Human Sexual Diversity

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues in human sexuality based on theory and research findings.
• Describe key sexuality concepts such as gender, sexual orientation, and function
• Critically evaluate research relating to broad topics of human sexuality

The aims of this modules are to:

• to provide an overview of the diversity of human sexuality
• to gain a better understanding of the biological, social, cultural, and psychological influences of sexuality and sexual behaviour
• to explore theory and research within the study of sex science
• to promote understanding and critical evaluation of how sexuality is studied, portrayed, and understood

Key topics will include:

• sexual function
• gender
• sexual orientation
• attraction, intimacy, and love
• sexual communication
• sexual behaviour and relationships

Teaching and learning methods include 11 x two-hour lectures and 1 x two-hour tutorial session with small and large group discussion. Students will be expected to read all core readings and some additional readings and, where relevant, to make use of internet resources for seeking further information.

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Referral

This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.