Philosophy

Feminist Philosophy

Module code: V7085D
Level 5
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Essay

In this module we will look at feminist philosophy in a wide sense. Some of the topics we may consider include: the sex/gender distinction, reproductive issues and the family, sexual objectification, intersectionality, epistemic injustice, and feminist interpretations of the history of philosophy. Philosophers whose work we will discuss may include: Judith Butler, Luce Irigaray, Sally Haslanger, and Robin Dembroff. Students will have the opportunity to examine and develop their own positions on these issues.

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.