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Gender Studies and Law (Taught)
- Study level:
- Postgraduate
- Awarded by:
- University of London
Course summary
The MA Gender Studies and Law at SOAS is a unique programme, its principal aim being to re-focus issues prioritised in western Gender Studies and Legal Theory on the complex specificities of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. Jointly housed by the Centre for Gender Studies and the School of Law, the programme offers the specialised study of gender and law in relation to the cultures of Asia, Africa and the Middle East, together with rigorous training in, and questioning of, contemporary gender theory. In terms of gender theory, it offers a solid foundation with sufficient breadth and depth to facilitate a range of specialist pathways. In terms of specialisation, it draws on the expertise of internationally recognised scholars of Asian, African and Middle Eastern Studies at SOAS.
Modules
Core modules: Preliminary law, legal reasoning and legal methods; gender theory and the study of Asia, Africa and the Middle East; feminist legal theory.
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Entry requirements
We will consider all applications with 2:ii (or international equivalent) or higher. In addition to degree classification we take into account other elements of the application including supporting statement and references.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £11700 | Year 1 |
| England | £5990 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5990 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5990 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5990 | Year 1 |
| International | £11700 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please contact the university for information about fees.
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