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Social Anthropology BA (Hons)

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
UCAS CODE: L601

Course options

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    London School of Economics and Political Science

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

BA Social Anthropology is designed for imaginative, critical thinkers who are passionate about understanding why the world is as it is – and about using the insights anthropology provides to make it better.

You will explore the incredible diversity of human experience, and consider what is universal to human societies and what is variable. You will examine how different political, legal, and economic systems influence people’s beliefs, values and practices, and you will interrogate the very categories we use to describe the world with, such as gender, religion, race.

In addition, you will explore how anthropological insights can be applied to make a difference: to see how legal systems could be made more just; how public health campaigns could be improved; and how development interventions could be made more effective.

The programme offers full training in anthropological research methods. In addition to undertaking an in-depth ethnographic study during your second year, you will have the opportunity to take part in The Summer Fieldwork Projects scheme. You will also have the opportunity to spend a year abroad at one of the Anthropology Department's global partners.

Students on this programme also have the opportunity to receive a language specialism attached to their degree certificate and transcript - see the programme structure and courses section.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 26,184per year

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

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : AAB

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University information

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • University League Table

    3rd

  • Campus address

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, Houghton Street, Westminster, WC2A 2AE, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Anthropology

    3rd out of 24

  • Entry standards

    / Max 196
    176 90%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    9th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    5th

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