Social Anthropology (MRes)
University of St Andrews
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MRes - Master of Research

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MRes - Master of Research

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University of St Andrews

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The MRes in Social Anthropology provides a firm foundation in the methods and methodologies of social anthropology and the human sciences, to serve as a basis for knowledgeable and skilled research in Social Anthropology. The MRes in Social Anthropology is a full-time taught postgraduate programme run by the Department of Social Anthropology within the School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies. The programme provides a general introduction to social anthropology at the ...Read more

The MRes in Social Anthropology provides a firm foundation in the methods and methodologies of social anthropology and the human sciences, to serve as a basis for knowledgeable and skilled research in Social Anthropology. The MRes in Social Anthropology is a full-time taught postgraduate programme run by the Department of Social Anthropology within the School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies. The programme provides a general introduction to social anthropology at the postgraduate level, which includes enhancing existing anthropological knowledge and developing knowledge in those coming to anthropology for the first time. The MRes includes various social science components, research and methodology training, and core social anthropology teaching.One year full time

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Entry requirements

Students need a good 2.1 Honours undergraduate degree. No previous anthropological experience is required.

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£5,006 per year

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£5,006 per year

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£21,570 per year

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£21,570 per year

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University of St Andrews
College Gate St. Andrews Fife KY16 9AJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Leuchars  2.8 miles away

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