161-241 French Feminisms

Note

Available as 161-341 at 3rd-year level.

Credit Points

Coordinator

Prerequisites

One first-year single-semester Philosophy subject. Students who lack this prerequisite, but believe themselves adequately prepared to attempt any second/third year subjects, should consult the Head of Department.

Semester

Contact

Subject Description

The subject critically examines a number of theorisations about women by French women thinkers. Theories explored include materialist, psychoanalytic and radical lesbian approaches, as well as critiques of the institution of philosophy itself. Students doing this subject will gain an understanding of the philosophical issues arising from the various theoretical perspectives on women's social situation and their psychosexual identity, and the connections between the two.

Assessment

One 2-hour end-of-semester examination and one essay of no more than 2000 words, and regular attendance and participation in tutorials.