Study Gender Studies: Global Futures pathway MSc at Royal Holloway, University of London in the UK, Geography

Gender Studies: Global Futures pathway MSc

UK

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What will I learn?

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 your chosen subject area.Studying this interdisciplinary degree closely aligned with our Gender Institute and our Department of Geography means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts specialised in gender research and geography. Our Department of Geography was ranked 5th in the UK for research excellence in the most recent REF2021 assessment.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. Optional modules will cover a range of topics such as global challenges in the present and future, sustainability, justice and development, and research methods.Through the MSc Gender Studies & Global Futures you’ll:Gain a critical awareness of gender activismStudy general gender studies modules and specialise in your subject of choiceLearn about gender, geography and global challenges while gaining research skills tailored to your interests and future projectsFrom time to time, we make changes to our courses to improve the student and learning experience. If we make a significant change to your chosen course, we’ll let you know as soon as we can.

Which department am I in?

Geography

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£21,500.00 (US$ 27,766) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London Egham Hill,

Egham,

Surrey,

TW20 0EX, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£21,500.00 (US$ 27,766) per year
Living costs: £8,000 to £12,000 for a single person on campus, per academic year, to cover accommodation, food, personal expenses, study related costs and some limited travelling.

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London Egham Hill,

Egham,

Surrey,

TW20 0EX, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

2:2 UK Lower Class Honours (2:2) or equivalent Bachelor degree in an essay-based subject. Candidates with substantial and relevant professional qualifications or professional experience in an associated area will also be considered.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Royal Holloway

Royal Holloway is a research-driven university with an international outlook and a close-knit community at its Surrey and central London campuses.

  • Many departments ranked top 20 (Times University Guide 2025)
  • Research is top 25 per cent in the UK (THE, REF2021)
  • Close-knit, friendly, safe community campus
  • Egham campus 7 miles from Heathrow, 19 miles from London

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