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Social and Cultural Anthropology MSc

UCL (University College London)

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Immerse yourself in the study of social and cultural worlds while stretching your skills in qualitative research. During your year in one of the largest anthropology departments in the UK, you’ll gain in-depth expertise of anthropological theory and analysis, enhanced with specialist knowledge of ethnographic approaches. The practice-based research training you receive is relevant to careers in international development, education, local and national government or the creative industries. The Social and Cultural Anthropology MSc will provide you with comprehensive training in theoretical, ethnographic and methodological debates in social anthropology. You will learn to develop, pursue and analyse research questions, materials and projects across different societies and cultures, and graduate equipped with the latest anthropological knowledge and insights in the field. You will join a world-leading research community and benefit from research-embedded teaching in nationalism, ethnicity and race, the global economy, the environment, religion, social media, fashion and the aftermaths of war. You will specialise in the elements of social anthropology that interest you most, choosing from a range of optional modules to enhance your learning experience. Through your independent research project and dissertation, you will develop skills highly sought after by employers, including data analysis and interpretation, and the communication of complex ideas. These will also prepare you for PhD level study should you wish to pursue it. The Social and Cultural Anthropology MSc is best suited to students looking to gain a qualification and training in integrating anthropological and wider social science approaches to social challenges as a foundation for professional practice or doctoral research, or for graduates from other fields or careers looking to supplement their existing knowledge and experience. The degree is well-suited to working professionals who wish to study part-time over two years. This programme is also available on a modular (flexible) basis, with a duration of 5 calendar years.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 35,400per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus, Gower Street, London, Greater London, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom

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UCL has over 20,000 students from outside the UK. Many tutors are world-leading academics in their field.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Anthropology

    8th out of 23 1

    16th out of 103 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    140 69%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    4th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    16th

    1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    145 73%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    4th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    47th

    24

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