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Women's and Gender Studies and Information Studies
The Women’s and Gender Studies and Information Studies Master of Arts program at Texas University is a two-year, full-time on-campus interdisciplinary degree that bridges feminist theory with information ethics, digital literacy, and archival research. Designed for students who want to explore how gender, sexuality, and power intersect with knowledge systems and technological infrastructures, the program offers critical tools for examining information access, media representation, and institutional structures. Students study intersectional feminism, queer theory, digital archives, and information justice, cultivating both analytical insight and applied skills for research and advocacy in information-rich environments.
The curriculum encourages both critical inquiry and community engagement, blending coursework with hands-on projects in digital humanities, library science, and social research. Students work closely with faculty across disciplines and benefit from access to research centers, library collections, and digital scholarship labs. Through collaborative seminars, policy analysis, and public scholarship, students explore how gender and sexuality shape the production, classification, and dissemination of knowledge. By graduation, they are equipped to challenge inequities in systems of information while building inclusive, ethically grounded approaches to data, media, and knowledge preservation.
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Women's and Gender Studies and Information Studies
- Degree Type: Master of Arts
- Duration: 2 years
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 01 December 2025
- Location: University of Texas at Austin, United States
- Field of Study: Gender & Sexuality Studies
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations in Gender and Information Theory
- Feminist Theory and Methodologies
- Foundations of Information Studies
- Social Justice and Information Ethics
- Seminar: Gender, Media, and Representation
Semester 2 – Research Practices and Digital Engagement
- Qualitative Research and Data Collection
- Gender and Technology in Society
- Archives, Memory, and Identity
- Digital Tools for Scholarship and Advocacy
Semester 3 – Applied Knowledge and Intersectional Systems
- Public Policy and Gender Equity
- Information Literacy and Community Engagement
- Queer and Trans Theories
- Fieldwork or Practicum in Information Settings
Semester 4 – Integration and Capstone Work
- Thesis or Digital Research Project
- Seminar in Feminist Information Practice
- Career Strategies in Advocacy and Academia
- Portfolio Development and Public Presentation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this interdisciplinary program are well-prepared for meaningful roles in advocacy organizations, academic institutions, libraries, archives, nonprofits, and policy think tanks. Career paths include equity officer, research analyst, digital archivist, information policy advisor, and gender and media consultant, especially within social justice-focused organizations, cultural institutions, and community-based education networks. The dual focus on critical gender analysis and information systems gives alumni a unique skill set that allows them to address data bias, influence public discourse, develop inclusive information resources, and challenge exclusionary practices in knowledge creation. Their ability to combine scholarly inquiry with applied engagement positions them as thoughtful change-makers in both academic and practical spheres.
Why Choose This Program
This program delivers a rare combination of critical feminist theory, information studies expertise, and applied research practice, ideal for students who want to rethink the relationships between power, knowledge, and technology. Texas University provides a rich academic environment, strong mentorship, and opportunities for fieldwork, public scholarship, and interdisciplinary exploration. The two-year format allows students to immerse themselves in both theory and real-world application, culminating in a thesis or digital project that reflects their unique vision. For those seeking to build a career that merges advocacy, scholarship, and systemic transformation, this program offers the academic rigor, ethical grounding, and intellectual community needed to lead with purpose.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +1 (512) 471-3434
Email: gradadmissions@utexas.edu
Address: 110 Inner Campus Drive, Stop G1800, Austin, TX 78712, USA
