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Gender Studies: International Relations pathway MSc at Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Despite waves of mobilisation for women's and LGBTIQ+ rights, gender gaps, violence and vulnerabilities persist. Join us to arm yourself with the knowledge and skills to tackle inequality and promote social justice. Royal Holloway played a crucial role educating the leading members of the suffragette movement. Today, we offer unique training to help students make meaningful change on a global scale.

Department: Politics and International Relations  |  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, Gender and Technologies, Analysing International Politics, International Security and others.

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 degree in an essay-based subject. 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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