James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2004

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WC5002:06

Methodology in Women's Studies

Townsville

HECS Band 1

13 hours lectures/seminars or the equivalent in mixed mode delivery. Limited Attendance Semester 1.

An interdisciplinary survey of research methodologies in women's studies. Students examine theoretical issues in feminist methodologies and study examples of women's studies research in history, art/literary criticism, education, the health and social sciences.

Learning Objectives:

to develop and demonstrate understanding of current research methodologies in women's studies;

to apply a methodological framework to analysis of a relevant issue in women's studies.

Assessment by research paper (3000 words) (60%); critical thinking logbook (40%).