Anthropology of International Development and Humanitarian Assistance MSc

Brunel University London Anthropology

Full time & Part time September MSc 1 year full-time / 2 or 2.5 years part-time

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Are you passionate about understanding the complexities of international development and humanitarian assistance? Look no further than the MSc in Anthropology of International Development and Humanitarian Assistance at Brunel University. This programme delves into the critical issues and debates surrounding these fields, exploring their implications from an anthropological perspective. With a focus on ethnographic fieldwork, you'll have the chance to conduct your own original research, both in the UK and overseas. Whether you're a graduate in anthropology, sociology, economics, or any related discipline, this course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed for a career in NGOs, international agencies, or the civil service. Join us on this transformative academic journey and make a real impact in the world.

About the course

Ask Brunel

Over the last ten years, global aspirations to reduce the suffering of the ‘bottom billion’ have led to unprecedented attention on international development. International agencies, governments and NGOs are working more intensely than ever before to deliver appropriate policies and interventions.

Anthropology has played a key role in the emergence of new perspectives on humanitarian assistance and the livelihoods of populations caught up in extreme circumstances such as famines, natural disasters and wars.

On the one hand, this has led to a radical re-thinking of what has been happening, but on the other hand, it has led to anthropologists sometimes playing controversial roles in agendas associated with the ‘war on terror’.

Entry Requirements

A 2:2 (or above) UK Honours degree or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification.

Applicants with other degrees along with relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Fees

2024/25
UK £11,550
International £21,260

Where will I study?

Brunel University London

Brunel University London, founded in 1966, is a leading technology university renowned for its education and research, as well as its spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. It is ranked 1st in the UK and 4th in the world for International Outlook by the times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024. Research forms the foundation of its teaching. Brunel is rated 74th globally for research impact (Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2023) and its research helps the United Nations work towards its Sustainable Development Goals. The results of <a href="https://www.brunel.ac.uk/news-and-events/news/articles/REF-2021-results?utm_source=fam&utm_medium=profile&utm_campaign=ec2024-pg-annual" target="_blank">REF 2021</a> confirm Brunel’s position as a top 40 UK research-intensive university. Over 100 postgraduate taught courses are on offer with a choice of full-time, part-time, distance and online study, spanning subjects in Business, Arts, Social Sciences, Health and Life Sciences, Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. <a href="http://tinyurl.com/a3f5dr9r">Register your interest with Brunel University London - Enquiry Form</a>