PhD Social Anthropology at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Examine human behaviour and relationships under expert research supervision. Examine human behaviour and relationships under expert research supervision. Join a lively PhD community of students working in all of the world's continents and on a variety of topics.

What you will study

The staff are very supportive, and always suggests new spaces to develop your research. In the case of Anthropology, it must be the most vibrant atmosphere there is in the UK at the moment, including the particular strength of Visual Anthropology.

Career pathways

At Manchester you will have access to a number of opportunities to help support you with your goals for the future. As a postgraduate researcher, you'll have access to a dedicated Researcher Development Team who will support your professional development throughout your PhD journey and beyond.

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Application information

Entry requirements

- Bachelor's (Honours) degree in Social Anthropology or a cognate subject with an overall average of 2:1 (UK 60%) or above (or overseas equivalent); and/or Master's degree in Social Anthropology or a relevant subject with a minimum of 65% in the dissertation and overall grade, with no mark below 55% (or overseas equivalent); Candidates with only an Undergraduate degree will normally be considered for the 1+3 Programme (integrated MA in... English language: IELTS test minimum score - 7.0 overall, 7.0 in writing, 6.5 in other sections. Interview: As part of the offer making process applicants will be required to undertake an interview assessment.

International applicants: GBP 23,000 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3/4 Years [Full-time], 6/8 Years [Part-time]

Apply through the official page: https://www.humanities.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/how-to-apply/

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