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London School of Economics and Political Science

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

L2US

Campuses

Houghton Street

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines28-Sep-2026

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Duration 12 month(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 30,400 / year

Next Intake 28-Sep-2026

MSc Gender, Peace and Security

About

Introduction

This unique, multidisciplinary programme explores the ways in which gender is understood in and shapes regional, national and global peace and security issues and policies.

The MSc draws on critical gender theory and empirical research that are international and transnational in scope, as well as interdisciplinary texts and perspectives from theory, policy, and practice.

Located in the Department of Gender Studies, you’ll benefit from LSE’s diverse community of researchers, as well as our lively public events offering.

The programme is ideal for early-career students who would like to work in relevant fields. It's also suitable for those who have a professional background in conflict and post-conflict work, and want to further their expertise in gender, peace and security. It also provides a good foundation for pursuing a doctorate in related disciplines and subfields.

Preliminary readings

D Buss, J Lebert, B Rutherford, D Sharkey, and O Aginam (Eds) Sexual Violence in Conflict and Post-Conflict Societies: international agendas and African contexts (Routledge, 2014)
C Cohn (Ed) Women and Wars (Polity Press, 2013)
M Evans, C Hemmings, H Marsha, H Johnstone, S Madhok, A Plomien and S Wearing The SAGE Handbook of Feminist Theory (Sage Publications, 2014)
F Olonisakin, K Barnes, E Ikpe (Eds) Women, Peace and Security: translating policy into practice (Routledge, 2010)
D Otto and G Heathcote (Eds) Rethinking Peacekeeping, Gender Equality and Collective Security: an introduction (Routledge, 2014)
Global Study on Preventing Conflict, Transforming Justice, Securing Peace: a global study on the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325.

Disciplines

Department of Gender Studies

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Graduate entry requirements for applicants from Saudi Arabia Taught master's programmes To be considered for admission to a taught master's programme (upper second class equivalent), we would normally require a bachelor's degree after at least four years of study with grades of 80 per cent, 3.3/4, 4.0/5, or an overall B, if awarded since 2004. If awarded prior to 2004, we require the master's with similar grades. To be considered for admission to a taught master's programme (first-class equivalent), we would normally require a bachelor's degree after at least four years of study with grades of 90 per cent, 3.75/4, 4.7/5, A or very good, if awarded since 2004. If awarded prior to 2004, we require the master's with similar grades. Research programmes (MPhil/MRes/PhD) To be considered for admission to a research programme, we would normally require a master’s degree if awarded after 2004 and expect grades of 85 per cent.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements

The English language requirement for this programme is Higher. Read more about our English language requirements.

Competition for places at LSE is strong. So, even if you meet the minimum entry requirements, this does not guarantee you an offer of a place.

However, please don’t feel deterred from applying – we want to hear from all suitably qualified students. Think carefully about how you can put together the strongest possible application to help you stand out from other students.

Career

From CV workshops through to careers fairs, LSE offers lots of information and support to help you make that all-important step from education into work.

Many of the UK’s top employers give careers presentations at the School during the year and there are numerous workshops covering topics such as job hunting, managing interviews, writing a cover letter and using LinkedIn.

See LSE Careers for further details.

Fee Information

At LSE, your tuition fees, and eligibility for any financial support, will depend on whether you’re classified as a home or overseas student (known as your fee status). We assess your fee status based on guidelines provided by the Department for Education.

Further information about fee status classification.

Tuition Fee

GBP 30,400

Application Fee

GBP