Anthropology and French MA (Hons)

Anthropology and French at Aberdeen is a great study combination and will enhance your grounding in what it means to ‘be human’. With an in-depth study of a major modern European language and culture and the opportunity to study abroad, you will develop your language and cultural familiarity skills. The language, perspective and skills you will develop will enable you to pursue a wide range of career options with an international flavour.Anthropology, which scores 100% student satisfaction, will give you a thorough grounding in humanity, the differences in human cultures and communities and how they have developed. You will gain a unique insight into behaviours, beliefs and attitudes all over the world and find connections between aspects of life such as family, economics, politics and religion. Combining this study with a modern European language and culture opens a wide choice of careers.In French, you will benefit from the University's outstanding reputation, having been awarded the highest possible rating in the last national Teaching Quality Assessment. There are many opportunities to develop your language skills informally as well as through courses that appeal to employers.You will also study for half of year three as a Language Assistant or visiting student in a French-speaking country in Europe. The combination of skills that you will graduate with - including critical thinking, communication and analysis will particularly appeal to employers in international business and many other fields where people, cultures, and international outlook feature strongly.