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Queer Studies

Social Sciences

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MA

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Overview

The LGBTQIA+ Studies course explores diverse identities, communities, and cultures through various disciplines. Students engage with a wide range of primary materials and receive research support from experts. The program fosters community and intellectual connections within the Humanities Research Centre.

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. March 19, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
Republic of Ireland£11,200£11,200
EU£25,900£25,900
England£11,200£11,200
Northern Ireland£11,200£11,200
Scotland£11,200£11,200
Wales£11,200£11,200
Channel Islands£11,200£11,200
International£25,900£25,900

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
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Modules

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About

Course Description

This course provides an opportunity to explore LGBTQIA+ identities, communities, and cultures through various disciplinary lenses.

Learning Materials

Students will engage with a diverse range of primary materials, including:

  • Literary texts
  • Auto/biographies
  • Films and documentaries
  • Visual artworks
  • Manifestos and zines
  • Sound recordings and songs

Teaching and Research Support

The program features:

  • Research-led teaching by experts in queer studies
  • Guidance for original research projects
  • A rich schedule of research seminars, conferences, and reading groups

Community and Resources

Postgraduate life is enhanced through the...

Subject Area Information

Gender Studies is an interdisciplinary field that examines the complex interplay between gender, sexuality, and society. This discipline explores how gender identities and roles are constructed, maintained, and challenged across different cultures and historical periods. It also investigates the intersections of gender with other social categories such as race, class, ethnicity, and sexual orientation.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Gender Studies

  • 2. Feminist Theories and Movements

  • 3. Masculinity Studies

  • 4. Queer Theory and LGBTQ+ Studies

  • 5. Gender and Media

  • 6. Gender and Globalization

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Critical Thinking
  • Research Skills
  • Communication
  • Cultural Competency

Career

Gender Studies equips students with a deep understanding of how gender shapes our world, preparing them for a variety of careers that aim to promote social justice and equality.

Potential Professions
  • Academia

    Teaching and research positions in universities and colleges.

  • Non-Profit Sector

    Working with organizations focused on gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and social justice.

  • Public Policy

    Developing and advocating for policies that promote gender equity.

  • Media and Communications

    Roles in journalism, public relations, and media production that focus on gender issues.

  • Human Resources

    Specializing in diversity and inclusion initiatives within organizations.

  • Healthcare

    Providing gender-sensitive care and advocating for health equity.

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