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PhD Anthropology at University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Ground-breaking research exploring social and cultural worlds and relations between humans and their environments.

Department: School of Social Science  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research themes include Anthropology of the North, Anthropology of Art and Craft, Environment and Perception, Religion Belief and the State and Museums and Histories of Science.

Career pathways

There are many opportunities at the University of Aberdeen to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability. This is essential for your future career success.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To apply for this programme applicants must have at least a good honours degree in anthropology or a related subject. Applicants intending to progress from the MSc to the PhD programme should also provide a short statement about their research interests. PhD Programme Applicants for this programme must have a good honours degree in anthropology or a related subject and must normally provide evidence of postgraduate training in anthropological research methods. In addition, applicants must provide a detailed research proposal. APPLICANTS ARE STRONGLY ADVISED TO CONTACT POTENTIAL SUPERVISORS BEFORE MAKING AN APPLICATION. We are open to discussing all potential projects with applicants, including the possibility of undertaking these via distance learning. Guidelines for writing a Research Proposal. For both programmes, applicants must provide two academic references from their most recent academic institution. For further guidance on applying, please contact Rachel Smith. If English is not your first language you must also show evidence of attaining standards in English. View details of English language criteria.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time Home/RUK research rate (set by UKRI); part-time is 50% of the full-time rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time international rate for research degrees admitted 2026/27; part-time is 50% of the full-time rate. Source

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