Gender and Global Politics (Online)

Entry requirements

Upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent). Applicants need to have an academic degree in gender studies or any other degree in the humanities or social sciences. However, a demonstrable interest in gender studies without these academic qualifications will be considered by the admissions tutors .

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

The online MA Gender and Global Politics delivers a bold, interdisciplinary exploration of how gender and sexuality shape power worldwide.

Drawing on feminist, queer, postcolonial and decolonial thinking, the programme examines politics across borders, conflict, labour, migration, social movements, digital spaces and global governance. With a strong focus on Asia, Africa and the Middle East, it centres Global South scholarship and challenges Eurocentric narratives.

Through contemporary debates and real-world case studies, students analyse how gendered and racialised inequalities are produced, contested and transformed. Ideal for careers in development, human rights, policy, journalism and social justice, the course equips graduates to work critically, ethically and effectively in complex political landscapes.

Why study MA Gender and Global Politics at SOAS?

SOAS is ranked 5th in the UK and 16th worldwide for Politics (QS World University Rankings 2026) and is one of the UK's premier institutions for Gender Studies. Gain a global perspective unlike any other from a world-renowned university based in the heart of London.

Study Tours

All postgraduate students can take part in our Study Tours and explore the world. Destinations include New Delhi, Lahore, Seoul, Luang Prabang, Almaty, Bishkek, Kigali, Johannesburg, and Doha. For more information, see our Study Tours page.

Information for international students

For details, including English language requirements, please see SOAS website

Fees and funding

For details of postgraduate fees, please see SOAS website