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Women's Studies at UCC

The MA in Women's Studies is an interdisciplinary programme, with students gaining insights from academics across the College of Arts Celtic Studies and Social Sciences as well as from the College of Business and Law. Students develop a grounding in feminist theory and research while also examining gender and society through a multidisciplinary lens. Staff from over ten different academic departments contribute to the MA, allowing each student to develop a unique MA experience. The programme is tailored to suit each student's specific area of academic interest and educational background. Proposals are also welcome from students interested in working with a supervisor to develop a PhD project in the broad area of Women's Studies.

About the Programme

• The UCC campus is a safe, welcoming one.
• UCC has obtained an Athena Swan Bronze Award for Gender Equality, recognizing its effort to promote gender equality in education.
• UCC has been named University of Sanctuary in 2018, and recently opened a new Equality, Diversity and Inclusion unit.
• The campus hosts very active students' societies, including the UCC Feminist Society and the UCC LGBT Society.
• UCC also hosts the Casilac (Centre for Advanced Studies in Languages and Culture) Research Cluster on Violence, Conflict and Gender, and the Institute for Social Science in the 21st Century (ISS21), which includes a Family, Gender and Sexualities research cluster.

Programme Details

MA in Women's Studies

The MA in Women's Studies is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of feminist theory and research methods, as well as the opportunity to explore a range of topics related to gender and society.

PhD in Women's Studies

The PhD in Women's Studies provides students with the opportunity to pursue advanced research in the field of Women's Studies, under the supervision of experienced academics.

Teaching and Supervision Team

The teaching and supervision team for the Women's Studies programme includes academics from a range of disciplines, ensuring that students receive a comprehensive and interdisciplinary education.

History of Women's Studies at UCC

The Women's Studies programme at UCC has a long history, dating back to the establishment of the university. The programme has evolved over time, reflecting changes in feminist theory and research methods, as well as the changing needs of students and society.

Research and Events

The Women's Studies programme at UCC is actively involved in research and events, including conferences, seminars, and workshops. Students have the opportunity to participate in these events, and to engage with leading researchers and practitioners in the field.

Graduate Opportunities

Graduates of the Women's Studies programme at UCC have gone on to pursue a range of careers, including academia, research, policy, and advocacy. The programme provides students with a strong foundation in feminist theory and research methods, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a range of professional contexts.

MA Students' Blog Posts

MA students in the Women's Studies programme at UCC have the opportunity to share their research and reflections through blog posts. This provides students with a platform to showcase their work, and to engage with a wider audience.

Relevant Links

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• MA in Women's Studies
• PhD in Women's Studies
• Teaching and Supervision Team
• History of Women's Studies at UCC
• Research and Events
• Graduate Opportunities
• MA students' blog posts

University College Cork

University College Cork is a registered charity with the Charities Regulatory Authority. The university is committed to promoting gender equality and diversity, and has obtained an Athena Swan Bronze Award for its efforts in this area.