Master of Gender, Society and Culture (Preparatory Programme)
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The aim of this programme is to introduce you to key issues and theories relating to gender and sexualities. The programme has a predominantly taught component, and a research element in the form of a long essay. You are expected to cover all the prescribed readings and participate in all activities related to the programme. You are advised to keep pace with the work set, allowing sufficient time for any research work and/or revision. Depending on the qualification submitted on entry, the Board will require you to register for the set compulsory study-units. The Board may also ask you to register for other study-units which together with the compulsory study-units will amount to a maximum total of 60 ECTS credits. Need help? The aim of this programme is to introduce you to key issues and theories relating to gender and sexualities. The programme has a predominantly taught component, and a research element in the form of a long essay. You are expected to cover all the prescribed readings and participate in all activities related to the programme. You are advised to keep pace with the work set, allowing sufficient time for any research work and/or revision. Depending on the qualification submitted on entry, the Board will require you to register for the set compulsory study-units. The Board may also ask you to register for other study-units which together with the compulsory study-units will amount to a maximum total of 60 ECTS credits. Need help?
Career Opportunities
Equality, diversity and inclusion experts within human resources; gender and diversity experts working in institutions such as NCPE, MSC, Human Rights Directorate; gender equality plan designer and implementer; Policy maker in gender and sexualities.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 All students accepted to join the preparatory programme shall be required to register for the following compulsory study-units. Depending on the qualification submitted on entry, the Board may also require students to register for other study-units to a maximum total of 60 ECTS credits. Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) GRS3000 Long Essay 8 ECTS Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) GDS1009 Gender, Sociology and Politics 6 ECTS GDS2002 The Intersectionality of Inequality 4 ECTS GRS2006 Gender, Sexuality and Religion 4 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) GDS3004 Mainstreaming for Diversity 4 ECTS GRS2005 Sexual and Gender Diversity for Social Wellbeing 4 ECTS This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Postgraduate Awards, 2021 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of the Degree of Master of Gender, Society and Culture - M.A. (M. GSC) - under the auspices of the Faculty for Social Wellbeing.
Admission Requirements
General Entry Requirements Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Special Course Requirements The Course shall be open to applicants in possession of a Bachelor degree obtained with Third Class Honours or Category III, provided that such applicants are in possession of other qualifications or relevant experience, obtained following the first cycle degree. The Faculty Admissions Committee may, after thorough examination of documents submitted in support of the qualifications presented, and following an interview, recommend the admission of applicants applying for admission in terms of the University’s Policy for the Recognition and Accreditation of Prior Learning (RPL) who are in possession of other academic or professional qualifications and documented experience. The admission of such applicants may be made subject to those conditions that may be imposed to address any lacunae in the applicants’ academic preparation. Notes and any other requirements All applicants shall be required to demonstrate that they have the necessary aptitude and disposition to follow the Course with profit which shall be measured by means of a personal interview conducted by an interviewing board appointed for the purpose. The interviewing board appointed by the Board shall be composed of at least three members. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
€4,250 (Non-EU)
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 1 year
- Credits 60
