Overview

Women’s and Gender Studies from University of the Western Cape is on systemic and structural expressions of power is undertaken through combining interdisciplinary research employing a feminist intersectional approach with teaching and learning employing innovative and critical pedagogies for social justice.

Learning Outcomes

Central to the work is the development of theory, knowledge and expertise for those already working in organizations directed toward gender transformation and sexual rights, as well as for those intending to work in such fields when they finish their degrees.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Advanced feminist research methods

Trends in contemporary feminist theory

Elective Decolonising gender & sexuality

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Gender & Sexuality Studies View 47 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in South Africa

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

The study permit application form.

A valid passport.

An official letter from UWC stating that you have been accepted for the course and the duration of the course.

A police clearance certificate for every country you have lived in for more than a year since you were 18 (less than 6 months old).

A medical report

A repatriation fees

Accommodation details

Proof of sufficient funds to support you for the duration of your course

Tuition Fee

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International

6089 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6089 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
National

2468 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2468 USD for the full programme during 12 months.

Local R39,777 Per programme International: R97,437 Per programme

Living costs for Cape Town

9088 - 15529 ZAR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Women’s and Gender Studies.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

226 countries / Need-based

Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria

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