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Women's Studies and Feminist Research

University of Western Ontario
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location London, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Women's Studies and Feminist Research at University of Western Ontario is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Women's Studies and Feminist Research programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 8
  5. Tuition: CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
  6. Location: London, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Women's Studies and Feminist Research programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Feminist Theory
  2. Feminist Theory and Methods in the Arts and Humanities
  3. Queer and Transgender Studies
  4. Gender and Development: Engaging with Theory, Practice and Advocacy
  5. Indigenous Gender and Sexuality Studies

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Honours BA in Women\'s, Gender or Feminist Studies.
  • A minimum average of B+ (78%) in the last two years of study.
  • Students from other disciplines may be considered if they demonstrate adequate preparation in feminist theory and methodology (at least three full-course equivalents above the first-year level including one seminar at the 300 level or above).

English Proficiency: IELTS 8 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

Tuition fees: CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 8

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Western Ontario directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Western Ontario

University of Western Ontario logo

University of Western Ontario

London, Canada

public research university located in London, Ontario, Canada

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months