| Unit name | Configurations of Gender and Sexuality |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CLAS32335 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Zajko |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
None |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Classics & Ancient History |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
Are contemporary notions of gender and sexuality the same as those in the ancient world? Is sex a universal signifier? Can the pornographic be said to have existed in ancient Greece and Rome? The aim of this unit is to explore different constructions and configurations of gender in a broad range of ancient texts, highlighting in particular the role of literature in constructing and questioning identity and sexuality. In addition to the set texts to be read in translation students will be required to engage with a variety of both ancient and contemporary perspectives on gender and sexuality.
On successful completion of this unit students should:
1. have developed an awareness of the key issues in studies of gender and sexuality in ancient Greece and Rome.
2. be familiar with a variety of contemporary theories of gender and sexuality and be able to evaluate specific passages of text with reference to these theories.
3. have had plenty of opportunity to develop their oral and written communication skills both by contributing to discussion in seminars, in presentations, and in written form.
This unit will involve a combination of independent investigative activities, long- and short-form lectures, and discussion. Students will be expected to engage with materials and participate on a weekly basis. Feedback will be provided for both formative and summative assessments, and this will be supported by meetings with tutors.
3,000 word essay (100%) [ILOs 1-3]
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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
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Assessment
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The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
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