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Gender Studies degrees in Finland

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Looking for graduate level options? See Masters degrees in Gender Studies in Finland

Study a Gender Studies degree in Finland in 2025

Gender studies as an academic field looks at gender identity and the representation of different genders. Historically, gender studies has been referred to as women's studies and encompassed topics such as feminism and politics. But over the years, the field has evolved to overlap with other areas, like queer studies and men's studies, and is now inclusive of more people and genders.

There are several career paths associated with a degree in gender studies. These include psychology, healthcare, human resources and public and private sector work, among others.

Your degree will be delivered through a mixture of modes. These could include lectures, seminars and group projects. Modules you study might include:

  • Religion and gender
  • Gender and sexuality
  • Feminism
  • Gender identity

Study in Finland

With a diverse and rich culture, Finland has a reputation for prioritising higher education. The country boasts the highest rate of students choosing to go into higher education, and all teachers in Finland have to have at least a Master's degree. This not only displays how seriously the Finnish take their education system, but also demonstrates the high quality of teaching you will have access to as an international student studying in Finland.

See our detailed guide to studying in Finland for international students.

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