MA Gender Studies and Law
Course Overview
The MA Gender Studies and Law at SOAS offers a critical re-examination of Western gender and legal theories through the specific contexts of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. This unique interdisciplinary programme, offered by the Centre for Gender Studies and the School of Law, provides rigorous training in contemporary gender theory while centering on the complex realities of the Global South. It is designed for students seeking a specialized, internationally-focused perspective that challenges conventional academic paradigms.
Key Program Highlights
- Unique focus on gender and legal issues within Asian, African, and Middle Eastern contexts
- Interdisciplinary approach combining cutting-edge gender theory with legal studies
- Rigorous training from internationally recognised scholars and area studies experts
- Opportunity to create a specialized pathway based on your academic interests
- Critically engages with and challenges Western-centric academic frameworks
Course Overview
The MA Gender Studies and Law at SOAS offers a critical re-examination of Western gender and legal theories through the specific contexts of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. This unique interdisciplinary programme, offered by the Centre for Gender Studies and the School of Law, provides rigorous training in contemporary gender theory while centering on the complex realities of the Global South. It is designed for students seeking a specialized, internationally-focused perspective that challenges conventional academic paradigms.
Key Program Highlights
- Unique focus on gender and legal issues within Asian, African, and Middle Eastern contexts
- Interdisciplinary approach combining cutting-edge gender theory with legal studies
- Rigorous training from internationally recognised scholars and area studies experts
- Opportunity to create a specialized pathway based on your academic interests
- Critically engages with and challenges Western-centric academic frameworks
