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Gender Studies PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for European Students (exc UK)

We have 28 Gender Studies PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for European Students (exc UK)

PhD in Gender Studies

Gender Studies is a relatively young discipline with relevance across a broad range of subject areas. As a PhD candidate in this field, you may explore foundational theories of gender identity and relations, as well as examining cultural and social phenomena through the lens of gender.

What’s it like to study a PhD in Gender Studies?

Under the guidance of one or more specialist supervisors with an expertise in your chosen topic, you’ll conduct independent research eventually culminating in an extended dissertation, which should make a substantial contribution to the field of Gender Studies.

Gender studies is a highly interdisciplinary subject, which will likely involve cutting across multiple areas such as sociology, psychology, anthropology, and literary theory.

Possible research areas include:

  • The development of gender identity
  • Representations of gender in literature, art, and film
  • Gender stereotypes and their perpetuation
  • Intersectionality
  • Gender equality in the workplace
  • Gender Studies within another discipline, such as literary theory

Your research will likely adopt an interdisciplinary method, with the particular methodology dependent on your chosen topic. This could include conducting your own empirical studies or analysing pre-existing data to draw new conclusions.

Alongside your research, you’ll attend regular progress meetings with your supervisor(s) and complete any additional training required by your institution.

There are a handful number of predesigned PhDs in Gender Studies, but many students will propose their own research project. Choosing this option means you’ll identify a gap in the academic literature and determine the parameters of your own research.

Entry requirements

The most common entry requirement for PhD programmes in Gender Studies is an upper second-class Bachelors degree and a Masters degree at Merit level, both in a relevant discipline. Some programmes may set a 2:1 undergraduate degree alone as a minimum requirement, but bear in mind that applications are considered on a case-by-case basis and additional qualifications with often be an advantage.

PhD in Gender Studies funding options

The Research Council responsible for funding Gender Studies PhDs will vary depending on the nature of the topic. In the UK, the two primary funding bodies likely to support this field are the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). These bodies provide fully funded studentships that include coverage of your tuition fees, along with a stipend to cover living expenses.

Advertised Gender Studies PhDs may have studentships attached. Students proposing their own research project may be able to apply for a studentship after being accepted onto a programme.

Some Gender Studies PhDs may only accept self-funded students. Options for independently financing your PhD include the UK government’s doctoral loan, part-time employment alongside your studies and support from charities or trusts.

PhD in Gender Studies careers

Gender Studies is a young but fast-growing field, with a vast array of career opportunities for graduates. Awareness of gender’s influence across every sphere of society is increasing – and so to is a demand for expertise in the field.

A PhD in Gender Studies will equip you with numerous transferable skills such as academic writing and publishing, data analysis, critical thinking and abstract reasoning. Many graduates will go on to continue their careers in research, but the skillset you’ll earn will also be invaluable in numerous non-academic sectors. These include advocacy or consultancy work for a variety of professional settings.

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PhD in Social Research

The Sheffield Methods Institute (SMI) at the University of Sheffield invites applications to two fully-funded 3-year PhD scholarships. Read more

Understanding marginalisation and experiences of blue spaces and water sports

The unfolding of the Sars-CoV-2 pandemic and the lockdown restrictions that ensued have been accompanied in Britain by an increasing interest in recreational and educational activities establishing a direct relationship with the natural environment. Read more

Social Justice or Indoctrination: Investigating the Importance of Quality and Inclusive RSHE as Part of Initial Teacher Training in England

Applications are invited for a fully-funded, three-year, campus-based PhD to commence in October 2024. . The PhD will be based in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, and will be supervised by Dr Mat Round, Dr Angeline Dharmaraj-Savicks and Dr Alessia Tranchese. . Read more

Sussex University PhD Scholarship Opportunity - School of Law, Politics and Sociology

Applications are invited from highly qualified and motivated applicants to take up a new PhD scholarship opportunity in the School of Law, Politics and Sociology (LPS) at the University of Sussex. Read more

PhD Journalism, Media and Culture

The School of Journalism, Media and Culture (JOMEC) has a long-standing reputation as a world-leading centre for innovative teaching and research. Read more

(De)colonising the cosmos: exploring the political ecologies of NewSpace industries (Ref: RDF24/EE/GES/HOWSON)

The global space industry’s value reached £450 billion in 2022, having expanded 70% over the last 10 years. With the rapid outsourcing of launch capabilities to private companies, some forecasts expect the industry to reach £1 trillion in annual revenue by 2040 (Eriksson and Newlove-Eriksson, 2023). Read more

Department of Humanities (Advert Reference: RDF24/ADSS/HUMANITIES)

These studentships are competitive. We recommend contacting the relevant Subject Leads significantly before the application deadline so they can connect you with a supervisor. Read more

Economic, Social and Spatial Effects of Remote Work

The Project. The times of COVID-19 pandemic have seen an unprecedented increase in the remote working arrangements. This phenomenon comes with new opportunities, but also significant challenges and uncertainties. Read more

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