Degree from a Dutch research university

Competencies

This is a selective Master's. You will be considered for admission to the research Master's programme Gender Studies if you have a Bachelor’s diploma from a Dutch university (or international equivalent) and can demonstrate the following knowledge, insight and skills:

• A clear interest in gender studies and/or postcolonial studies, which is shown by having taken at least 45 EC of components in these fields with above-average results and/or by equivalent work/research experience (elaborated in your CV).
• Knowledge of the main types of research issues, methods, and basic concepts within the broad field of Gender Studies in the Humanities and/or Social Sciences, with special focus on the intersecting categories of gender, race, class, sexuality and religion.
• A strong motivation to carry out cutting-edge academic research and the ambition to follow a programme that trains you to become a starting researcher in today’s globalised societies (demonstrated in your motivation letter).
• Good knowledge of English, as demonstrated by your motivation letter, your writing sample and your interview. 

Selection procedure

The Admissions Committee reviews your application. Based on the documents you submit, the committee will assess whether you have the skills and knowledge required to successfully complete the Master’s programme within the nominal duration. The committee takes into account the following criteria:

• Motivation and talent.
• Level of required knowledge and the mastery of methods and techniques used in the subject area.
• General high level of professional and intellectual ability.
• Command of the language(s) used in the programme.

In addition, an interview may be part of the selection procedure.

The research MA programme in Gender Studies admits a maximum of 20 students each year. If the number of applications meeting the admission criteria exceeds the number of available places, the Admissions Committee will select those candidates who best combine academic achievement, (inter)disciplinary study background and capacity for graduate-level research. In their overall selection, the committee will also strive for inclusivity and a balance between international and Dutch students.

Previous education

The following Bachelor’s programmes are a good preparation for this Master’s programme:

• Any Bachelor’s degree, preferably within the Humanities or Social Sciences.
• Taal- en cultuurstudies with a major (hoofdrichting) in Gender Studies and/or Postcolonial Studies
• Liberal Arts and Sciences with a major (hoofdrichting) in Gender Studies and/or Postcolonial Studies

Gender Studies (research) does not offer a Pre-Master’s programme. 

Not sure if you are eligible?

You can contact the Programme Coordinators with questions about your eligibility.