Explore gender in a global and social context through our interdisciplinary MA. Study gender alongside another social science, so you can focus on the social issues that matter most to you.
MA Gender is a unique interdisciplinary Masters where you'll study gender alongside another social science subject of your interest. You'll choose from one of the following pathways:
Our pathways allow you to study gender in a way that complements your other interests and opens up opportunities that work for you.
Focus on key contemporary issues such as:
Utilise Newcastle’s long tradition of working with communities to create real social impact, helping you to put your academic knowledge into practice.
Explore gender in a global context and understand how it intersects with other issues such as race, nation, class, disability, and sexual identity.
You’ll take a range of optional modules that allow you to tailor your masters to your interests and take a research project on your own specialist area, under expert supervision.
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