Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module introduces students to debates about sexuality, sexual identities, gender identities, sexual orientation and sexual health in society. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the field of sexuality studies within a sociological perspective 2. Describe the social theories about sexuality and how they relate to current debates about sexuality and sexual health 3. Discuss of how religion, family, culture, ethnicity and gender influence our concepts and theoretical approaches to the study of sexuality in a changing Ireland. 4. Explain the theories and principles of sexual health & sexual health promotion | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Introduction to sexuality studies & sexual healthOverview of moduleSocio-historical developments in sexuality and sexual healthThe development of sexuality studies. Sexuality attitudes/ knowledge and practices. Theoretical influences. Definition of sexuality. Defining sexual health.Sexual identities & communitiesWhat are sexual identities? Heterosexual, gay, lesbian, bisexual or any other. Impact of Heteronormativity. How does sexual identity affect individuals. Sexual expression. Sexual communities.Culture,gender and sexualityExploration of the interaction between culture and sexuality. Gender expectations within different societies/cultures.The sociology of gender. Is there a maleness and femaleness to sexuality Transgender issues Gender RecognitionThe politics of sexualityUsing HIV/AIDS as an example where the private meets the public and becomes political. Contemporary issues of concern in relation to sexualitySexual healthImportance of sexual health and how it relates to concept of health. Sexually Transmitted Infections. Sexual health promotion. Sexual Consent. Sexual health across the lifespan | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Date of Last Revision | 24-JAN-12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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