Gender Studies

Non-Award

Examine thought-provoking issues around gender and sexuality in society today with a major in Gender Studies.

Key details

Degree Type

Non-Award

Study Mode

In person

About this course

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career options.

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you're interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

We are in the midst of a new wave of interest in gender, as evidenced through popular cultural phenomena such as #metoo, and public debates and policy challenges about social issues such as political representation, sexual and family violence, transgender rights, or radicalisation. Gender Studies equips you with highly relevant skills and knowledge that can be applied across multiple domains.

Study locations

Albany

Perth

Career pathways

Students cultivate skills in critical thinking around gender and sexuality which can be applied to many areas:

Community development
Human resource management
Human rights and equal opportunity
Law
Media and journalism
Policy planning
Politics
Research
Social work
Teaching and education
Women's services

The University of Western Australia (UWA)