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Gender Studies: International Relations pathway MSc

Royal Holloway, University of London

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Royal Holloway, University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

MSc Gender Studies is a unique interdisciplinary degree that provides you with critical, advanced knowledge of gender research, theory and practice, based in contemporary intersectional gender and sexuality studies, while also allowing you to develop specialist knowledge in international relations.

Studying MSc Gender Studies & International Relations will help you understand how gender, sexuality and identity constitute global politics. Studying this inter-disciplinary degree closely aligned with our Gender Institute and our Department of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts specialised in gender research and IR. You’ll have close contact with the academic staff teaching on the course and you’ll receive individual support from your personal tutor from the gender studies teaching team whilst being able to tailor your degree to your interests. You will be able to choose from a range of optional modules covering a range of topics such gender and protest, international security, analysing international politics, to name a few. Through the MSc Gender Studies & International Relations you will:

  • Gain a critical awareness of gender activism
  • Study general gender studies modules and specialise in your subject of choice
  • Explore how gender inequalities operate in global politics, international security and conflict, in international settings and across various regions of the world
  • Learn about gender and IR while gaining research skills tailored to your interests and future projects

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 19,100per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

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Royal Holloway, University of London

  • University League Table

    35th

  • Campus address

    Royal Holloway, University of London, Royal Holloway, University of London Egham Hill, Egham, Surrey, TW20 0EX, United Kingdom

Royal Holloway offers dedicated wellbeing, academic and financial support to international students.
Almost a third of students are from outside the UK, meaning there’s a welcoming and strong international spirit on campus.
Royal Holloway partners with local and global industry, culture and governments, leading to first-class career opportunities for you.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    27th out of 74 1

    32nd out of 101 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    128 59%

    35th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    15th

    15
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 78%

    38th

    7
  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    131 62%

    31st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    18th

    8
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    75th

    10

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