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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

Y2U4

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 (Research)

About

Introduction

The MSc in Gender (Research) combines a thorough grounding in contemporary theories of gender with advanced training in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Based in the Department of Gender Studies, you’ll also take courses in the Department of Methodology, which is a base for cross-disciplinary research and teaching in social science.

This programme is particularly well-suited to students who are considering further study; although previous graduates from the programme have also gone on to pursue careers in research and consultancy for government and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in countries across the globe.

Some graduates also work in international organisations, undertaking humanitarian, charity, and personnel work. Others have pursued careers in civil and diplomatic services, representative politics, advocacy, the legal profession, academia, media and communication, and education.

Preliminary readings

S de Beauvoir The Second Sex (Vintage, 1997)
J Butler Gender Trouble (Routledge, 1999)
M Evans and C H Williams Gender: the key concepts (Routledge, 2012)
M Evans, C Hemmings, H Marsha, H Johnstone, S Madhok, A Plomien and S Wearing The SAGE Handbook of Feminist Theory (SAGE Publications, 2014)
I Grewal and C Kaplan Scattered Hegemonies: postmodernity and transnational feminist practices (Minneapolis Press, 1994)
T Laqueur Making Sex (Harvard University Press, 1990)
M Nussbaum Sex and Social Justice (Oxford University Press, 1999)
S M Okin Is Multiculturalism Bad for Women (Princeton University Press, 1999)
C Pateman The Sexual Contract (Polity Press, 1988)
R Wiegman Women Studies on Its Own (Duke University Press, 2002)

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