Applied Gender Studies

Entry requirements

First-class or Second-class Honours degree, or International equivalent, in a relevant discipline, usually in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Applicants with relevant experience (paid or voluntary) in feminist, queer or equalities work will also be considered.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This programme will equip you with an interdisciplinary understanding of gender and its intersection with other forms of inequality, including race, sexuality, class, and disability. You will develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills that will prepare you for further research or a variety of career paths, including the charitable sector, government, education, the civil service or heritage. The programme will also suit people working in these and other sectors who wish to gain further knowledge and skills in Gender Studies.

There are two routes available for this programme.

The MSc Applied Gender Studies route will allow you to explore key topics in gender theory, queer theory and feminist histories, as well as giving you a strong grounding in feminist research methods. This route is suitable for students considering a range of careers or further research in the Humanities.

The MSc Applied Gender Studies (Research Methods) route is strongly focused on social research methods in gender studies, providing the training necessary for further research in the Social Sciences.

This course has a particular emphasis on the impact of Gender Studies in the wider world. Our Research Placement module gives you the opportunity to gain first-hand experience working on a research project with an external organisation. We have strong links with a range of organisations in the feminist third sector, the arts, sport, and culture.

Information for international students

Please check our English requirements before making your application.

Fees and funding

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