Overview

Delve into the areas of study that interest you, from religion and beliefs to issues of race, gender, class and more with the Social Anthropology degree at the University of Birmingham.

Key facts

As a postgraduate researcher of Social Anthropology, you’ll be supported by a leading department to produce a project that will enhance your career, or set you on the path to pursue academia further.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The first year (or part-time equivalent) of a PhD usually includes a literature review specific to your thesis and topic.

You'll begin to undertake your research and relevant training.

You’ll continue to research and write your thesis.

During your studies you’ll be encouraged to present your research to the wider academic community and to the public at seminars and conferences, or even submit work for publication in specialist journals.

You’ll have opportunities for networking and playing an active role in our vibrant postgraduate research community.

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-29 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

If you are submitting your own research proposal, applications are accepted all year round, but if you wish to start in September, you should apply by 1 June.

Language

English

PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Anthropology View 89 other Masters in Anthropology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Other requirements

General requirements

For MRes and MA by Research programmes, we usually require 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 are normally taken into account, and in some cases, form an integral part of the entrance requirements.
If you’re applying for distance learning research programmes, you’ll also need to show that you have the time, commitment, facilities and experience to study by distance learning.
You'll normally need to submit a research proposal. The word count is typically 1,000-1,500 words for Arts programmes and around 2,500 words for Law programmes. See the Application Process section for more information.

Tuition Fee

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International

22600 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22600 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

4921 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4921 GBP per year during 12 months.

UK: £2,461 part-time

International: £11,300 part-time (distance learning only)

Living costs for Birmingham

765 - 1134 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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Scholarships Information

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