MA Transnational Queer Feminist Politics

Course Overview This unique MA programme reorients Western-centric Gender and Queer Studies towards the complex specificities of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. It combines a rigorous grounding in contemporary theory with specialized study of gender and sexuality across these regions, facilitated by the expertise of SOAS's internationally recognised scholars. Key Program Highlights Decenters Western perspectives to focus on Asian, African, and Middle Eastern contexts Rigorous engagement with contemporary transnational gender and queer theory Taught by internationally recognised scholars with deep regional expertise Offers a solid theoretical foundation with flexible, specialist pathways Draws on the unparalleled regional resources and focus of SOAS