Gender Studies

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Students who complete the Graduate Diploma in Arts (Advanced) 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.

Duration: 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time

The Graduate Diploma in Arts (Advanced) 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 folloiwng:

• the thesis must be taken over two consecutive semesters
• 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