MA Social Anthropology at Goldsmiths, University of London

Programme overview

Are you interested in a career in anthropology, but haven’t studied the subject before? Have you studied anthropology in the past, but need to consolidate this experience before moving into anthropological research? Whatever your disciplinary background, you’ll have the opportunity to build a solid base in social anthropology, its theoretical foundations, methodology and ethnographic diversity.

Faculty: School of Global Change | Department: Anthropology | Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules (compulsory modules): Anthropological Theory, Anthropological Research Methods, Dissertation.

Career pathways

This programme is ideal if you're thinking of pursuing a career in the media, or in research, teaching, policy and many other fields. Recent graduates have been employed by Amnesty International, Médecins Sans Frontières, and the Royal Anthropological Institute.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant/related subject. You might also be considered for some programmes if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. English language: IELTS 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,800 a year (2026/2027). Home - full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 23,000 a year (2026/2027). International - full-time Source

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://mygoldsmiths.gold.ac.uk/OnlineServices/applications/appModuleList.aspx?id=128000010222188

Explore more study programmes

Arts & Humanities