The Master's Degree in Gender, Globalisation and Rights at the University of Galway offers you a unique opportunity to deeply explore the gender dimensions of globalisation and global issues. This interdisciplinary postgraduate programme combines key fields such as gender and women’s studies, international development, human rights, and peace and conflict studies. You will acquire the theoretical, conceptual, and practical tools necessary to apply a gender perspective and conduct gender analyses in relevant professional domains at local, national, and international levels, preparing you for advanced research or impactful careers.
This full-time, on-campus programme, studied over one year, will equip you with essential skills through modules in research methods, applied gender analysis, and empowerment, alongside core subjects like feminist theory and gender perspectives on globalisation. You will have the chance to undertake an accredited, two-month professional placement with a relevant organisation, providing invaluable practical experience. You will graduate with a strong foundation in gender studies and human rights, prepared for roles in international organisations, NGOs, policy development, and further doctoral research.