Master's specialisation | Joint programme optionalGender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Politics
Understanding how gender, race, ethnicity, class, religion, and other identities intersect with power structures is key to addressing pressing societal issues such as discrimination, unequal representation, economic disparities, and violent conflicts. This programme equips you to critically analyse these domestic and global dynamics and develop viable solutions to foster more inclusive political and social systems.
Something for you?
- You’re eager to explore how identities—such as gender, race, ethnicity, class, and religion—shape politics and contribute to inequalities and discrimination.
- You’re driven to understand the role of institutional structures and power dynamics in perpetuating exclusion and marginalisation.
- You want to acquire the skills necessary to design policies that foster more inclusive and equal societies.
- You thrive in a collaborative, problem-solving learning environment and are eager to engage in open discussions.
Admission requirements
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Admission and applicationFactsheet
- Main language
- English
- Study duration
- 1 year (60 EC)
- Start
- September
- Contact hours
- 5-10
- Programme format
- Full time
- Degree
- Master of Science, specialisation of Political Science
- Faculty
- Nijmegen School of Management
- CROHO code
- 60203
- Accreditation
- NVAO
What will you learn
This specialisation offers a deep dive into the ongoing debates surrounding equality, diversity, and inclusion. You will gain an advanced understanding of cutting-edge theoretical perspectives that explore how existing power structures and identity-based factors—such as gender, race, ethnicity, age, and disabilities—can either contribute to or help prevent discrimination and marginalisation. You will also acquire practical skills to design, implement, and evaluate organisational interventions and policy solutions intended to foster diversity and inclusion in the public and private sectors.
Study programme
Future career opportunities
Future Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme will be equipped to analyse complex political and societal challenges and design effective policies that promote diversity and inclusion. Potential career paths include:
- Diversity Manager in public or private sector organisations
- Policy Advisor at national, European, or international levels
- Programme Manager at research institutes or think tanks
- Consultant for (trans)national non-governmental organisations
- Trainee in national or international government programmes
Research
The research in this specialisation focuses on critical issues in diversity and inclusion. Some of the key research questions include:
- How do gender, race, ethnicity, and class influence political decision-making at national, European, and global levels, as well as recruitment, promotion, and treatment within the private sector?
- How do individuals’ sexual or ethnic orientation, or other identity factors impact their political participation and representation, their economic opportunities, and exposure to political repression or violence?
- How do the politics of the colonial past affect our relationship with and treatment of individuals of the Global South?
- What are the most effective strategies for promoting and ensuring diversity and inclusion across different sectors?
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If you are going to follow this Master's programme, you will pay an annual tuition fee. There are different tuition rates. The amount depends on your personal situation.
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