Applied Gender Studies MSc

Why this course?

If you wish to pursue a career in the charitable, education, government or civil service or the heritage sectors then this course is ideally suited to you. It will also appeal to those who may already be working within an organisation with a strong interest in gender in society.

For those who are interested in pursuing a more research-focused option the MSc Applied Gender Studies can also be taken as a Research Methods route. This allows graduates to meet the criteria for ESRC funding, an important factor if you plan to go on to PhD study in the Social Sciences.

By completing this course you will develop the analytical and practical skills necessary to engage critically with contemporary gender issues including:

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gender theory

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gender equality

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feminist theory

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queer theory

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LGBT studies

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gender & society

A key focus of this course is how these concepts can be applied within real-world contexts. You will have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience working on a research project with an external organisation from the feminist third sector and organisations committed to gender equality in arts, culture and sport.

Careers

The MSc Applied Gender Studies is a great route into working in the feminist third sector, or into equality and diversity work across a range of contexts.

We positively encourage part-time study and where students are already working in these areas there may be possibilities to conduct research for their placement and/or dissertation within their workplace.

We're also well-placed to support students going on to PhD study across Humanities and through the Research Methods route - Social Sciences.

First- or second-class Honours degree, or overseas 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. Supporting references: academic references where possible, but for students applying from a professional background, professional references are appropriate.