Critical Disability Studies
Minor in the Steve Hicks School of Social Work
The Minor in Critical Disability Studies is designed to broaden a student’s conception of disability with a focus on the social context and cultural representations of disability.
Critical Disability Studies (CDS) is an interdisciplinary approach that adds breadth to the traditional, primarily medical, view of disability. Critical Disability Studies reframes the study of disability with a social/cultural/political paradigm, using a minority group model to critically examine existing beliefs, images, ideologies, policies, and stereotypes about disability.
How to Declare
ShowThe only requirements for declaring the minor are consent from an academic advisor and proof of being in good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher). Look at the Texas Center for Disability Studies site for more information.
Required Courses
ShowCoursework for the minor consists of three core courses and two three-hour electives.
Read the complete list of required courses for the minor.
Please Note: All courses in the minor must be taken on a letter grade basis, and students must earn a minimum grade of a C.
Texas Center for Disability Studies
Telephone
512-232-0744
Office Location
10100 Burnet Road, Ste 1.148