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PhD of Social Anthropology

About the program

Three-year full-time Doctor of Philosophy programme in Social Anthropology offered by the School of Social and Political Science.

Design and undertake an original research project in Social Anthropology. Critically evaluate specialist literature and research evidence. Apply appropriate research methods and ethics
and communicate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.

Three-year full-time research programme. The programme combines work on your thesis project
Usually based on long-term fieldwork
With systematic training in anthropological and social research skills. Taught components named on the page: Research Training Centre. Assessment is by a written thesis examined in an oral viva.

Course page entry requirement: Merit in a Masters degree. International applicants use country-specific equivalents listed on the course page and must show English proficiency.

Good honours degree and/or master's degree in a relevant subject, Research proposal and supervisor for self-funded projects.

Review the research degree entry requirements and identify a suitable supervisor where necessary. Prepare transcripts
Qualifications
A research proposal and supporting evidence requested for your subject. Submit the research application and respond to any follow-up requests. Accept an offer and complete immigration arrangements if needed.

Campus	Birmingham
Faculty or school	College of Arts and Law
Department	African Studies and Anthropology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	360
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.