University of Calgary : Women's Studies WMST

Women's Studies WMST

WMST 201 303 305 311 315 401 405 501 503 590

For more information about these courses see the Department of Philosophy website: phil.ucalgary.ca/.

Junior Course

Women's Studies 201

Talking Gender and Sexuality

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; (3-0)

Senior Courses

Women's Studies 303

Topics in Feminism

Explores key issues in feminist theory and activism, including relevant related issues in gender, sexuality, race and others.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Women's Studies 305

Topics in Gender and Sexuality

Explores key issues in gender and sexuality studies.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Women's Studies 311

Theorizing Gender and Sexuality

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; (3-0)

Women's Studies 315

Methods for Gender and Sexuality Research

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; (3-0)

Women's Studies 401

Special Topics in Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

An in-depth exploration of a specific area of research interest in feminist, gender or sexuality studies.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): 3 units in courses labelled Women’s Studies.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Women's Studies 405

Praxis Seminar

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; (3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): 3 units in courses labelled Women’s Studies.

Women's Studies 501

Independent Research

Supervised individual study of a special topic. Intended primarily for students in Women’s Studies programs.
Course Hours: 3 units; (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

Women's Studies 503

Community Service Learning

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; (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.

Women's Studies 590

Honours Thesis

Supervised individual research and preparation of an Honours thesis.
Course Hours: 6 units; (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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