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites 15 credit points of any first-year GSDS or Sociology subject and 15 credit points of any Humanities and Social Sciences subject, or subject coordinator's approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects SOC2GES, SOC3GES, GSD3GES
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Core subject at second year level for Gender, Sexuality and Diversity Studies minor in the Bachelor of Arts degree.
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Apply sociological concepts to understanding issues and debates regarding gender and sexuality
- Activities:
- Research Essay; Weekly on-line discussion blog
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Life-Long Learning(Life-Long Learning)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
02. Produce a sustained, complex written argument about gender and sexuality theories
- Activities:
- Research Essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
03. Review gender studies theories and concepts
- Activities:
- Online quiz; Weekly on-line discussion blog
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
04. Synthesise research and arguments about gender and sexuality
- Activities:
- Research Essay; Weekly on-line discussion blog
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2016, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn D'Cruz
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Usually time tabled on a Tuesday"
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Usually time tabled on a Tuesday; tutorials to follow lecture"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly on-line discussion blog via LMS totalling 1,500 words | 40 | 01, 03 | |
| one 2,500-word essay | 60 | 02, 04 |