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Anthrozoology

The University of Exeter
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #34
Tuition GBP 15,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Delivery Online
Location Botswana, Botswana
Language English

Program Overview

The Anthrozoology at The University of Exeter is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered Online. 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 humanities. 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 Anthrozoology 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Online
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 15,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Anthrozoology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. ANTM102-Anthrozoology: Theory and Method-30
  2. ANTM103-Applied Anthrozoology-30
  3. ANTM904-Dissertation-60
  4. ANTM100-The Animal Mirror: Representations of Animality-15
  5. ANTM101-Animals, Health and Healing-15
  6. ANTM104-Family Hominidae and Other Primates-15
  7. ANTM105-Humans and Wildlife: Conflict and Conservation-15
  8. ANTM107-Anthrozoology Residential-15

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: Upper Second Class

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

Candidates must satisfy the general admissions requirements of the University of Exeter (normally a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in a related discipline).

However, as this is a specialist and multi-disciplinary programme, then students who do not meet the general admissions requirements but who have substantial professional or personal experience which is directly related to the programme will be considered. Students who wish to be considered on the basis of professional or personal experience should submit a detailed personal statement outlining their relevant experience. Students who do not fulfil the general admissions requirements may also be required to attend an interview and/or complete an assignment in order to assess their academic ability.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 15,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 15,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact The University of Exeter 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 The University of Exeter

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Botswana, Botswana

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months