Overview

Research opportunities

PhD students in Gender Studies are expected to undertake research that results in a thesis which contributes to the wider literature in the field, thereby making an original contribution to current knowledge.

Students are also expected to contribute to the Strathclyde Feminist Research Network, which offers a research seminar series, work-in-progress workshops, reading group and opportunities to share research findings through our blog.

A PhD in Gender Studies programme at University of Strathclyde may incorporate more than one of the following areas:

using theoretical perspectives from feminist, queer, disability and/or critical race perspectives to advance knowledge in associated areas

studying intersecting in/equalities in history, culture and/or society

assessing and evaluating approaches developed in and across different disciplinary traditions

Programme Structure

Areas of expertise:

feminist media, literary and cultural studies

contemporary social movements

feminist histories

gender-based violence

educational inequality

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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More details

Most PhD students start in October, so they move forward as one cohort, but you can start at any time of year.

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Gender & Sexuality Studies View 22 other PhDs in Gender & Sexuality Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

During the application you'll be asked for the following:

your full contact details

transcripts and certificates of all degrees

proof of English language proficiency if English isn't your first language

two references, one of which must be academic

funding or scholarship information

research proposal of 250 to 1,000 words in length, detailing the subject area and topic to be investigated

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

20950 GBP / year

≈ 20950 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5238 GBP / year

≈ 5238 GBP / year

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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