Overview

The MA Visual Anthropology at Goldsmiths, University of London approach visual anthropology through the study of the politics and aesthetics of representation, documentary and ethnographic film, and anthropological perspectives on art.

Key facts

As a practice-oriented MA, there is a clear emphasis on applying anthropological knowledge to the actual making of visual artefacts, and not just their analysis.

The MA is open to people with a range of backgrounds in anthropology and related fields, so you’ll join a diverse group of students with varying perspectives.As a graduate, you’ll be well-placed to pursue a career in visual anthropology (be it research- or practice-oriented), and to bring an anthropological sensibility to the visual to other disciplines.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anthropology of Art
Ethnographic Film and Cinema Studies
Anthropology Video Production
Critique and Diversions in Visual Anthropology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There is no official deadline of when to apply by, it’s best to apply early.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Visual Arts Anthropology View 76 other Masters in Anthropology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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92

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62

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General requirements

You should have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least upper second class standard in a relevant/related subject.
You might also be considered for some programmes if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27500 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

14300 GBP / year

≈ 14300 GBP / year

Additional Details

National - part-time: £7150

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Additional Details

Living costs

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