Certificate in Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies at University of Rochester

Programme overview

The graduate certificate in gender, sexuality, and women's studies is offered by the Susan B. Anthony Institute to University of Rochester master's and PhD students and to non-matriculated students. It covers contemporary theoretical frameworks and methodologies, historical perspectives within and across disciplines, and the intersection of gender and sexuality with race, class and ethnicity. The certificate is recorded on the student's record.

Faculty: School of Arts & Sciences | Department: Susan B. Anthony Institute for Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies | Intake: Applications accepted on a rolling basis; applications received by March 1 are considered for the May commencement ceremony | Study mode: full-time | Location: Rochester, NY, United States

What you will study

Four graduate-level courses in gender, sexuality, and women's studies drawn from at least two departments or programs, including two methodological and theoretical approaches courses and two applied courses. Sample courses include GSWS 400 History of Feminism: Colloquium, GSWS 404 Feminist Film Theory and GSWS 480 Intersectionality: History of an Idea.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open to students enrolled in a University of Rochester graduate degree (master's or PhD) programme, and to non-matriculated students who complete four or more courses from at least two University of Rochester graduate programs. Students complete a certificate plan application (required for non-matriculated students, recommended for all) in consultation with a Curriculum Committee advisor. To receive the certificate, students submit a final application with a portfolio (coursework, CV and a statement on how the interdisciplinary work has affected their writing, research and teaching) and a letter of recommendation from their departmental advisor.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Applications accepted on a rolling basis; applications received by March 1 are considered for the Ma

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