Women studies is an academic field that focuses on gender identity, feminism, and the experiences of women throughout history. This field is also referred to as gender studies, women and gender studies, or femininity studies. Women's studies courses explore the cultural, social, and political aspects of women's lives, as well as the historical and contemporary issues facing women. Some universities offer programs in this field with different names, such as gender and sexuality studies, women's and gender history, or women's and gender studies. This interdisciplinary approach provides a comprehensive understanding of women's experiences and the ways in which gender shapes our lives.