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Master of Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies

London, Canada
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Bachelor of Arts in Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies offered on campus by the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to 3 years (master's programmes of at least 8 months get 3 years, since 2024-02-15) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Gender
Sexuality and Women's Studies. Strengthen critical analysis
evidence-based reasoning
and clear communication through the subjects described in the program curriculum. Specific practical competencies depend on the courses and options taken.

Career outcomes

Potential pathways include entry-level project or research support roles related to Gender
Sexuality and Women's Studies and further study in the field. Specific job eligibility depends on skills and local requirements.

Curriculum

Study centres on changing roles of gender and sexuality in the United States and globally. The programme is delivered on campus through the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences. The subject listing does not give the full course list
credit total or sequence
which are held on the programme's department page.

Entry requirements

Academic

Honours BA in Women's
Gender or Feminist Studies. A minimum average of B+ (78%) in the last two years of study. Students from other disciplines may be considered if they demonstrate adequate preparation in feminist theory and methodology (at least three full-course equivalents above the first-year level including one seminar...

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution comparable to a four-year Canadian bachelor's degree (some three-year degrees may not qualify), Program-specific requirements, References, Statement and CV

Language tests

IELTS 8
Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
Referee contact details
Evidence of English proficiency if applicable
Program-specific supplementary documents if required

How to apply

Check the program page for requirements and the international deadline. Create an applicant account and apply online; the application fee is 185 CAD
non-refundable (some programs charge differently). Upload transcripts from every post-secondary institution (unofficial copies are enough to apply; English translation if needed)
enter referee emails and add program documents such as CV
statement or writing samples. SGPS does a preliminary check
then the program decides. Accept the offer in Student Center by the date in the offer letter and send official transcripts to [email protected].

Other costs

Tuition per year	$22,267 CAD
Application fee	$185 CAD
Deposit	$45,715 CAD

Program details

Campus	London (main campus)
Faculty or school	Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Department	Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 3 years (master's programmes of at least 8 months get 3 years, since 2024-02-15) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Program starts
January 2028
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.