HPSC20023 Sex and Gender in the Sciences
University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Not running in 2026.
- No final exam: all coursework
Is HPSC20023 hard?
HPSC20023: About average. Not running in 2026, so it isn't on the lists. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Debates on the science of sex and gender, like 'male and female brains' and women's sport, seen through history and philosophy of science.
After it you can
- Spot how cultural bias can enter science
- Weigh evidence in contested science debates
- Argue your view clearly and fairly
What you need first
None
How it’s assessed
Assignments 100%
Student reviews and ratings
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Quick answers
- When is HPSC20023 offered?
- Not running in 2026.
- What do I need before taking HPSC20023?
- No prerequisites.
- Does HPSC20023 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 100%.
- Can I take HPSC20023 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
- Can I rate HPSC20023?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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