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  Social Anthropology (On-Campus or by Distance Learning) - MA by Research


Online University of Birmingham    School of History and Cultures

Full time & Part time September, January Research Only, MA 1 Year Full Time
Anthropology (2) History & Archaeology (19) Languages, Literature & Culture (21) Politics & Government (30)

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Are you passionate about understanding different cultures and societies? The MA by Research in Social Anthropology at the Department of African Studies and Anthropology offers you the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of anthropology. With internationally recognized staff and a diverse range of expertise, you will benefit from a supportive and engaging research community. Whether you choose to study on campus or by distance learning, this programme provides flexibility and a fantastic research environment. Entry requirements typically include a good Honours degree or equivalent, and relevant professional experience is also considered. Prepare yourself for a rewarding career in academia or research.

About the course

The Department of African Studies and Anthropology is internationally recognised as a centre of excellence in research and postgraduate training. 

As a postgraduate researcher in the Department, you will benefit from its international staff, interdisciplinary approach, diverse range of expertise, and active research community. Alongside our expertise in Africa and its diasporas, current DASA anthropologists also work in Europe and Melanesia, and can supervise projects related to their wide-ranging thematic expertise.  Our staff are committed to long term, on the ground, research on matters of global importance .

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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.

If you are applying for distance learning research programmes, you will also be required to demonstrate that you have the time, commitment, facilities and experience to study by distance learning.


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