Gender Studies, PhD - Arizona State U

This PhD program in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies immerses students in feminist theory and praxis, providing them with the skills to conduct original research and contribute to the field. The program offers a range of courses in gender-related topics, and students can choose from elective coursework, research, and a dissertation to complete their degree. Graduates pursue careers in academia, research, policy, and advocacy, aiming to make a positive impact on gender equality and social justice.

Program Outline

Outline:

Program Content:

The program will immerse students in creative and critical knowledge production, and provide them with deep fluency in feminist theory, methodology, and praxis. It will help students conduct original, cutting-edge research while contributing to the field of women, gender, and sexuality studies.

Structure:

The program consists of:

Required Core: 12 credit hours (4 courses)
Elective Coursework: 30 credit hours (10 courses)
Research: 12 credit hours
Dissertation: 12 credit hours

Individual Modules:

The program offers courses in several key topics related to gender, including:

Gendered dimensions of social structures, institutions, and organizations
Effects of policies and laws on gender relations
Intersections of race, gender, sexualities, and citizenship in a transnational world
Historical and contemporary representations of gender across genres
Social change, social movements, and community development

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

The program uses various methods for assessment:

Written Comprehensive Exam:
Oral Comprehensive Exam:
Prospectus:
Dissertation:

Careers:

Career Paths:

Graduates of the program have pursued careers in:

Universities
Research and policy institutes
Government organizations
Non-profit organizations

Career Outcomes:

The program aims to prepare students for leadership roles in academia, research, policy, and advocacy within the field of gender studies.

Other:

Admission Term:

The next admission term for the program is Fall 2025, with applications due in December 2024.