Gender Studies

Please note that PD-ARTS Postgraduate Diploma in Arts will no longer be accepting new applications as of the 1st January 2015, the program from 2015 will be offered as GDA-ARTS Graduate Diploma in Arts (Advanced). Please refer to the correct handbook entry for program information for commencing students from 2015.

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Students who complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialisation should:

• demonstrate a sound understanding of recent developments in feminist theory and practices;
• understand the issues involved in debates about feminist knowledge;
• develop an understanding of contemporary feminist debates about gender politics, self and subjectivity and the relationship of these debates to other areas of social inquiry.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialisation requires:

• thesis 12,000 words (37.5 points)
• one compulsory subject (12.5 points)
• four elective subjects (50 points)

Total 100 points

Please note: the thesis must be taken over two consecutive semesters

Please note: students must consult the program coordinator to have their subject selection approved prior to enrolment. Applicants should note that they must satisfy any prerequisite as set, before being allowed to enrol in any subjects.

Thesis Subject

37.5 points

Please note: the thesis must be taken over two consecutive semesters

Compulsory Subject

12.5 points

Elective Subjects

50 points