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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Women's and Gender Studies

University of York
York, England
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3 yearsDuration
£25,350Per Year (Intl)
£5,181Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of York, the PhD Women's and Gender Studies provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in York, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. The programme provides a flourishing interdisciplinary environment for research and is able to offer supervision in a wide range of women's studies issues to both full- and part-time students. Each year there are approximately 35 students studying for research degrees. Throughout their period of registration, students are given specialised research supervision in their main area of study. International tuition fees are £25,350 per year, home/UK fees are £5,181 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Feminist Theory and Praxis
Gender
Power and Social Structures
Advanced Research Methodologies in Gender Studies
Intersectionality and Critical Analysis
Women's History and Political Movements
Contemporary Feminist Debates and Interventions
Qualitative Research Design and Analysis
Thesis Development and Academic Writing
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.5666.56
PTE Academic61

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£25,350

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£76,050

Home Student Fee

£5,181

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Each year there are approximately 35 students studying for research degrees

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
40%Work & Study
90%Professional Jobs
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About University of York

University of York offers Women's and Gender Studies as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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