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Gender in Hispanic Cultures (SPAN30001)

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Issues related to gender and sexuality are key to understand social and cultural practices in Spain and Spanish-speaking countries in the Americas. In this subject such issues are explored in relation to their representation in cultural texts – including fiction literature, film and TV. Major themes to be explored include gender violence, gay marriage legislation, gender reassignment legislation, post-colonial feminisms, new masculinities, and sexism in language.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Understand the significance of gender relations in contemporary Spanish-language societies
  • Understand indigenous, local and regional notions of gender and sexuality in Latin America and Spain
  • Critically analyse contemporary representations of gender and sexuality in literature, film and TV
  • Recognise and identify instances of sexism in the Spanish language
  • Continue to expand Spanish-language reading and writing skills.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Develop an understanding of social, political, historical and cultural contexts and international awareness / openness to the world: through the contextualisation of judgments and knowledge, developing a critical self-awareness, being open to new ideas and new aspects of Spanish culture, and by formulating arguments
  • Communicate intelligibly and economically: through essay and assignment writing, tutorial discussions and class presentations
  • Develop public speaking and confidence in self-expression: through tutorial participation and class presentations.

Last updated: 4 December 2025