MA GENDER STUDIES (PART TIME)
MA GENDER STUDIES (PART TIME)
Gender matters – this is the starting point of our programme here at the University of East Anglia. Gender matters and has always mattered, from issues of violence against women and girls; trans-exclusion and liberation; toxic masculinity; and UN Sustainable Development Goals, gender inflects the everyday and the institutional experiences of every person on this globe. There has never been a better time to study this subject.
On this course, you’ll explore the fundamental debates of gender studies, focusing on gendered aspects of society and culture and its links with other inequalities and social divisions. From literary theory to online activism, you’ll untangle the dynamics of gender that structure the private and public worlds in which women and girls, men and boys, and folks living beyond the binary operate.
You will benefit from UEA’s expertise across the humanities, in politics and sociology – vital to understanding social change, gender-based rights and equality issues more broadly – as well as literature, media, history, and development studies.
What’s more, you’ll learn about feminist research methods, equipping you with the tools to actively participate in the construction of knowledge and the shaping of the field yourself.
About
Our MA Gender Studies responds to the contemporary moment in which issues of equality and diversity are seen as vital for organisational success and public feminism has a renewed prominence in culture – yet tackling gender inequalities remains a challenge. The programme also has at its core an understanding that the study of gender is enriched and complicated by an emphasis on ethnicity, sexuality and class (amongst other intersecting identities)
Against this background, the MA Gender Studies develops the centrality of gender to humanities disciplines – literature, history, philosophy – while drawing on UEA’s strengths in interdisciplinary fields such as film and media studies, American studies and intercultural communication.
On this course, you’ll explore culture, society and history through a diverse range of disciplinary approaches and methods. You’ll learn about the history of ideas and key writings about gender, and think critically about the direction of contemporary gender studies and the kinds of questions we should be asking about gender equality in arts, society and culture.
You’ll be taught by experts from across the many disciplines that fall under gender studies – including literature, history, philosophy, languages, film and media studies. And you’ll gain a valuable social science perspective on the subject through input from experts in cultural studies, politics, law and development.

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Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.After the Course
By the end of your MA, you will have an in-depth and focused understanding of the gendered aspects of society and culture, particularly in relation to other inequalities and social divisions. With this under your belt, you’ll be suited to careers in research, policy, NGOs, and public sector organisations.
If you’re looking to progress to a PhD, you’ll be well prepared for sustained research into gender. Our MA will ensure that you’re fully equipped with the theoretical and practical research skills for advanced level study.
Career destinations
A degree at UEA will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. We've been ranked 1st for Job Prospects by StudentCrowd in 2022.
Examples of careers you could enter after this degree include:
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Academic research (PhD)
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Research roles
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Policy roles
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Public sector roles
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Consultancy roles

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Assessment for Year 1
Your achievement on the MA Gender Studies course will be assessed by coursework rather than exams. This will include a range of assignments such as essays, case-study analyses, and research proposals.
In all your modules you’ll get frequent formative feedback from your tutors – helping you to develop your knowledge and skills before you produce summative work.
Assessment for Year 2
In your core and optional modules in year 2, you’ll continue to be assessed by coursework. Assessments will vary depending on which modules and topics you choose. There will be the opportunity for feedback and tutorials on your written work as you build on the ideas and skills developed during the first year of the programme. The culmination of your MA is the dissertation in which you will have the opportunity to focus, in depth, on a topic of your choice. You will be supervised by lecturers whose research interests intersect with the ideas you want to investigate. Alternatively, you may be able to take your dissertation via a placement where you can explore the concepts and theories you have studied in an environment outside of academia.
This is the first year of your taught Masters programme.
Assessment for Year 1
Your achievement on the MA Gender Studies course will be assessed by coursework rather than exams. This will include a range of assignments such as essays, case-study analyses, and research proposals.
In all your modules you’ll get frequent formative feedback from your tutors – helping you to develop your knowledge and skills before you produce summative work.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.This is the second year of your taught Masters programme.
Assessment for Year 2
In your core and optional modules in year 2, you’ll continue to be assessed by coursework. Assessments will vary depending on which modules and topics you choose. There will be the opportunity for feedback and tutorials on your written work as you build on the ideas and skills developed during the first year of the programme. The culmination of your MA is the dissertation in which you will have the opportunity to focus, in depth, on a topic of your choice. You will be supervised by lecturers whose research interests intersect with the ideas you want to investigate. Alternatively, you may be able to take your dissertation via a placement where you can explore the concepts and theories you have studied in an environment outside of academia.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Entry Requirements
Degree classification
Bachelors (Hons) degree - 2.2 or equivalentDegree subject
Arts or Humanities or Social Science subject areaStudents for whom english is a foreign language
We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English. To ensure such students benefit from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. Our usual entry requirements are as follows:
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IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in two components only, with 6.0 in the other two)
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PTE (Pearson): 64 (minimum 59 in only two components with 64 in the others)
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
Other tests, including Cambridge English exams and the Trinity Integrated Skills in English are also accepted by the university. The full list of accepted tests can be found here: Accepted English Language Tests
INTO UEA also run pre-sessional courses which can be taken prior to the start of your course. For further information and to see if you qualify please contact intopre-sessional@uea.ac.uk.
Intakes
This course is open to UK, EU and International applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.

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Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2023/24 are:
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UK Students: £9,500 (full time)
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International Students: £19,800 (full time)
If you choose to study part-time, the fee per annum will be half the annual fee for that year, or a pro-rata fee for the module credit you are taking (only available for Home students).
We estimate living expenses at £1,023 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here.
Scholarships and Bursaries
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course related costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of course-related costs.

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How to Apply
Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University.
To apply please use our online application form.
FURTHER INFORMATION
If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances prior to applying please do contact us:
Postgraduate Admissions Office
Tel: +44 (0)1603 591515
Email: admissions@uea.ac.uk
International candidates are also encouraged to access the International Students section of our website.

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