Master of Science Programme in Social Studies of Gender

Education facts

Code: SASSG

<p>Discover how gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality shape society with the Master of Science in Social Studies of Gender. This programme blends modern feminist theories with practice, preparing you for doctoral studies and diverse career paths. </p><p>The Master of Science in Social Studies of Gender is an interdisciplinary programme that helps you understand how gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality shape our society. You will learn about modern feminist theories and how they connect with other fields of study. </p><p>The programme teaches you to think critically, ask questions, and link theory with real-life issues. You will explore how gender works in organisations and learn how to review policies from a gender perspective. You will also learn to suggest ways to improve equality in areas like politics, education, and health. The programme helps you follow new research and improve your skills in academic communication. </p>

Entry requirements

A Bachelor’s degree with a major (i.e. at least 90 ECTS credits) in one of the following social sciences disciplines: Development Studies, Gender Studies, Human Geography, Political Science, Social Work, Social Anthropology, Sociology, Sociology of Law or equivalent. English course 6 (advanced proficiency).

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Master of Science Programme in Social Studies of Gender

  Lund University

  Lund

  Start date: 28 August 2026

  End date: 4 June 2028

  Pace of study: 100 %