PGCert Women, Violence and Conflict
University of York
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University of York - Heslington Campus

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Violence and conflict are always gendered processes. Shining a critical light on gender helps us to understand violence and conflict better.This Postgraduate Certificate is ideal for students looking to broaden their theoretical perspective on the area of women, violence and conflict by applying feminist theoretical approaches and a gendered lens. Attentive to intersecting categories, youll form an awareness of how violence and conflict affect gendered lives differently in local and global ...Read more

Violence and conflict are always gendered processes. Shining a critical light on gender helps us to understand violence and conflict better.This Postgraduate Certificate is ideal for students looking to broaden their theoretical perspective on the area of women, violence and conflict by applying feminist theoretical approaches and a gendered lens. Attentive to intersecting categories, you'll form an awareness of how violence and conflict affect gendered lives differently in local and global contexts. The course's specialist focus on gendered experiences of violence and conflict provides the advanced knowledge suitable for further study and careers in organisations engaging with issues around human rights, politics and welfare support.This is an interdisciplinary programme where students can select option modules offered by the Centre for Women’s Studies (CWS), English and Related Literature, Sociology, and other departments.

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02 Nov 23

The research facilities are excellent and the expertise of staff outstanding. The library has access to so many resources and able to access new ones if requested. As a PhD..Read more

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Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent in a related subject. Other qualifications and experience: Applications from those with other qualifications may be considered on their merits. Applications are also welcomed from mature students and those returning to education.

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£5,006 per year

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£11,960 per year

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£11,960 per year

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Accommodation - 3960 Per year

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The research facilities are excellent and the expertise of staff outstanding. The library has access to so many resources and able to access new ones if requested. As a PhD...
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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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