Master of Arts in Gender Studies (Major Research Paper)

The one-year Gender Studies MA program trains students in critical race, gender, and sexuality studies and social justice.
Gender Studies at Queen's distinctively foregrounds critical race conceptual frameworks at all levels of our undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Students examine gender, our key category of analysis, in terms of its interdependence with race, class, nation, sexuality, disability, age, religion, colonialism and globalization. Students conduct research in Canada and internationally and articulate their scholarship with local and global action for social justice. Students produce scholarship that is directly applicable to work for social change and to a wide variety of academic and nonacademic careers.
Gender Studies at Queen's distinctively foregrounds critical race conceptual frameworks at all levels of our undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Students examine gender, our key category of analysis, in terms of its interdependence with race, class, nation, sexuality, disability, age, religion, colonialism and globalization. Students conduct research in Canada and internationally and articulate their scholarship with local and global action for social justice. Students produce scholarship that is directly applicable to work for social change and to a wide variety of academic and non-academic careers.

A four-year undergraduate degree (BAHon) from a recognized university in gender studies or cognate fields (women's studies, feminist studies, sexuality studies) or in another field with evidence of a prior focus on gender.
A minimum of B+ in the last two years of university study.
Current CV: An updated Curriculum Vitae or resume showing your previous education, professional, and volunteer experience
Writing Sample: There is no word count for a writing sample submission, however we recommend submitting a sample between 8-10 pages. We are interested in seeing any of the following:
A peer-reviewed academic journal article.
A report that you have authored for an organization, agency, or institution.
An unpublished thesis from an earlier degree.
A portfolio of your contributions (e.g., an artist's portfolio, a professional website, etc.)
Or some other sample of your writing (e.g., an essay for a course you have already completed)
Letters of Recommendation: Two current academic references are required. Requests for references are sent to your referees electronically via the online application once you submit your application.
Transcripts: Official, up-to-date transcripts for all current and previous study listed by the applicant in the 'Academic Background' section of their online application are required. Visit the SGS website for more details.
Potential Faculty Supervisor: Review the list of potential faculty supervisors and identify faculty members with whom you would like to work. Applicants may find it helpful to email potential supervisors to inquire as to their availability for supervision.
Statement of Research Interests: A description of the objectives of your research, the context, relevant theories, methodology, and contribution to the advancement of knowledge. Be sure to position your proposed research in relation to current knowledge in the field of Gender Studies and critical literature you find interesting and useful.
Minimum scores required on the TOEFL Internet based Test (TOEFL iBT) are: Writing test:24 (out of 30), Speaking test: 22 (out of 30), Reading test: 22 (out of 30), Listening test: 20 (out of 30), for a TOEFL iBT minimum TOTAL SCORE: 88 (out of 120). Applicants must have the minimum score in each test, as well as the minimum overall score. IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - score of 7 on the academic module