The University of Sheffield
Prospective Postgraduates

MA European Gender Studies

School of Languages and Cultures, Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Our innovative courses focus on how to work in multilingual workplaces, improve communications and overcome language barriers. You'll develop strong academic and professional skills by studying theory, practice and professional development.

About the course

1 year full-time
2 years part-time

You'll study gender in the context of a broad range of themes, methodologies and analytical approaches from European history, thought, culture and society.

This course will develop your skills in analysing gendered ideas, representations, lived experiences and policies within their national and cultural contexts. In an increasingly international labour market, skills in cross-national and cross-cultural analysis will be at a premium.

Entry requirements

You'll need a 2:1 in any arts or social science discipline.

English language requirements for overseas students

Overall IELTS grade of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Entry requirements for international students

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Core modules

  • Culture and the Body
  • The Public and the Private: State, Space and Gender
  • From Feminism to Gender Studies: Key Texts and Contexts
  • Dissertation

Optional modules

  • Gender Studies in Europe
  • Directed Reading
  • Gender Studies (French)
  • Identity and Difference
  • Cultures of Consumption
  • Approaches to 19th-century German Literacy Studies
  • Approaches to Modern German Political Culture
  • Approaches to Post-War German Politics
  • Approaches to Dutch literature since 1945
  • Sex and Power Politics of Women's Liberation in Britain
  • The Politics of the Family in fin-de-siècle Britain
  • Feminism (Philosophy)

Teaching

Teaching takes place through small group seminars.

Fees and funding

Financial information for postgraduate taught courses

Any questions?

If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us:

Caroline Wordley
Postgraduate Secretary
E: c.wordley@sheffield.ac.uk
T: +44 (0)114 222 0631

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Where your masters can take you

Our reputation for excellence means your MA will be highly respected by employers.

Why your masters matters

Our degrees are constantly reviewed and revised to make sure you keep on top of the latest developments in the field. 
Staff regularly take part in collaborative, internationally renowned research projects.

Our facilities

You'll be based in our brand new specially designed building which offers modern learning, teaching and research spaces. We're right next to other arts and humanities departments, creating opportunities for the crossover of ideas.

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You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process.

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