Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Synopsis This subject critically assesses the position of women in contemporary society through a critique of sociological explanations and an examination of the theories and practices of feminism. The topics include: a history of feminism, the feminisms, patriarchy, feminist theories of gender, class and the sexual division of labour. In particular, we will focus on the issues of equal pay, gender at work and women and new technology. We shall conclude with a brief discussion of what concerns Australian feminists today, for example the `equality versus difference' debate, the body and psychoanalysis.
Assessment One essay (4000 words): 50% + Two short essays (2500 words each): 25% each