Faculty of Arts

Women's Studies Courses

WS100 Introduction to Women's Studies 0.5

An introduction to the interdisciplinary field of Women's Studies that addresses the history of feminist thought, the main strands of feminist theory, the activism of second wave feminists and topics of contemporary concern. Topics may include: representations of gender in the media, sexual politics, reproductive technology, health, globalization and women's movements.

Exclusion: WS200.

WS201 Women and Identity 0.5

An analysis of factors contributing to the construction of women's sense of self, from various feminist perspectives, including, e.g., those of psychology, sociology and cultural studies. Topics may include: women and therapy, sexuality, relationships, violence, the media, mothering, empowerment, and physical and mental health.

Prerequisite: One of PS100*, SY100*, WS100 and registration status: senior student (or permission of the Co-ordinating Committee).

WS202 Women in Canada 0.5

A study of the interconnections of gender, race, region and class and the nuanced interaction of these and other factors at work in women's lives in Canadian and Québécois society. Topics may include: multiculturalism, aboriginal history, immigration, maternity, sexuality, religion and representation.

Prerequisite: One of WS100, SY100*, HI110*, or permission of the instructor or co-ordinator.

WS300 Seminar in Women's Studies 0.5

An examination of readings in Women's Studies from an interdisciplinary perspective. Special emphasis will be given to the principal concerns of feminism in Canada.

Prerequisite: WS100 and WS201 or WS202 (or permission of the co-ordinator).

WS301 Special Topics in Women's Studies 0.5

An exploration of a specific area of concern in women's studies.

Prerequisite: WS100 (or permission of the Co-ordinating Committee).

Irregular course

WS390 Directed Studies 0.5

Special study under faculty supervision.

Prerequisite: Permission of the Co-ordinating Committee.

Irregular course

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Official electronic version updated on February 4, 2002