Gender Studies: Global Futures pathway MSc at Royal Holloway, University of London

Programme overview

MSc Gender Studies is a unique interdisciplinary degree that provides you with critical, advanced knowledge of gender research, theory and practice, based in contemporary intersectional gender and sexuality studies, while also allowing you to develop specialist knowledge in your chosen subject area. Studying this interdisciplinary degree closely aligned with our Gender Institute and our Department of Geography means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts specialised in gender research and geography.

Department: Geography | Duration: 1 year full time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Egham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Gender Theory, Methods and Methodologies for Gender Studies, Practices of Gender/Gendered Research, Gender Studies Dissertation, Academic Integrity. Optional modules: Body and Embodiment, Gender, Power and Protest.

Career pathways

Upon completion of the programme, you’ll be equipped for doctoral studies as well as careers in various sectors that centre gender, inclusion, diversity and equality. This includes jobs in government as well as the private sector, within the UK and internationally.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:2. UK Lower Class Honours (2:2) or equivalent Bachelor degree in an essay-based subject. Candidates with professional experience as a gender advisor or in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion may also be considered. English language: IELTS: 6.5 overall. No subscore lower than 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

International applicants: GBP 24,000 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

Duration: 1 year full time

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