MSc in Social Anthropology
Programme overview
The MSc in Social Anthropology provides students with a strongly research-based Master’s degree. The programme combines deep subject knowledge with broadened perspectives and links with wider society. The MSc in Social Anthropology applies deep and broad perspectives to an understanding of social communities and culture as a coherent whole. The programme provides specialisation in the scholarly approach that is fundamental to students aiming to pursue PhD studies but which is also of considerable value for advanced work as a policy or operational officer in organisations and activities at different levels. Furthermore, the programme provides students with broadened theoretical perspectives, expanded knowledge of qualitative methodology, skills to adapt to a changing working life and the ability to contribute to development in society and working life.
In the programme, the students will acquire:
• Knowledge and understanding of social anthropology, including both broad knowledge of the field and a considerable degree of specialised knowledge of certain areas of the field as well as specialised insight into current research and development work
• Specialised knowledge of research methods in social anthropology
• The ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and analyse, assess and deal with complex phenomena, issues and situations, even with limited information
• The ability to identify and formulate research questions critically, autonomously and creatively as well as to plan and, using appropriate methods, undertake advanced tasks within predetermined time frames and so contribute to the formation of knowledge as well as the ability to evaluate this work
• The skills required for participation in research and development work or autonomous employment in some other qualified capacit
Programme modules/courses
Courses and numbers of credits: Social Anthropology: Theory and Method Course (15), Methods and Social Analysis or Methods for Research in the Social Sciences (15), Modern Classics (15), Ethnography in Social Science (15) or Field Work (7.5) and Evaluation Research – Theories and Methods (7.5), elective courses/study abroad/internship (30), Master’s thesis (30).
There is a possibility for students to apply for double degree with Peking University or Fudan University.
Read more about this programme on http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/social-anthropology
Career prospects
The programme provides you with both the background knowledge and the practical skills needed to work in a broad range of fields, including governmental, non-governmental andthe private sector.
You will be prepared for a future career as a policy maker, a leader or a practitioner working in government agencies, private companies or NGOs, or, alternatively, for doctoral studies and a continued academic career.
Why Lund University?
Lund University was founded in 1666 and is one of northern Europe’s oldest, broadest and finest universities. The University ranks among the world's top 100 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2019 and is the #1 choice for international students coming to Sweden – one of the world's most innovative, sustainable and democratic countries.
If you would like to start building your international network in a global classroom setting, Lund University is a great option. Experience a different way of learning in a country ranked as one of the best in the world at providing higher education. Group work and informal teacher-student relationships facilitate in-depth learning.
The University is located in Lund, a charming and compact university city in southern Sweden, only 35 minutes away from Copenhagen Airport in Denmark. The city is famous for its vibrant student life and is also home to many world-leading research facilities and international companies.
Learn more about Lund University at www.lunduniversity.lu.se
This school offers programs in:
- English
Last updated October 25, 2018
