Anthropology and Development London School of Economics and Political Science

Overview

The MSc Anthropology and Development at the London School of Economics and Political Science offers a sophisticated exploration of the tensions between planned global interventions and organic social transformations. Students engage with the complex realities of economic globalisation while mastering the ethnographic tools necessary to critique and improve modern development policies. This degree provides a unique academic lens through which to view the historical and contemporary drivers of global inequality and poverty reduction.

Why Anthropology and Development at the London School of Economics and Political Science?

The Department of Anthropology is internationally renowned, consistently ranked as a top-tier centre for the discipline within the United Kingdom. Students benefit from a rich heritage of social science excellence, learning within a department that pioneered British social anthropology. The curriculum is supported by the Department of International Development, ensuring a multidisciplinary environment where cutting-edge research informs every seminar. Access to world-leading experts and a diverse, global peer network makes this institution an unparalleled choice for postgraduate study.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 28900 per year
• National fee: GBP 18300 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum combines core theoretical foundations with flexible options to suit specific research interests. Modules may include:

• Anthropology of Development
• Development: History, Theory and Policy
• Dissertation
• Economic Anthropology
• Anthropology and the Anthropocene

Careers with Anthropology and Development

Graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for professional roles in international development, policy analysis, and social research. The programme equips students with the analytical skills required for high-level positions in non-governmental organisations, governmental bodies, and global consultancy firms. According to recent graduate outcomes, alumni frequently secure employment in the following sectors:

• Education, Teaching and Research
• Consultancy
• Information, Digital Technology and Data
• Financial and Professional Services
• Recruitment and Employment Activities

The London School of Economics and Political Science provides extensive career support, including bespoke workshops on CV development, interview techniques, and networking opportunities with top global employers.