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Instruction offered by the Department of Philosophy in the Faculty of Arts.
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Women's Studies
201
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Talking Gender and Sexuality
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An interdisciplinary and intersectional examination of the social and cultural constructions of gender and sexuality. Uses a series of case studies involving historical events and current affairs to discuss how ideas about gender and sexual identity shape our social systems, cultural expression, and political values. The Canadian context is emphasized.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
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Women's Studies
303
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Topics in Feminism
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Explores key issues in feminist theory and activism, including relevant related issues in gender, sexuality, race and others.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Women's Studies
305
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Topics in Gender and Sexuality
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Explores key issues in gender and sexuality studies.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Women's Studies
311
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Theorizing Gender and Sexuality
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Explores contemporary approaches to theorizing gender and sexuality, with attention to their historical bases. Includes consideration of feminist, queer, trans, and intersectional theories.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
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Women's Studies
315
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Methods for Gender and Sexuality Research
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Explores the scholarly and political implications of engaging in research on gender and sexuality by examining key feminist, queer, trans, and intersectional methods.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
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Women's Studies
401
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Special Topics in Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
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An in-depth exploration of a specific area of research interest in feminist, gender or sexuality studies.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
3 units (0.5 full-course equivalent) in courses labelled Women’s Studies.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Women's Studies
405
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Praxis Seminar
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Reflection upon best practices and theoretical paradigms for feminist, gender, and sexuality activism. Activist/volunteer work, outside of class-time, will be required.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s):
3 units (0.5 full-course equivalent) in courses labelled Women’s Studies.
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Women's Studies
501
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Independent Research
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Supervised individual study of a special topic. Intended primarily for students in Women’s Studies programs.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Notes:
Students wishing to register in this class must first consult with the Department, and are responsible for proposing a topic and securing a supervisor.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Women's Studies
503
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Community Service Learning
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An opportunity for students to learn from volunteer service in community organizing and/or activism relating to feminist, gender, and sexuality studies. Students will present findings related to their community engagement placement to the class in scheduled sessions during the term.
Course Hours:
3 units; H(1.5S-2)
Prerequisite(s):
Women's Studies 201, 405 and consent of the Department.
Notes:
Students wishing to register in the class must first secure a volunteer position and have that position approved by the department. Volunteer commitment over the term must be between 20-25 hours.
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Women's Studies
590
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Honours Thesis
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Supervised individual research and preparation of an Honours thesis.
Course Hours:
6 units; F(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to the Honours program in Women’s Studies and consent of the Department.
Notes:
Students are responsible for securing a thesis supervisor prior to enrolling in the class.
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COURSES OF INSTRUCTION