Program Overview
The Anthropology at Oxford Brookes University is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Social Sciences over 9 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Anthropology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 9 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 12,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,130 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Anthropology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- The Study of Biological Anthropology - an introductory module that examines key issues in understanding humans and other primates within the context of biological evolution. It builds an awareness of evolutionary principles and considers the similarities and contrasts between humans and other primates, and their significance for human adaptive success.
- The Study of Social Anthropology - an introduction to the history and practice of social anthropology as a basis for more advanced study in the field, providing an overview of the key theoretical approaches and concepts created by anthropologists over the last 30 years.
- The Study of Social Anthropology Theory - The emergence of social and cultural anthropology as a separate discipline is examined by reference to key works by leading contributors to the development of anthropological theory.
- The Study of Methods and Analysis in Biological Anthropology introduces the methods and analysis used across several fields of biological anthropology. In addition to learning the main concepts of the scientific method and hypothesis testing, students will be introduced to the basic methods of several biological anthropological sub-disciplines including: morphometric analyses (including human diversity, forensics, and skeletal analyses), behavioural observation techniques, population genetics, and evolutionary systematics. Analytical techniques will be introduced in preparation for future research.
- The Study of Anthropology of Art
- The Study of Anthropology of Ritual
- The Study of European Societies
- The Study of South Asian Ethnography
- The Study of Work and the Japanese
- The Study of Personhood, Gender and the Body in Contemporary Japan
- The Study of Humans and Other Primates
- The Study of Primate Societies
- The Study of Human EcologyHuman Resource Ecology
- The Study of Research Methods in Social Anthropology
- The Study of Human Evolutionary Biology and Geography
- Applied Anthropology
- Minorities and Marginality, Class and Conflict in Japan
- Palaeopathology
- Dawn of Civilisation
- Advanced Topics in Social Anthropology
- Hunter Gatherer Ecology
- People and Other Animals
- Cognitive Evolution
- Anthropology Independent Study
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification is required. However, all applications are considered on their merits and we will consider applicants who do not meet the required level, if they can demonstrate through qualifications or experience, they have the knowledge, capabilities and commitment necessary.
English requirements for visas
If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the university\'s requirements.
International applications
- Preparation courses for International and EU students
We offer a range of courses to help you to meet the entry requirements for this course and also familiarise you with university life. You may also be able to apply for one student visa to cover both courses.
- Take our Pre-Master\'s course to help you to meet both the English language and academic entry requirements for your master\'s course.
- If you need to improve your English language, we have pre-sessional English language courses available to help you to meet the English language requirements of your chosen master\xc2\x92s.
If you are studying outside the UK, for more details about your specific country entry requirements, translated information, local contacts and programmes within your country, please have a look at our country pages.
How to apply
Applications for the Graduate Diploma in Anthropology should be made direct to the University.
The check list of items required for application is as follows:
- Application form, fully completed and signed
- A personal statement (section 10 of application form)
- One recent academic reference
- Second reference (academic, employer or character reference)
- Copy of degree certificate(s) and/or course transcripts
- English Language Certificate
- Completed checklist.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,130 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,130 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Oxford Brookes University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 9 months