Master of Arts in Gender Studies by Coursework and Dissertation
Entry Requirements
A candidate shall be deemed eligible for consideration for admission into a master’s degree in Gender
Studies Degree Programme if they hold the following qualifications:
i. At least a second-class degree of the University of Dar es Salaam or an equivalent degree from a recognised institution of higher learning.
ii. Candidates with a pass degree may also be considered for admission if:
a) their undergraduate performance in the proposed subject of study was a B grade or higher; or b) they have satisfied the Institute of Development Studies of their academic potential through
sub-sequent research experience and/or additional training.
iii. Candidates with a coursework average of B+ or higher in specified postgraduate diplomas may
upgrade registration for a dissertation leading to an MA Gender Studies