2024-2025 Catalog

BIO-180H Honors: the Biology of Sex & Gender

An exploration of the biological processes that direct the sexual specialization of the body and brain. Students will review the scientific evidence for sex based differences in human physiology, health, behavior and cognition. Case histories, essays and articles will be used to explore current controversies in gender biology including; the biological basis of sexual orientation and gender identity; and the ethical treatment of intersexed and transgendered individuals. Admission in Berkshire Honors Scholar program required.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ENG 101 or permission of the instructor

Year Cycle

N

Semester Cycle

AN

Course Types

SC

Transfer Status

NSTR