The MSc Applied Gender Studies at the University of Strathclyde offers you a critical lens through which to explore the complex and evolving landscape of gender, diversity, and intersectionality. This postgraduate degree is designed for students eager to develop the theoretical and methodological tools necessary to understand and articulate these vital issues. You will engage with contemporary feminist thinking, historicise feminist debates, and learn to interrogate how feminist knowledge is produced, both within and beyond academia. By grounding your learning in the rich resources of Glasgow, including the Women’s Library, you will develop a nuanced understanding of gender as a dynamic social construct.
This full-time, one-year on-campus Masters programme allows you to delve into specialised areas such as transcultural fandom, gender and sexuality in education, or the intricate relationship between gender, health, and modern medicine. You will have the opportunity to undertake a research placement, applying your learning in a real-world environment, or pursue an advanced topic independently. You will graduate with advanced analytical skills, a deep understanding of gender theory and feminist research methodologies, and the confidence to contribute meaningfully to sectors addressing gender equality, policy, and social justice.