The Minor in Sexuality Studies offers an integrated interdisciplinary approach to the study of sexual histories, identities, communities, and practices. This Interdisciplinary Minro examines a topic — sexuality — that many treat as natural and obvious, to consider how sexuality is, in fact, an important and complex category of social, political, and economic analysis. It will address the ways in which views on sexuality have been shaped in different social, historical, geographical, and national contexts, with particular attention to issues of social justice.
Students will explore questions such as:
- How have sexualities been defined and represented historically?
- What new sexualities and sexes/genders have emerged in different periods and locations?
- What is the relationship between sexuality and socio-economic and/or cultural practices?
- How has globalization had an impact on sexuality studies?
- What research approaches and critical methods are available for addressing sexuality in its multiple dimensions?
The Minor is open to students in all programs. For more information about any of Carleton’s programs, please visit our website or consult the Carleton University Undergraduate Calendar.