University of Pretoria - Faculty of Humanities
MSocSci (Gender Studies) (Coursework)
Pretoria, South Africa
Master degree
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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Key Summary
About: The MSocSci (Gender Studies) (Coursework) programme requires SOC 751 and GNR 751 or SOC 756 or similar modules in research methodology, gender studies and social theory. Admissions may require an essay, an exam or extra modules to reach the required level. Applicants must show proficiency in English or Afrikaans. Students with averages of 68–70% may be considered for conditional admission; apply to the programme manager. The institution offers related professional programmes (psychology, social work, communication, audiology) and hosts Africa’s only Specialist Neuro‑Otologic Test Centre.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work in policy analysis, gender advocacy, NGO management, research, education, consulting.
MSocSci (Gender Studies) (Coursework)
- SOC 751 and GNR 751 or SOC 756 or similar modules in research methodology, gender studies and/or social theory are required.
- Prospective students may be required to submit an admissions essay or to sit for an examination or to do additional modules to enable them to reach the desired level of study.
- An acceptable level of proficiency in English or Afrikaans is required.
- Students with an average between 68% and 70% could be considered for admission under special conditions. Apply to the Program manager.
Final year
Core modules
- Gender and the politics of knowledge 861
- Advanced research methodology 812
- Gender, family and households 861
- Mini-dissertation: Sociology 895
Credits:180
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.


