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Archived Version 2012 - 2013
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Description This module introduces students to debates about sexuality, sexual identities, gender identities, sexual orientation and its representations in society. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the field of sexuality studies. 2. Describe the social theories about sexuality and the capacity to relate to current debates about sexuality 3. Critique the effects of the family, religion, culture, ethnicity and gender influence our concepts and theoretical approaches to the study of sexuality in a changing Ireland. 4. Explore the various perspectives on sexual politics and the ways in which metaphors of power, truth and health are projected onto different social groups | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 studiesOverview of moduleSocio-historical developments in sexualityRoots of sexuality studiesSexual identitiesWho are we? Heterosexual, gay, lesbian, bisexual or any other.Sexuality communitiesDo we belong to these? Are they real in reality?Culture and sexualityExploration of the interaction between culture and sexuality.Gener and sexualityIs there a maleness and femaleness to sexualityThe politics of sexualityUsing HIV/AIDS as an example where the private meets the public and becomes political. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources None | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Programme or List of Programmes |
BHS | Bachelor of Science in Health & Society |
BPY | BSc (Honours) in Psychology |
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