Master of Philosophy in Biological Anthropological Science at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

The MPhil in Biological Anthropological Science is a special course offered to students who already have substantial knowledge in biological anthropology. Students will be trained in a particular specialisation through independent, supervised research. By the end of the course, students will have carried out a substantial research project.

Faculty: School of the Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: Department of Archaeology | Duration: 12 months full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2027 | Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students may choose between two alternative formats for their thesis: either in the form of a thesis of not more than 30,000 words in length, or in the form of at least two research articles.

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Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. Admission to the MPhil in Biological Anthropological Science is based on high achievement in a previous or current degree, typically first class, high II.i or equivalent. Students will normally hold an undergraduate degree in either Anthropology or Biological Anthropology, though applications are treated on a case by case basis. If you have a non-traditional academic trajectory or your most recent degree is five or more years in the past, please get in touch with the postgraduate admissions administrator before making an application so that we can advise you appropriately. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 26,982 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 44,826 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/aaarmpbas/apply

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