This subject critically addresses the modern paradigms concerning women and gender roles in contemporary society. Posing arguments from within an Islamic framework, it develops a fresh view of women, gender relationships in Islam and Muslim families. Considering the status and role of women in Islamic scripture, Prophetic tradition and Islamic law, this subject examines the women saints, scholars and rulers in the history of Muslim societies. The subject considers the modern historical backdrop (colonial and postcolonial) and socio-political conditions in the critical analysis of the current status of Muslim women and the rise of Islamic feminism in Muslim societies. Muslim womens conditions and development of their social and family status in the West is also examined with a specific focus on the Muslim womens agency, challenges and achievements in the Australian context.
HD/FL
One session
Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation
Subject is not available to students who have completed subject ISL355 as it shares similar content.
ISL355 Incompatible subject
ISL355
The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of ISL454 in Session 2 2020. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).
The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.