Overview

The concept of “learning through research” forms the basis of the Social and Cultural Anthropology MA programme from University of Hamburg and ties together the development of theoretical issues, individual research design, the acquisition and application of advanced ethnographic methods, and comparative analysis of existing sources. The Institute of Social and Cultural Anthropology maintains an extensive network of international partners in both teaching and research. The focus on project work in particular enables students to prepare for a career in a whole range of exciting fields. The program is one of the largest master’s degree programs in social and cultural anthropology on offer in Germany. Students benefit from very good supervision and a broad range of course options.

Students engage in contemporary issues such as migration, urban and rural transformation, consumption, governance, family transformation, natural resource management, and climate change and investigate these issues in a variety of regional contexts across the world.

Career Opportunities

The program's focus on expertise in research methods and socially relevant topics prepares students for careers in a variety of areas such as research, teaching, development cooperation, roles in international organizations, museum and cultural management, media, and tourism.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sociology

Cultural Studies

Anthropology

Social Work
History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in German

TOEFL^® IBT

70

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamburg, Germany

Disciplines

Anthropology Sociology View 23 other Masters in Sociology in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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70

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Other requirements

General requirements

Proof of first degree, language proficiency.

A first degree in social and cultural anthropology (e.g., bachelor’s degree) from Universität Hamburg or a comparable degree from another university.

Proof of sufficient proficiency in English (Internet-based TOEFL: 70, GER: B2, or German Abitur grade / Abitur intensive courses: 12 points).

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

There is no tuition fee, only a semester contribution of €335 (winter).

Living costs

Hamburg

Germany

897 - 1417 EUR / month

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

Funding

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