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Full time September MRes 1 year full time
Anthropology (2) Languages, Literature & Culture (21)

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The MRes African Studies programme at the University of Birmingham is designed for those who want to delve deep into research while also developing their skills through taught modules. Ranked second in the country for its performance in the latest Research Excellence Framework exercise, the Department of African Studies and Anthropology offers a supportive and integrated community. You will have the opportunity to choose two modules from a wide range of topics such as African Studies, History, Politics, and Development. With excellent support, including library resources and funding opportunities, this programme prepares you for various career paths in lecturing and research.

About the course

The Department of African Studies and Anthropology has an international reputation as a centre of excellence in the study of Africa and its diasporas.

As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise and active, well-integrated research community.

We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.

You can study full-time or part-time, on campus or by distance learning. The College of Arts and Law is experienced in delivering high quality distance learning to students all over the world. Find out more on our distance learning website.

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Entry Requirements

For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area.

Any academic and professional qualifications or relevant professional experience you may have are normally taken into account, and in some cases, form an integral part of the entrance requirements.


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Where is University of Birmingham

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Student Profile

Ernest Kwofie

What have you learnt from your programme?

“Overall, my knowledge of research methods on African politics has been improved whilst my interactions with different academics and my supervisor in particular have helped me to be more reflexive and critical in the way I develop and present my research ideas.”

What is life like as a student at the University of Birmingham?

“Studying at the University of Birmingham has been significant to my academic development as it has given me the opportunity to meet different people who bring a variety of ideas to the table. Specifically, the weekly seminars in the various Schools and Colleges present an incredible opportunity to learn outside my normal academic lectures whiles there are a range of activities like poetry events that are essential for winding down in a more relaxing but productive fashion. So I must say that life in Birmingham has been full of productive interactions with great minds and particularly for me, I find it beneficial in that it has helped me to sharpen my intellectual and professional skills”.

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