MA Anthropology at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The MA Anthropology gives a grounding in the principles and methods of anthropology, with teaching led by research staff in conflict and borders, religion, cognition and culture, material culture and art, migration and diasporas, human-animal relations and emotions. Students design and carry out their own field research.

Faculty: School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics | Department: Anthropology | Duration: 1 year full-time; 3 years part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Advanced Anthropological Methods, Advanced Anthropological Perspectives, Ethnographic Writing, Approaches to Research Design (20 credits each) and a 60-credit Dissertation. Options include The Anthropology of Music, Anthropology of Conflict: Ireland and Beyond and the Atlantic Anthropological Workshop.

Career pathways

The programme prepares students for competitive careers or further study at PhD level; the dissertation module offers placements and internships at home or overseas.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject including Anthropology, Sociology and Cultural Studies, or equivalent. Music, Geography, Psychology, Irish Studies, History and Languages may be considered. Applicants below 2.2 with relevant professional experience are considered case by case. A piece of written work may be required. Apply ideally by 13 August 2027. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in every component (taken within the last 2 years) or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,250 a year (2027/28). Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland fee Source

International applicants: GBP 24,400 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 3 years part-time

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