MA Women's Studies (Humanities) Postgraduate Program By University of York |Top Universities
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Tuitionfee

18,240 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

SociologyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

This is a tailored programme for those with a particular interest in humanities-informed approaches to interdisciplinary women’s and gender studies. You'll address a diverse range of theoretical and methodological approaches to women's and gender studies, developing a critical awareness of the gendered aspects of cultural life, representation and textual enquiry. You will have the opportunity to focus on a variety of cultural perspectives and practices – literary, visual, and artistic – from both contemporary and historical cultures and across a range of geographical and societal spaces. The emphasis on humanities-informed feminist methodologies and practical research skills will enable you to conduct a substantial piece of independent research.

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

This is a tailored programme for those with a particular interest in humanities-informed approaches to interdisciplinary women’s and gender studies. You'll address a diverse range of theoretical and methodological approaches to women's and gender studies, developing a critical awareness of the gendered aspects of cultural life, representation and textual enquiry. You will have the opportunity to focus on a variety of cultural perspectives and practices – literary, visual, and artistic – from both contemporary and historical cultures and across a range of geographical and societal spaces. The emphasis on humanities-informed feminist methodologies and practical research skills will enable you to conduct a substantial piece of independent research.

Admission requirements

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Candidates are normally required to have an upper second class degree or its equivalent, however, applications from those with other qualifications may be considered on their merits. Applications are also welcomed from mature students and those returning to education.

Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

8,040 GBP
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International Students

18,240 GBP
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