Overview

The Social Anthropology at the University of St Andrews provides a general introduction to social anthropology at the postgraduate level, which includes enhancing existing anthropological knowledge and developing knowledge in those coming to anthropology for the first time. The MRes includes various social science components, research and methodology training, and core social anthropology teaching.

Highlights

The programme combines opportunities for theoretical development and specialist interests with training in research methodologies.
Small class sizes ranging from two to ten students encourages student-led seminars and discussion as well as more contact with supervisors.

The course introduces cross-disciplinary connections and differences.

Careers

Social Anthropology graduates have characteristics many employers seek, and a Social Anthropology degree provides openings to a wide range of careers. Graduates have gained successful employment in areas such as:

international policy
journalism (BBC and The Independent)
marketing
teaching
wildlife conservation.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Being a Social Scientist: Skills, Processes and Outcomes

Philosophy and Methodology of the Social Sciences

Qualitative Methods in Social Research

Quantitative Research in Social Science

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Anthropology History Ancient History View 379 other Masters in History in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

A good 2.1 Honours undergraduate degree.

personal statement (optional)

sample of academic written work (2,000 words)

two original signed academic references

academic transcripts and degree certificates

evidence of English language proficiency (required if English is not your first language).

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Tuition Fee

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International

25900 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25900 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

12030 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12030 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for St Andrews

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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