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MSc Gender, Policy and Inequalities

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The MSc in Gender, Policy and Inequalities applies gender theory to social policy, analysis and practice through an interdisciplinary and transnational approach.You’ll gain a grounded understanding of the concepts and theories relevant to a gender analysis of social policy in a global and comparative context. The programme has a particular focus on the issues facing Europe, where mainstream and critical welfare state literature has a long traditional, as well as topics relevant to other more andless economically developed countries .Throughout the programme, you’ll be encouraged by faculty to develop critical and independent thought on gender and gender inequalities, while taking compulsory courses in gender, policy, and inequalities. You’ll also be able to choose from a range of optional courses across the Department and the School.The interdisciplinary nature of gender studies means that you’ll be equipped with a broad range of knowledge and skills that can be applied in a variety of professional and academic settings. Previous graduates have gone on to work in national and local government departments, international institutions (including the EU, the UN and World Bank), the media and publishing, charities, and non-governmental organisations. Others continue to study for PhDs and go on to work in academia.Graduate destinations:The interdisciplinary nature of gender studies means that graduates are equipped with a broad range of knowledge and skills that can be applied in a variety of professional and academic settings. Our graduates are equipped with critical and analytical skills that are highly valued by a number of employers, including government departments, international institutions (including the EU and World Bank), the media and publishing, charities, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), private consultancy firms, education and research. Many of our graduates continue to study for PhDs and go on to work in academia.

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Tuition fees

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£ 30,400per year

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University information

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • University League Table

    3rd

  • Campus address

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, Houghton Street, London, Greater London, WC2A 2AE, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    2nd out of 77 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    186 95%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    2nd

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    31st

    14

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