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  MPhil in Anthropocene Studies


University of Cambridge    Department of Geography

Full time See Course Other, MPhil 11 months full time
Environmental Sciences (13) Geography (17) Sociology (33)

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Are you passionate about understanding the challenges of the modern world? Look no further than our MPhil in Anthropocene Studies. This 11-month programme offers advanced study and research into the Anthropocene, exploring the complex relationships between humans, non-humans, and physical processes. Whether you have a degree in Geography or a related discipline like Anthropology or Environmental Science, this course will equip you with the critical thinking skills and subject expertise needed to tackle complex issues. From seminars and lectures to practical assessments and a research dissertation, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the Anthropocene and its implications. Join us and make a difference in shaping our future.

About the course

This MPhil offers an 11-month programme of advanced study and research into the challenges to the contemporary world represented by the idea of the Anthropocene. The course is intended for students with a good first degree in geography or a range of related disciplines.

The aims of the course are:

(i) to enable students to acquire a critical and well-informed understanding of the contested geopolitics and knowledge politics of the idea of the Anthropocene and of its provocation to re-interpret and re-imagine relationships between humans, non-humans and physical processes;

(ii) to give students the opportunity to acquire or develop advanced subject expertise and transferable skills relevant to their research interests and career aspirations; 

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Entry Requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK High II.i Honours Degree.

If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.

Applicants are welcome with first degrees in Geography or broadly related disciplines, e.g. Anthropology, Archaeology, Political Science, Development Studies, Sociology, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Human Sciences, Philosophy, English, History.

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