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Research Anthropology

The University of Exeter
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #34
Tuition GBP 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline Jul, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Botswana, Botswana
Language English

Program Overview

The Research Anthropology at The University of Exeter is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 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 Research 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: GBP 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Research Anthropology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. addiction
  2. childhood and old age
  3. human/animal interactions
  4. health and illness, including global health and policy and disability
  5. science and development
  6. race, ethnicity, racism and migration
  7. warfare and secrecy
  8. life and the natural world
  9. art and consumption
  10. sound studies
  11. ritual and religion
  12. material culture, trade and circulation

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You should have a good first degree either in Anthropology or another subject that could prepare you for a research project within the Department of Sociology, Philosophy and Anthropology.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: GBP 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7

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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The University of Exeter

Botswana, Botswana

TheUniversity of Exeteris aresearch universityin theWest CountryofEngland, with its main campus inExeter,Devon. Its predecessor institutions,St Luke's College,Exeter School of Science,Exeter...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jul, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months