Philosophy

Feminist Philosophy

Module code: V7085
Level 5
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Essay

In this module, you'll look at:

• the sex/gender distinction
• reproductive issues and the family
• sexual objectification
• intersectionality
• epistemic injustice
• feminist interpretations of the history of philosophy.

You'll examine and develop your own positions on these issues.

Philosophers whose work you'll discuss include:

• Judith Butler
• Luce Irigaray
• Sally Haslanger
• Robin Dembroff. 

Module learning outcomes

• Display familiarity with basic feminist theory.
• Display knowledge of various clasic feminist philosophical texts.
• Be able to distinguish between various conceptions of equality.
• Critically engage with various ethical and political debates of particular relevance to women.