Gender Politics and the State (SY0106)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : SPS-P-PGPS

This course provides an introduction to feminist theories of the state and makes links between different theoretical positions, political action and public policy. The relationship between feminist social movements and the state in contemporary advanced industrial nations is examined through case study and cross-national comparison. Attention is also given to the role of feminist actors within state bureaucracies.

Entry Requirements

none

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Postgraduate (School of Social and Political Studies), (School of Social and Political Studies, Schedule J)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : Postgraduate

? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
o Understand the basic concepts of feminist theories of the state and distinguish between liberal, radical , socialist and post-structuralist characterisations of the state
o Understand how different states structure and shape women's experiences of citizenship
o Understand the constraints and opportunities presented by broader processes of state restructuring
o Assess the costs and benefits of differing feminist strategies in comparative context
o Develop some comparative research skills that help facilitate independent learning
o Be able to communicate to others in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing
o Co operate with others in shared learning in seminars through small group work and listening.