| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Global Gender History MSc/PgDip/PgCert program at the University of Glasgow explores the complexities of gender through a global lens. Delivered online, this program equips students with critical thinking and research skills to analyze historical narratives and events. Its career-oriented approach develops in-demand skills for fields such as heritage policy, teaching, and research.
Program Outline
Global Gender History MSc/PgDip/PgCert: Online distance learning
Degree Overview
Overview:
This program delves into the past through a global lens, focusing on gender and its complexities.
It provides a deep understanding of the theoretical and methodological approaches to gender history and their application in various historical and cultural contexts.
Objectives:
- Equip students with the ability to analyze historical narratives and evidence using gendered lenses.
- Develop critical thinking and research skills for in-depth analysis of historical events.
- Foster an understanding of the intersection of gender, race, class, and other social identities in shaping the historical landscape.
- Enable students to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios, including public and academic settings.
Description:
- Online: The program is delivered entirely online, offering flexibility for students with various commitments.
- Part-time or full-time: Students can choose a study pace that suits their needs and schedule.
- World-leading scholars: Instruction is provided by renowned experts in the field of gender history.
- Global perspective: The program explores diverse historical and cultural contexts across the globe.
- Career-oriented: Develops skills valuable in various fields such as heritage policy, teaching, and research.
Outline
Program structure:
- Duration: 12 months (full-time) or 24 months (part-time) for MSc.
- Modules:
- Two core courses: Gender History Applied and Gender History Concepts.
- Four optional courses chosen from the Centre for Gender History's offerings.
- Dissertation OR an Applied Dissertation by (Digital) Placement.
- Delivery: Online through an engaging and accessible learning environment.
- Teaching methods: Live seminars, pre-recorded lectures, case studies, curated reading lists, discussion forums, essays, presentations, project proposals, public talks, and exhibition work.
Course details:
- Semester 1: Gender History Applied
- Semester 2: Gender History Concepts
- Dissertation/Applied Dissertation by Digital Placement: Students have the option to choose between a traditional dissertation or an applied dissertation based on a placement in a relevant organization.
Assessment
Assessment methods:
- Essays
- Presentations
- Blog posts
- Project proposals
- Public talks
- Exhibition work
- Dissertation
Assessment criteria:
- Depth of analysis
- Critical thinking
- Research skills
- Writing and communication skills
- Originality
Teaching
Teaching methods:
- Live online seminars with opportunities for interaction and discussion.
- Individual and group projects to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios.
- Close mentorship and support from experienced faculty members.
Faculty:
- World-leading scholars and researchers specializing in various areas of gender history.
Unique approaches:
- Collaborations with leading institutions like the Smithsonian and Glasgow Women’s Library.
- Opportunities to contribute to the development of historical narratives and evidence through public engagement projects.
- Focus on developing research skills applicable in academic and professional settings.
Careers
Career prospects:
- Heritage policy and projects
- Media
- Teaching
- Research
- Further academic studies (PhD)
Skills developed:
- Research and analysis
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Project management
- Collaboration
Program benefits:
- Develops in-demand skills for various careers.
- Gain valuable experience in applied settings through placements.
- Join a vibrant community of researchers and scholars.
- Earn a recognized qualification from a leading university.
Other
Key strengths:
- Flexibility: Offered online and allows part-time study
- Global perspective: Explores diverse historical and cultural contexts
- Career-oriented: Develops skills valuable in various fields Its online format and flexible structure cater to the needs of diverse students, while its world-renowned faculty and career-oriented approach provide graduates with the knowledge and skills to succeed in various fields.
MSc UK Full-time fee: £10650 Part-time fee: £1184 per 20 credits International & EU Full-time fee: £24000 International students will receive a 20% tuition fee discount. PgDip UK Full-time fee: £7100 Part-time fee: £1184 per 20 credits International & EU Full-time fee: £16000 International students will receive a 20% tuition fee discount. PgCert UK Full-time fee: £3550 Part-time fee: £1184 per 20 credits International & EU Full-time fee: £8000 International students will receive a 20% tuition fee discount. Additional fees Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT programme): £370 Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: £350 Registration/exam only fee: £170
