Feminist Philosophy (V7085E)

15 credits, Level 5

Autumn teaching

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.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We鈥檙e planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We鈥檒l make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.